Diabetes can be a lifelong, debilitating illness if left untreated. From poor blood circulation to impaired healing, diabetes can cause a host of problems that can make life difficult for sufferers. There are also no accepted mainstream cures for diabetes, but this does not mean that the disease is a death sentence. Scientists agree that proper diet … Continue reading Diabetes prevention: What to eat and what to avoid
Diets rich in fats not only affect your physical appearance — they also affect your brain
A study published in the journal Cell Metabolism found that a high-fat diet can affect the brain by promoting inflammation in the hypothalamus — the part of the brain responsible for regulating appetite and metabolism. To date, only a few studies have linked an unhealthy diet to neurological irregularities. But in their study, researchers at Yale University School of Medicine established a link between the two and highlighted … Continue reading Diets rich in fats not only affect your physical appearance — they also affect your brain
15 Foods that will help your body heal when you have a cold
Sore throat, congested nose and lack of taste: these are just some of the hallmarks of the common cold, and they can make eating difficult. But recuperating from a cold as soon as possible depends on eating the right foods and stocking up on immune-boosting nutrients. In a recent article published online, registered dietitian Jaclyn London … Continue reading 15 Foods that will help your body heal when you have a cold
Superfoods in your backyard: 5 Root crops to plant for an amazing fall harvest
It’s best to grow root crops in early spring, but did you know that fall is also a suitable growing season? In fact, gardeners who didn’t have access to modern food preservation methods often planted crops during fall so they had enough to fill their root cellars once it was time to harvest. If you … Continue reading Superfoods in your backyard: 5 Root crops to plant for an amazing fall harvest
5 Uncommon but nutritious vegetables you should add to your diet
Vegetables like broccoli and kale are popular among health-conscious consumers because of their many nutritional benefits. But there are other unusual but tasty superfoods that are also good for you, such as celery root or kohlrabi. Trying new superfoods like the ones in the list below ensures that you consume a variety of foods every day and … Continue reading 5 Uncommon but nutritious vegetables you should add to your diet
The food industry has put obese people at higher risk of critical illness from the coronavirus
Obese people are at an increased risk of critical illness from the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) and the global food industry is partly to blame. In a recent editorial published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ), a group of English researchers reported that being obese corresponds to an astounding 97 percent greater risk of critical illness due to COVID-19. The group notes that … Continue reading The food industry has put obese people at higher risk of critical illness from the coronavirus
Drain your grain consumption: What you need to know about a grain-free diet
Grains make up a large chunk of most people’s diets, but more and more health enthusiasts are beginning to cut out this major food group for a number of reasons, including grain allergies and food intolerances. Health benefits of a grain-free diet Grain-free diets can come off as being too limited for most dieters, but … Continue reading Drain your grain consumption: What you need to know about a grain-free diet
The gut-healing wonder drink: How to make your own water kefir
Kombucha is a popular health drink, but it may put people off because of its intense vinegary smell. If you’re looking for a gut health-boosting drink that’s easier on the stomach, try water kefir. Kombucha and water kefir: What’s the difference? Both kombucha and water kefir are fermented drinks that can be brewed at home and infused with different … Continue reading The gut-healing wonder drink: How to make your own water kefir
The brain-boosting potential of tart cherry juice
A recent study by scientists from the University of Delaware (UD) has found that drinking cherry juice has beneficial effects on memory. Published in the journal Food & Nutrition, it demonstrated that drinking Montmorency tart cherry juice every day for 12 weeks improved cognitive function in adults aged 65 to 80. Tart cherry juice supplementation can improve cognitive performance in older adults Lead author Chai Sheau … Continue reading The brain-boosting potential of tart cherry juice
How can you keep anxiety at bay? Experts suggest consuming more of these nutrients
More and more studies are coming to light that show the impact of food on mental health, particularly mental disorders like anxiety. Registered dietitian and functional medicine practitioner Ali Miller says that eating certain foods can counteract the harmful effects of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Food can affect mental health Miller notes that humans’ primal fight-or-flight instinct isn’t suited for modern stressors like deadlines … Continue reading How can you keep anxiety at bay? Experts suggest consuming more of these nutrients
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