Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that affects a man’s ability to get or keep an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse. Occasional ED isn’t uncommon and it is often linked to stress. However, frequent ED may be caused by health problems that need treatment. According to research, following a plant-based diet can help treat ED. Understanding … Continue reading Virility and nutrition: A plant-based diet can help treat erectile dysfunction
Beans, mushrooms and more: Vegan sources of protein and vitamins B12 and D
Vegans and vegetarians don’t get enough protein – or so people think. In a recent article published online, internal medicine specialist Milton Mills blasted claims from dietitians that ditching meat means missing out on protein, an essential macronutrient. Plant cells contain protein, Mills argued. In fact, plant-based foods like grains, legumes and nuts are concentrated sources of … Continue reading Beans, mushrooms and more: Vegan sources of protein and vitamins B12 and D
Following a plant-based diet may help prevent the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
A review published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition found that a plant-based diet can reduce or prevent the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis – an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation in the joints, which causes painful swelling and stiffness. This finding can help patients manage the often debilitating effects of the disease, according to researchers from the Physicians Committee for … Continue reading Following a plant-based diet may help prevent the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
How can a plant-based diet help diabetics? Study explains
A study published in the journal Nutrients found that a plant-based diet can restore the function of beta cells, which are important for insulin production and healthy blood glucose levels. According to the researchers, modern medicine only slightly slows down the decline of beta-cell function in people with Type 2 diabetes. The study, on the other hand, showed that a plant-based … Continue reading How can a plant-based diet help diabetics? Study explains
Reduce inflammation in the gut with the “fasting-mimicking” diet
Patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other inflammation-related conditions may consider taking up a low-calorie eating pattern. In particular, they could take one that simulates fasting. Researchers report that such a fasting-mimicking diet may help prevent inflammation and improve gut health. In mice models of IBD, the fasting-mimicking diet encouraged the growth of good gut bacteria. The … Continue reading Reduce inflammation in the gut with the “fasting-mimicking” diet
Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk, according to study
There are various diets that can promote weight loss or prevent different diseases, but experts still consider the Mediterranean diet to be one of the healthiest. According to a study, this particular diet is also linked to a lower risk of depression. The study, which was published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry, was conducted by researchers from Deakin University, University … Continue reading Mediterranean diet linked to lower depression risk, according to study
Have you heard of these other plant-based milks?
There’s no question that milk is a food staple in almost all American households because of its high nutritional value. However, many people suffer from lactose intolerance which makes it impossible for them to enjoy a glass of this dairy product. Good thing, like many other discovered food alternatives, milk has plant-based substitutes ideal for people who … Continue reading Have you heard of these other plant-based milks?
Natural Diabetes Health: Ten Tips for Living with Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes is caused by a resistance to insulin. This prevents your body from properly regulating the amount of glucose in the blood. Diabetes can cause Hyperglycemia and result in several symptoms such as producing too much urine, blurry eyesight, loss of energy, and a change in metabolism (often resulting in unusual weight gain … Continue reading Natural Diabetes Health: Ten Tips for Living with Type 2 Diabetes
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