Flaxseed is the latest of many superfoods that can provide a bounty of nutritional value while improving your overall health. It is an excellent source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, lignans, dietary fiber, protein, and many other beneficial nutrients, making it one of the world’s most important medicinal foods. Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is the seed … Continue reading Flaxseed is one of the world’s most important medicinal foods
The keto diet: Tips to make sure that the eating plan is working for you
In recent years, many people have started following the keto diet in order to lose weight. However, the results of this diet still vary depending on the individual. Some people might observe immediate results, while for others there might not be any weight loss at all. The body will exhibit different signs to indicate that the keto diet … Continue reading The keto diet: Tips to make sure that the eating plan is working for you
Experts dispel 5 myths and reveal benefits of low-carb, high-fat diets made famous by celebrities
The keto diet has recently gained a lot of attention because many celebrities follow it, making it one of the more popular weight-loss diets today. The eating plan was designed to put the body into a maximum fat-burning state because it is low in carbohydrates and was originally designed as a means to treat epilepsy in … Continue reading Experts dispel 5 myths and reveal benefits of low-carb, high-fat diets made famous by celebrities
Read this before going on a ketosis diet: Understand how it works and the potential dangers if you do it wrong
Ketogenic diets, or low-carbohydrate diets, are all the rage right now. There are many things to consider before deciding to embark on a journey to ketosis, or “keto,” as many people call it. Experts say that one major factor that impedes weight loss for adults is not the fact that they are eating too many carbs, but … Continue reading Read this before going on a ketosis diet: Understand how it works and the potential dangers if you do it wrong
Portion control: Eat your fruit, don’t drink it; study finds consumption of fruit juice contributes to weight gain
Fruits are really meant to be eaten, not drunk. That’s the conclusion of a recently released study that found out drinking 100 percent fruit juice contributed to weight gain instead of weight loss. The Seattle-based researchers recommended people eat whole fruits if they want to really shed some pounds, reported a Newswise article. “American adults gain an average … Continue reading Portion control: Eat your fruit, don’t drink it; study finds consumption of fruit juice contributes to weight gain
Training too long and hard can damage your thyroid
One of the biggest misconceptions about working out is that the more tired a person is after a session, the more effective the exercise was. In truth, healthcare experts are actually against overtraining as it can have a huge toll on the health of your thyroid. Exercise must be done in moderation. Otherwise, it will only bring additional … Continue reading Training too long and hard can damage your thyroid
What Is the Mediterranean Diet?
Do you love fish, fresh fruits, and veggies? If so, the Mediterranean diet may be right for you. The Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy diet that includes the food staples of people who live in the region around the Mediterranean Sea, such Greece, Croatia, and Italy. The diet emphasizes foods with healthy fats — including … Continue reading What Is the Mediterranean Diet?
5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Ketogenic Diet
It's fascinating to see all the interest in the ketogenic diet in the form of new books and social media lately. By and large the narrative as it relates to this particular diet seems to portray it as something new and innovative. In reality, humans have been on a ketogenic diet for thousands of years. … Continue reading 5 Things You Didn’t Know About The Ketogenic Diet
Bitter melon extract found to help treat diabetes with its anti-obesity effects
Bitter melons may taste unpleasant to some people, but its health benefits cannot be denied. In particular, a study in China suggested that oil extracts from bitter melon seeds have the potential to support weight loss. The results of the study, published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, also pointed out that consuming bitter melon … Continue reading Bitter melon extract found to help treat diabetes with its anti-obesity effects
Tips for reducing your risk of breast cancer at any age
Aside from keeping us in good physical condition, a study has shown that regular exercise can help prevent breast cancer. However, the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) warns that even though exercise like brisk walking can help reduce the risk of breast cancer among women of all ages, only a handful of Americans are aware of this fact. … Continue reading Tips for reducing your risk of breast cancer at any age
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