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***Kids and Food: Milkshake Smoothies ***Bone Broth and Stocks ***Food for Thought: Local, Seasonal and Traditional Foods, the Better Choice when Possible- PROBIOTIC DIET - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2019 from Balance NutritionWhat are Probiotics? The concept behind probiotics [meaning- For life] was introduced in the early 20th century, when Nobel laureate Elie Metchnikoff, known as the 'father of probiotics' proposed that consuming beneficial microorganisms could improve people's health. Probiotics are live ...
Views: 757(1 vote) - Pulse Oximeter Could Be Your New Favorite Training Gadget - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2019 from Jessica RoggersAlthough pulse oximeters are ubiquitous in medical settings, only recently have they become available for athletes. These small but powerful devices can give you a snapshot of your body’s ability to process oxygen, which is a key factor in performance if you live or train at altitude, or tend to ...
Views: 574(1 vote) - Quick, easy and healthy recipes for kids - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2019 from Jaclyn TengParents often find it difficult to feed their kids with nutritious and healthy foods. Kids always look for junk, processed foods as it lures their tongue more than simple home cooked foods. Parents always take initiatives to make their kid eat healthy and most of the time the efforts go in vain ...
Views: 589(1 vote) - Really Does Obesity Always Mean Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2021 from Dr. Vinod MethilThe common causes of obesity are lack of a proper dietary plan, genes, a family history of obesity, a poor lifestyle, and other medical conditions. People with a Body Mass Index of 23+ are considered overweight and 30+ are considered obese. Obesity does not only lower your self-esteem but is ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Reasons to Have A Regular Dental Check-up - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2020 from Kim SmithA smile is the best thing you put on your face. It is free of cost and doesn’t need much energy too. But if you have a teeth problem, that smile fades away. So keeping your teeth healthy is very important. Every Individual of our society believes that they have a healthy tooth, and ...
Views: 524(1 vote) - Some Facts about Obesity in India - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2018 from Gaurav GautamPeople who are overweight or obese face a lot of health complications, negative consequences, and concerns. In fact, being overweight or obese increases a person’s risk for many diseases and health conditions. Unfortunately, obesity in India has reached epidemic proportions in the 21st century, ...
Views: 1072(1 vote) - The Basics of Keto Diet - by Submitted on May 18, 2018 from Usama MalikFor most people, carbs, as a source of energy, is very effective. However, the body feels hungry even before it consumes the carbs, thus making one feel restless, grumpy, irritated, and hungry again. This results in people consume more carbs just to get the energy back. And once they feel ...
Views: 896(1 vote) - The top capsule coffee makers or Nespresso machine or capsules - by Submitted on May 03, 2018 from Pie chanThe top capsule coffee makers or Nespresso machine or capsules The automatic capsule coffee machines were born in the mid-eighties, although it was not until 2006 when they experienced its commercial explosion. The brand that led this change in the habits of coffee lovers was Nespresso. The ...
Views: 1039(1 vote) - These 7 foods will lower your chances of prostate cancer and more - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2018 from David SamadiMillions of men out there are taking their vitamins. Whether it's multivitamins or whether it's some sort of a supplement for their prostate health, whether it works or not, what we know is that eating natural fruits and vegetables which are full of antioxidants are a great thing for ...
Views: 1065(3 votes) - Tips to live a healthy lifestyle - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2017 from Kalyna KapurHealthy lifestyle is a blend of different components like food, sleep, exercise and leisure. All the components have to be in order to have a balanced and a healthy lifestyle. Let us have a look at different ways in which we could maintain a healthy lifestyle. Consume food with low sugar ...
Views: 815(1 vote) - Top 7 Healthy Ideas for Breakfast - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2019 from Rasel KhanThe importance of breakfast to your body is worth every effort to make it as healthy as possible. Well, as you already know, this is the meal that keeps you super active to conquer your day. Here are top rated seven healthy breakfast recipes with lots of nutrients and great flavours that ...
Views: 53998(1 vote) - Unraveling the Rich Traditions of Indian Christmas Food - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2023 from antonia kateUnraveling the Rich Traditions of Indian Christmas Food In the vibrant kaleidoscope of Indian culture, Christmas is celebrated with an extra dash of diversity, reflected nowhere more vividly than in the festive feasts that grace the dining tables across the nation. Indian Christmas food is ...
Views: 263(1 vote) - Vitamin B-12: Functions, Deficiency, And Sources - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2019 from Jessica RoggersHave you ever felt the absence of certain nutrients in your body, and due to that felt weak, dizzy and something related? You see, human body is composed of water and a lot of nutrients, we cannot even name them, and there are so many in number with varieties of it. Whereas, coming to the ...
Views: 578(1 vote) - VITAMIN D - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2019 from Balance NutritionVitamin D is also known as the sunshine vitamin which is produced in the body with mild sun exposure or can be consumed through food or supplements. Vitamin D is considered as a prohormone and not actually a vitamin. This is because the body is capable of producing its own vitamin D through the ...
Views: 884(1 vote) - Watermelon-Reasons to Add In Your Diet - by Submitted on May 04, 2018 from Jaclyn TengPopular belief is watermelon is just water and sugar, but actually, watermelon is nutrient dense food. Originated from northeast Africa, watermelon is a fantastic dessert in summer. Having a slice of watermelon with the meal is like dessert, but people are unaware of the nutritional facts of ...
Views: 611(1 vote) - What Are Eating Disorders? How To Treat Them? Dr. Mark Schwartz at Harmony Place Monterey Can Help - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2020 from Hazel SansburyAn eating disorder is an illness that entails significant upheavals in the affected individual's eating patterns. Eating disorders could either be the tendency of being always preoccupied with food or eating less than what's recommended or required. A person with an eating disorder is usually ...
Views: 512(1 vote) - What is Espresso and How do you drink it? - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2020 from Mazhar HassanIntroducing you to the most popular and sought after shots of coffee. Are you wondering why everyone is talking about espresso? But what is it? Espresso is a select type of coffee beverage that is often prepared either traditionally or by use of an AeroPress machine, a newly-engineered device ...
Views: 958(1 vote) - What is hemp oil? - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2019 from Alex BlakeAn increasing number of people use hemp oil to address some health problems or support general wellbeing, but despite its ever-growing popularity, there is a lot to learn about this oil. What is hemp oil and what benefits one can expect? You’ll find out below. What is hemp oil? Hemp oil is ...
Views: 634(1 vote) - What to have for breakfast? - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2019 from Kalyna KapurBreakfast is the most important meal of the day, so make sure it is nutritious and healthy. Breakfast should account for 30% of the daily caloric intake (see more on the website: https://product-port.com/ ). Dietitians suggest that it should range from 450 to 660 kcal. What you eat determines ...
Views: 524(1 vote) - Why Half the Population Suffering from Diabetes Remain Undiagnosed? Sweet Clnics - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2022 from Dr. Vinod MethilDiabetes happens to be one of the most common and underlying issues that millions of people are diagnosed with every year. According to the statistics, men are more prone to diabetes than women and so do those with belly fat and poor diet habits. Some of the common risk factors that increase ...
Views: 683(1 vote) - Why Healthy Eating Matters - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2020 from Jaclyn TengHealthy eating directly influences our general wellness- body and mind. We are what we eat; we have all heard this saying countless times before. And despite being a buzzword, it has its truth. Food influences our health; however, contrary to what most of us imagine, it does not only affect ...
Views: 407(1 vote) - ***Food for Thought: Local, Seasonal and Traditional Foods, the Better Choice when Possible - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2017 from Gaye Chicoine[The Following is an Excerpt from My Book] Locally produced food in season prepared with traditional methods for summer and winter food consumption was the solution to being able to feed my crew tasty real food they would eat to keep them happy and well. I’ve learned on my extensive ...
Views: 6407(2 votes) - Anti-Aging Superfoods List and What Food To Avoid in Your Diet That Accelerates Aging - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2017 from Leon EdwardAs we age, people search for the evasive fountain-of-youth to remain as young-looking and feeling as possible for as long as possible. While there are lots of items on the marketplace that proclaim their youth-retaining capabilities, much of it is simply marketing buzz with no genuine result ...
Views: 1708(1 vote) - Can you inherit Gluten Intolerance? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2020 from Sushant KumarWe have discussed gluten in our earlier blog. Before discussing whether gluten intolerance is a result of our genes or not, let us discuss briefly about gluten. Gluten is a protein naturally found in grains such as wheat, rye, barley & spelt. It acts as a binder which holds food together & adds ...
Views: 559(1 vote) - CHOLESTEROL/PROPER 10 MEALS That can help - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2019 from mixail xarapasDr. oz.is providing us extra scientific analysis on meals that aid in accepting our ldl cholesterol all the way down to a in shape degree. when you have unpleasant levels of cholesterol or want to steer clear of them, one of the first things you should definitely investigate is your food ...
Views: 619(1 vote) - HERBS FOR WOMEN - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2019 from Balance NutritionHerbs often lead to the thought of some miraculous and supernatural cures. Today, the importance and utility of herbs are a subject more argument and speeches, than of actual research. There are ample amounts of herbs that have helped women in ways of treating different feminine ailments. Here ...
Views: 761(1 vote) - How Much Protein Do You Really Need? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2018 from Katie Di LauroTrying to determine how much protein you need can feel like trying to solve a complex algebraic equation with multiple changing variables: What is your age? What are your goals? What is your activity level? Each person has unique needs and responds to inputs differently; the amount of protein ...
Views: 1389(1 vote) - Nutritional profile and Amazing Health Benefits of Sesame/Gingelly oil - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2020 from Ags arogiyam food productsSesame oil which is extracted from the raw sesame seeds is found to be one of the earliest oils used by mankind. Sesame oil is mainly composed of fatty acids such as Monounsaturated fatty acid - 39% oleic acid, Polyunsaturated fatty acid - 41% linoleic acid, Saturated fatty acid ...
Views: 471(1 vote) - Questions people have in their mind about cocaine - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2019 from Leland LebrunCocaine is a drug, and that is what many people know about it. There is a lot more we all want to know about cocaine but do not have an idea about it. In this post, we'll answer some questions with regards to cocaine, and we hope it will solve your doubts and help you think twice before you use ...
Views: 815(1 vote) - Some methods to get a better life without tobacco - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2019 from Maria DianaAnyone who has tried knows that giving up cigarettes is not easy. But there is always the opportunity to achieve a better life without tobacco . In fact, effective treatment involves addressing three aspects: physical, psychological and behavioral. In addition to circumventing (physical) ...
Views: 819(1 vote) - What Is Health? And How Can You Improve Your Health? - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2019 from Gloria WoodsHow would you explain ‘’Health’’? When you hear the word ‘’Health’’ what comes in your mind? Is it a state of the whole physical, mental, and social prosperity? Do you think the absence of illness represents health? Or is it an asset for daily existence, as opposed to the goal of living? It ...
Views: 767(1 vote) - Why You Should Include Bananas In Your Diet - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2021 from Christopher SchlensingerBanana is a fruit that is available across the globe. Even the raw fruit is very beneficial for our health. It is a fruit that provides you with instant energy to kickstart your day. A 100 gram of banana contains only 89 calories, which also makes it a healthy snack to consume compared to other ...
Views: 617(1 vote) - 10 Steps To Detoxification - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2003 from Andy SmithTechnology. We live in a grand time of technological development. Computers, the Internet, cell phones, digital cameras and DVDs. But the human body has not 'kept up' with technology. Human beings certainly shouldn't eat technology! But that is happening today as a result of the onslaught of ...
Views: 1543(1 vote) - 4 Health Benefits of Eating a Gluten-Free Diet - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2021 from Kalyna KapurIn the past few years, gluten-free food has risen in popularity, and more people have started to use it. Whether people should switch to a gluten-free diet or not has been a hot debate for a while now, and people have contrary opinions. While some people believe it’s quite healthy, others think ...
Views: 578(2 votes) - 6 Easy Ways to Reduce Stress - by Submitted on May 23, 2019 from Abhi rathorLet’s be honest—for a few, stress is something that can be encountered throughout the entire year. Is pressure completely awful? No! The inverse really. A few investigations have discovered that individuals who experience moderate measures of pressure have preferable emotional wellness over ...
Views: 520(1 vote) - A Change of Perspective Leading Towards Healthier Habits - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Christelle ChopardWith life experiences, we notice that change is a constant factor and there are different ways to move through the cycles of impermanence. Yet we are also aware that some behavioral patterns are very difficult to change. How many times have you wished for making a change in your diet, in your ...
Views: 1052(1 vote) - All facts about water: its unique properties, water memory research, benefits for life and health, why drink more pure water. - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2019 from Mike LilleyWater and life are inseparable. Where there is one on the Earth, there is always another. The existence of any organic life, any seed or embryo begins in the water. Water is the ideal basis of biological life, not only on Earth, but also everywhere in the universe. Water is a combination of two ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - Eat Healthy This Summer - by Submitted on May 20, 2019 from Abhi rathorWe are in mid-summer and the temperature is by all accounts rising quickly. How are you adapting to the pinnacle summer days? Are the burning sun and damp days abandoning you baffled? Indian summer can be cruel in numerous pieces of India. The unforgiving atmosphere can deplete you of your ...
Views: 485(1 vote) - Four Tips to Always Look Younger - by Submitted on May 29, 2019 from Luna DeanWe are living in a funny world where no one wants to die young but no one also wants to look old. That’s funny because how can you live long without looking old? Well, that is a discussion for another time but for now, let's look at how you can make yourself look younger always. You need to ...
Views: 953(1 vote) - HOW ONLINE HEALTH SERVICES CAN HELP YOU TACKLE DEPRESSION - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2019 from Abigail KaneWith everything being available online, online health services are at the top of the list too. Patients would rather be treated at home and not step into a doctor’s office unless they absolutely need to. Believe it or not more and more doctors are opting for an online medical consultation with ...
Views: 667(1 vote) - Natural Family Therapies for Prostatitis - by Submitted on May 15, 2019 from Franckle SmithIn addition to the doctor's prescription, patients can also use natural therapies and family medicines to speed up the recovery process. Some common supplements with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic or diuretic functions have been proven to be natural drugs for the treatment of ...
Views: 450(1 vote) - Never Eat these Food if you Want to Lose Weight - by Submitted on May 01, 2019 from bhagwan mehtaFor many weight loss such a challenge even after a rigorous routine they end up gaining weight instead of loosing. They blame the concerted plan and give up on the cause altogether or demotivated and internalize the feeling that they can’t lose weight as they have pro weight gain genes. Well, ...
Views: 973(1 vote) - One Man's Meat is Another Man's Poison - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2004 from Tim LarsonOne of the most important factors for enjoying good health is the food you eat. Food not only nourishes your body and replenishes your tissues, but proper nutrition helps you stay balanced and healthy. Improper nutrition can cause imbalance in your system and eventually lead to disease. But the ...
Views: 6305(1 vote) - Pescatarian Diet: Your Ultimate Meal Plan To Get Rid Of Crepey Skin - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2018 from Emma SmithFirst, you noticed a pesky dark spot on your cheek — probably due to the successive epic summers you’ve been spending on the beach since as far as you can remember. Dismissed. Second, you notice a fine line on one corner of your mouth. You think, “Yeah, I’m probably aging.” Now, you see an ...
Views: 1433(1 vote) - Sleep Like a Baby Again – How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Grant Donovan[caption id="" align="alignright" width="300"] good nights sleep[/caption] good nights sleep - Do you remember having any sleep problems when you were a kid? Few people do... because the most common sleep complaints like insomnia or wakefulness don’t appear until we reach the age of 30. Some ...
Views: 513(1 vote) - Soy Whole Foods - A Better Choice - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Laura DavimesSince about 1992, the soy industry has been growing at an astounding rate. U.S. retail sales of soy foods alone were $.852 billion in 1992 and are projected at $3.714 billion for 2002. Soy crops occupied an amazing 75 million acres of farmland (out of 250 planted) in 2001. There is a long ...
Views: 1765(1 vote) - The next best option after breast milk for the weaning child - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2019 from John LangerThe guidelines from the Health Ministry and WHO recommends breastfeeding exclusively at least for the first twelve months. This is owing to the fact that the nutrients in breast milk are absolutely crucial for the baby’s growth and development during this period. Now after 12 months when the ...
Views: 553(1 vote) - 5 Simple Ways to Get Your Health on the Right Track for Summer - by Submitted on May 10, 2019 from Jason ArtmanSummer is here, and the time is right for outdoor fun, swim trunks and skimpy bikinis. Did you manage to pick up a few extra pounds during the winter? Are you not quite feeling like your usual confident self? It happens to the best of us, and summer is the absolute best time to get yourself back ...
Views: 833(2 votes) - 4 Soup Recipes for the Elderly - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2020 from Shristi PatniSoups are very versatile and can be consumed at any time of the day. In fact, they can be made using almost every vegetable and are healthy, wholesome and nutritious. Which is why soups make an excellent meal especially for the elderly. Here are 4 soup recipes to serve for your next meal. #1. ...
Views: 612(1 vote) - 5 Benefits of Quinoa Seeds – Facts about quinoa that you should know! - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2019 from bhagwan mehtaFind out the health-benefits of these tiny & powerful seeds… !!! Nowadays everyone is talking about a diet that is low in carbs and fat, commonly known as ‘FAD DIET’ that promises a rapid weight loss. Quinoa dates back three to four thousand years ago when the Incas realized that this crop ...
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