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What we eat directly influences our health and even our weight. Eating nutritious foods can ensure your stay fit. However on the other hand, certain foods can lead you to gain weight. You might be consuming these foods without realizing how bad they are for your health. Read on as we discuss foods that are causing you to gain weight.
7 Foods you eat regularly that are causing you to gain weight:
1. Fruit juices
While it is commonly perceived that fruit juices are healthy due…
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Six heart-healthy foods that can slash cholesterol levels
High cholesterol is a stepping stone to serious health problems, ranging from heart disease to strokes.
After statins, a healthy diet is the most popular way to slash your cholesterol levels.
Luckily, Stewart Mcginn, Managing Director at Baycroft Care Homes, shared six heart-healthy foods that could do this with gusto.
1. Oily fish
From tuna to mackerel and salmon to swordfish, oily fish is rich in omega-3 fatty acids which can help keep cholesterol levels in check.
McGinn said: “These are essential fats that help you maintain healthy cholesterol levels by lowering your triglyceride levels (the main component of body…
15 Healthy Foods to Buy at 7/11, According to a Dietitian
When you’re on the road and hunger strikes, you may have no choice but to head to the nearest convenience store. The good news is that convenience store food can be healthy, despite its bad rap.
7/11, in particular, has expanded to include a variety of better-for-you options like fresh fruits, salads, sandwiches, and more. Planning ahead and knowing what to look for can prevent you from reaching for less nutritious options on your next visit.
As a dietitian, here are my approved picks from 7/11 to help you make healthier choices when you’re on the go.
7/11 offers two…
These 20 Foods Will Reduce Inflammation and Ease Arthritis Pain
This article was medically reviewed by Elaine Husni, MD, MPH, at the Cleveland Clinic.
It has been estimated that over 50,000 Americans are diagnosed with some form of arthritis every year. Arthritis comes with pain that may vary in frequency but commonly goes unresolved for years or even a lifetime. Treatment for chronic pain, such as arthritis, begins by addressing overall health—including sleep, diet and mood. While just one component of treatment, eating the best foods for arthritis can play a role in easing pain and preventing some conditions often related to the presence of arthritis.
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Low Fat Low Cholesterol Diet: 6 Foods to Eat
A cholesterol-healthy diet replaces saturated and trans fats with healthy fats and plenty of fruits and vegetables.
Consuming a healthy diet is the most effective way to manage your cholesterol levels and reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease.
This means choosing foods that are low in saturated and trans fats while including plenty of dietary fiber, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and heart-healthy fats.
Research suggests that diet is the most important factor in maintaining healthy cholesterol levels.
A healthy diet can help reduce your levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (“bad” cholesterol) and increase your levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL)…
Eating junk food may hinder deep sleep, study says
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Researchers in Sweden found there may be a link between eating junk food and poor deep sleep.
In a recent study published in the journal Obesityhealthy participants consumed an unhealthy, as well as a healthier, diet in a randomized order.
Researchers from Uppsala University found that the quality of participants’ deep sleep had deteriorated after eating an unhealthy diet, compared to eating a healthier diet.
“Both poor diet and poor sleep increase the risk of several public health conditions. As what we eat is so important for our…
Food trends lean toward sustainable, healthy food choices: study
MANILA – About 700 exhibitors participated in the International Food Exhibition held Friday in Pasay City, with local products and delicacies showing Filipino taste and culture.
The Center for International Trade and Expositions and Missions is aiming to boost the country’s export sales after posting a negative growth for the first quarter of 2023.
“We go where the buyers are. There’s this difficulty of SMEs to go individually, we ask the market to come. We still have programs participating abroad. We had one in Feb, Dubai, another one will be in China. While we have locally-held international shows, we also…
Bitewell’s Healthy Food Marketplace Reduces Health Insurance Premiums
bitewell is the go-to healthy marketplace for employers. It provides food health benefits, reducing … [+] insurance premiums and improving health for users.
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Update: May 24, 2023 – bitewell’s Seed round has reopened for another investor. The round will close oversubscribed; more than the initial $4 million. Lead Sports updated to lead Sports.
People understand the benefits of eating a healthy diet. As a result, employers are slowly taking responsibility for their employees’ health. The quicker companies offer healthier and more affordable options, the faster healthcare costs will decrease, and the ROI will increase.
The main problem is the…