Eating gut-friendly foods is a sure fire way to boost your physical and mental wellbeing. (Getty Images)
Gut health can affect everything from our skin and hormones to our immunity and mood.
Luckily, through diet, we have the power to boost and control what is known as our ‘gut microbiome’ – this refers to all the microbes which live in your intestines, some good and some bad. But if we get the balance right, we can improve our overall physical and mental health.
But what exactly is the ‘microbiome’ and what gut-friendly foods should we be eating? We asked the…
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10 Low-Sugar Fruits That Won’t Make Your Blood Sugar Spikes
Even low-sugar fruits can be as sweet as candy.
There’s a reason why we’ve been told to get a good daily dose of fruits and vegetables, but naturally, some fruits contain a bit more sugar than others. And while consuming fruit of any kind is encouraged, certain varieties have more natural sugar, which can lead to a spike in your blood sugar levels. Whether you have a health condition, like diabetes, or are looking to decrease your sugar intake, it’s important to understand the nutritional benefits of the foods you’re eating and feeding to your family.
Mary Wirtz, a registered…
Healthy Benefits Plus Program: How to get a food card and how to use it
Mbuckets of the SCAN Connections scheme in the USAwho have eligible chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, can apply for the SCAN Healthy Foods Card.
SCAN Connections is a plan that is part of a Medicare contract and a contract with the California Medi-Cal (Medicaid) program.
How do you get a SCAN Healthy Foods Card?
Eligible citizens have the option to order their SCAN Healthy Foods Card by calling 1-877-494-2892 from Monday to Friday between 05:00 and 20:00. Once their application is received, the card could take a couple of weeks to arrive.
How does the SCAN Healthy…
‘Human-grade’ dog food is on the rise, as pet owners ditch traditional kibble in favor of high-end brands promising health benefits
Pet owners are increasingly opting for high-end food brands.Phynart Studio / Getty
Pet owners are giving up typical kibble for food that more closely matches a human diet.
High-end brands have taken off since dog ownership skyrocketed during the pandemic.
But some experts say it might not be healthier than traditional options.
After pet adoption skyrocketed during the pandemic, cat and dog owners are setting a new tone for pet food as many opt for a more expensive fare that claims to be less processed and healthier than traditional kibble.
According to a new report from The New York Times,…
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My husband and I taught our children about eating healthily, but we’ve never tried to demonize any foods, focusing on how anything can be healthy if eaten in moderation. We don’t tend to keep a lot of sweets in our house. I’m an immigrant from a country noted for its sweets, but diabetes runs in both my husband’s and my own family, so we keep such things to a…
12 Foods That Give You Energy All Day, Say Dietitians
On the most exhausting days when you’re in need of a serious energy boost, it can obviously be tempting to continuously reach for a cup of coffee throughout the day. And while a few cups in the morning are perfectly fine for most people, coffee doesn’t often provide you with long-lasting energy, and you may instead find yourself feeling sluggish later on. Instead of loading up on too much coffee, you can try snacking on foods that give you energy all day long.
But what types of food give you lasting energy? Naturally, all food provides your body with some…
How to Create a Healthy Meal Plan Using ChatGPT
Eating a healthy and balanced diet is one of the best things you can do for yourself and meal planning is an effective way to stick to it. However, it’s easy to set yourself a meal plan goal but tough to follow through on it. One common reason people fail at meal planning is that they get bored with the routine of eating the same old recipes.
If you’re losing interest in your repetitive healthy meal plan and want to try something new, there is an unconventional option—ChatGPT. Yes, ChatGPT, the AI chatbot that can give you human-like answers using…
Why Experts Label Her Diet as ‘Disordered Eating’
Share on PinterestThe actor and Goop founder received swift backlash online after sharing details about his diet that experts say is excessively restrictive and unhealthy. RB/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty Images
Gwyneth Paltrow received backlash online after revealing surprising details about her diet.
In a recent podcast, she said her eating regime consists of mostly liquids and has been criticized for being too restrictive.
Health experts say this kind of eating regime does not provide adequate nutrition or support optimal health.
A healthy diet is a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and healthy proteins.
Gwyneth Paltrow is facing widespread criticism after…