OREM, Utah, March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ODYSSEY Snacks, a brand of gut healthy protein bars, has recently launched a new line of protein bars that are free from erythritol, a sugar alcohol often used as a sweetener in food products. These new protein bars contain all-natural, gluten-free ingredients and are available in a range of flavors, including peanut butter chocolate chip, mint chocolate brownie, and banana chocolate chip peanut butter.
The National Institutes of Health recently published a study finding erythritol to be linked to strokes and heart failure. Erythritol is also known to cause digestive discomfort such as…
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How to Maintain a Healthy Weight During Quarantine
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With 24 hours and 7 days a week all to ourselves – no work, school, and extracurricular activities, we are all prone to unhealthy eating and being couch potatoes, which can lead to weight gain.
Some are even calling this, “Quarantine 15,” just like the commonly used expression in the United States, “Freshman 15,” that refers to the weight gained (usually around 10-15 pounds) during a student’s first year at college.
Well, that’s okay if we all have the same metabolism as 18 year olds. However, we are not. So before we gain that 15 pounds, we should all…
Health and Wellness-Themed Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
As the battle against coronavirus continues, health and wellness have become a top priority. And as Mother’s Day is fast approaching, what better gift to give to mothers in your life than something that will help them stay on top of their health.
Health-conscious or not, I’m sure your mom, wife, grandmother, sister or friend will put these health-inspired gift ideas for good use. The list isn’t just about good food and fitness, it also includes gifts that will take care of their mental and emotional health too.
Self-Care and Healthy Living Book
First on my list is the book…
Think you know all about ‘heart healthy’ foods? It’s time to get your fats straight
The health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, chia seeds, flaxseeds and walnuts, have been widely documented, in particular in relation to brain health. You may be less familiar with omega-6, another essential dietary fat found mainly in cooking oils, especially soybean, sunflower and corn oils.
Scientists have found that a diet high in omega-6 but low in omega-3 increases inflammation, a risk factor for chronic disease, whilst a diet that includes balanced amounts of each reduces inflammation. There is actually no scientifically proven ideal ratio but the Western diet is typically 16:1 and it’s thought we…
8 Beverages for Flawless and Glowing Skin
Maintaining beautiful, healthy skin requires more than just applying expensive beauty products and a consistent trip to the Dermatologist — nutrition plays a very important role too.
Our skin is a mirror of what’s happening inside our bodies. Therefore, healthy skin cannot exist without a healthy body. So when we are healthy and clean on the inside, our skin cells will be visibly nourished on the outside.
In my previous articles, I already talked about natural and frugal ways to get glowing skin, as well as spices that you can incorporate into your diet and skincare routine. Now for today’s…
The truth about ultraprocessed foods may be ultracomplicated
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For decades, the question of whether a food is healthy or not has centered largely on what’s in it: Does it have a lot of fiber and vitamins? Is there an excess of fat, salt or sugar?
But more recently, many experts have begun to believe that how our food is made may be just as important as what it’s made of. With this updated way of looking at dietary health, a new villain has emerged:…
7-Day Healthy Eating Plan: 1,200 Calories
A healthy diet and lifestyle are the best weapons to protect against heart disease. In fact, incorporating heart-healthy foods, getting adequate exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, avoiding excess alcohol and getting enough quality sleep can have a major impact on reducing cardiovascular disease-related deaths, according to a 2023 review in the Journal of Translational Medicine.
The meals and snacks in this diet plan feature heart-healthy foods, such as fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein and healthy fats, such as olive oil and avocado. Saturated fat, added sugars and sodium—nutrients that can harm your heart when eaten in…
The Top 3 Foods That Cause Poor Gut Health in Kids, From a Nutritionist
When parents feed their children a nutritious diet, they can often underestimate the importance of gut health at such a young age.
“Healthy gut microbiota is crucial for supporting overall well-being and optimal growth,” licensed functional nutritionist Kourtney Simmang told Newsweek. “Differences between children and adults in terms of gut health can exist. Children have developed immune and digestive systems, which may make them more susceptible to dietary influences on gut health.
“Additionally, certain foods that can be well-tolerated by adults may cause more pronounced effects on children’s digestive systems due to their sensitivity.”
A stock image of a young…