Diet & Nutrition
Diet & Nutrition focuses on healthy eating habits, meal planning, and the benefits of various nutrients, providing tips for maintaining a balanced diet and improving overall health.
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Water Weight vs. Fat: How to Tell Them Apart
Although they may register the same on the scale, water weight and body fat are fundamentally different. Water retention can appear quickly, while fat accumulates gradually over time. If your weight has shifted recently, you may be wondering whether it reflects added fat. That’s not always true — rapid weight changes accompanied by puffiness or […]
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Does Water Have Calories?
Making up as much as 60% of the average adult human body, water is essential for survival. It helps control body temperature, ferry nutrients, support the structure of cells and tissues, and remove waste products. With many types of water sold today, you might ask whether some of these beverages contain calories. This piece explains […]
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¿Cuánta agua deberías de tomar por día?
El cuerpo humano está formado por aproximadamente un 60% de agua. Constantemente pierdes líquidos, sobre todo mediante la orina y el sudor. Para evitar la deshidratación, es necesario reponer esas pérdidas con cantidades adecuadas de agua. Hay muchas opiniones acerca de cuánta agua conviene beber diariamente. Los profesionales de la salud con frecuencia recomiendan la […]
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What Is the Heavy Metal Detox Diet?
When someone has heavy metal poisoning, physicians usually prescribe specific drugs to clear metals from the body. Certain dietary choices may also aid the removal process. (img by Maria Marlowe) Heavy metal poisoning happens when various dense metals accumulate in your tissues. Everyday environmental and industrial sources — including the air you inhale and the […]
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6 Benefits and Uses of Rosemary Tea
Rosemary is rich in antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory constituents. It may offer several health advantages, such as helping to lower blood sugar and supporting cognitive health, among other effects. Beyond its culinary and fragrant uses, rosemary has long been utilized in traditional herbal and Ayurvedic practices (1). The rosemary shrub (Rosmarinus officinalis) originates from the […]
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What Is Tapioca and What Is It Good For?
Taopica is a starch sold as flour, flakes, or pearls that’s low in nutritional value. People may use it as a gluten-free wheat alternative. Tapioca is a starch extracted from cassava root. It consists of almost pure carbs and contains very little protein, fiber, or other nutrients. Tapioca has recently become popular as a gluten-free […]
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The 13 Best Nuts and Seeds for Keto
Working out which foods fit a very-low-carb, high-fat ketogenic eating plan can be confusing. A lot of nuts and seeds are low in net carbs (total carbohydrates minus fiber) and rich in beneficial fats, making them excellent choices. They’re also packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Still, some types contain fewer carbs than […]
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9 High Protein Nuts and Seeds to Eat
Both nuts and seeds are flexible, easy to consume on the go, and a solid source of plant-based protein, especially for those who eat little to no animal products. Seeds represent the embryos of a plant. Technically, nuts are a variety of seed encased in a tough outer shell. Thus, while every nut is a […]
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What’s the Difference Between Casein and Whey Protein?
Casein and whey are two milk-derived proteins that supply all essential amino acids and are among the most popular protein powders. Yet they have distinct characteristics. Here’s how to distinguish them and choose which better matches your needs. There are more protein powder options available now than ever — from rice and hemp to insect […]
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Ask the Expert: Common Questions About Alcohol and Blood Thinners
Specialists indicate that modest alcohol use is generally considered safe for people on blood thinners. (img by GoodRx) 1. How risky is drinking alcohol when I’m taking a blood thinner? Several elements influence the level of danger alcohol poses when combined with blood-thinning medication. These variables vary from person to person. In many cases, moderate […]