Tag: Diet

Vitamin C in lemons lowers the risk of ischemic stroke and heart disease, reduces the symptoms and duration of a cold, and keeps skin healthy. Citric acid in them improves absorption of iron from plant-based food sources and prevents the formation of kidney stones. Besides this, plant compounds in lemons act as antioxidants and aids weight loss and prevents cancer.

If you have hypothyroidism, ensure you have foods rich in nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, zinc, and selenium which are needed for thyroid hormone production and regulation. Anti-inflammatory foods like omega 3 fatty acid-rich fish, apple cider vinegar, flax or chia seeds, and probiotics like fermented foods and yogurt can also help you cope better.

Some people owe their weight loss to the alkaline diet. Some of them say their energy levels have shot up because of this diet....

Chewing your way through your food can help you combat weight gain problems. Tricks like using smaller-sized tableware and loading half your plate with non-starchy veggies can also help you cut portions and lose weight. Eating a healthy breakfast in the morning will kick-start your metabolism and prevent unhealthy snacking, while swapping the soda for zero-calorie water can also make losing weight a lot easier.

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that results in the production of plaques of thickened, scaling skin. It is a non-contagious condition and the...

Breastfeeding can be a beautiful bonding experience between mother and child but low milk supply can cause frustration and anxiety. The only clear way to check milk supply is to track the baby's weight gain. To increase milk supply, help the baby with a good latch, nurse frequently, and express or pump milk in between feedings. Fenugreek, ginger, milk thistle and goat's rue may increase production.

If you pass gas over 20 times a day, you could be affected by flatulence or excessive air buildup within your body. One of the reasons for excessive gas is eating fibrous foods, aerated beverages, and fruits high in fructose. Swallowing too much air is another cause. You could also feel bloated and gassy if you suffer from conditions like the IBS or GERD. Sometimes, gas can also be the side-effect of certain medication.

We normally experience fullness after a heavy meal, but imagine having that constant dull feeling of satiety and bloating even on an empty stomach...

As you embark on your weight loss program, you hit several hurdles. From cravings to lack of motivation, it's not easy to get rid...

Exercises like jogging and running burn a lot of calories. But, they aren't your only choices if you're looking to lose weight quickly. Skipping is a challenging way to get your daily dose of cardio. Burpees and battle ropes strengthen and tone your muscles. Cycling and rowing build endurance. Dancing and boxing make for unconventional ways to get fit. Swimming is good for strength and stamina. Skating is a fun sport and improves one's balance.

Constipation is common with high-protein diets. Usually, there isn’t enough fiber since carbs are often restricted. However, adequate fiber intake prevents constipation. For a rich source of protein and fiber, eat beans and nuts. Veggies like asparagus, leafy greens, and cucumbers are high in fiber but low in carbs. When you do eat carbohydrates, choose fruits with fiber. This will ensure regular bowel movements.

Common side effects of iron tablets are abdominal pain, cramps, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and black stools. In more severe cases, overdosing on iron can cause fluid build-up in the lungs, liver damage, and vomiting of blood. In people with hemochromatosis, iron could build to toxic levels.

Junk food is fatty, salty, and sugary – all bad news for your body which will reel under the cholesterol, refined ingredients, preservatives, and artificial flavors and colors in it. Help your body recover from a binge with some ginger tea, green tea, cranberry juice, or plain warm water and lime. Eat smart after a binge so that you can contain the damage and feel better. Lean protein, healthy salads, and low-fat yogurt are good ways to fill up without making you feel even worse.

Breakfast can get your day off to a great start provided you eat the right things. Think heart-healthy grapefruit, inflammation-fighting salmon and eggs, fiber-rich whole grain, spices to get your metabolism kick started, or even a savory porridge peppered with delicious golden onion and warming ginger. Pick right and you’ll do your body a world of good!

If you eat beef, know how to read the labels. Grass-fed cows do not eat high-energy grain, so they're leaner than grain-fed cows. They also contain more omega-3 fats, vitamin A, and vitamin E. However, the grass might have pesticides and they might get antibiotics. Organic beef comes from cows that eat 100 percent organic grain or grass. These cows don't get antibiotics or hormones, and are free to roam. Do you care about both? Buy grass-fed organic beef.