Tag: Healthy Eating

Cancer is one dreaded illness that is everyone’s worst nightmare. And early detection is extremely vital for successful treatment of most cancers. Let us...

Alopecia affects millions of people around the world. Despite this, there is very little education on the matter. And although lot of us still...

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. In this condition, women produce an excess amount of testosterone than required. Any...

Quitting alcohol consumption is the best favor you can do to yourself. It makes you fitter, gives you the impetus to work out, and helps you sleep better and wake up fresh. Overall health improves significantly when you quit drinking. No alcohol automatically means no snack, no binge eating, and no weight gain. Your appetite will improve significantly. You will also be able to focus and perform better every day.

Your health, weight, and environment affect how long you can live without food. While short-term fasting has health benefits like lower risk of obesity and better control of diabetes, starving over 48 hours depletes your glucose store, and by 72 hours, your body starts eating into its protein reserves. This results in muscle loss, reduced bone density, and even kidney and heart problems. Long-term starvation or undereating may even result in multiple organ failure and blood poisoning and eventually, death.

Spice up your health with black pepper essential oil. Its anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties make it beneficial for your health. Adding a few drops to your food can may lower cholesterol levels, topical application of the oil may ease muscle pain and fight infections, and inhalation may reduce withdrawal symptoms of cigarette smoking. When used the right way, black pepper essential oil is a great natural remedy for multiple ailments.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease that affects your brain, spinal cord, and the optic nerve in your eyes. It results in many...

Being "healthy" is commonly misunderstood for being everything about following a strict routine, whether it is the food you eat, exercising, or sleep. Follow a flexible healthy regimen that includes eating small portions, drinking water before a meal, getting sufficient sleep, and eating the right food. Although cheat meals must be a complete no-no, you must ensure that you enjoy it once in a while. With these practices, add some basic exercises, stretching, and meditation to stay healthy.

We lose or gain excess weight mostly because of habits that have lasted a lifetime. Naturally, it takes equally long and hard work to regain the ideal weight. Make dieting and exercising a little easier by preparing yourself for it, both mentally and physically, beforehand. Set a goal, boost your willpower, get help from loved ones, and do everything possible to stick to your routine.

A healthy lifestyle doesn't involve extreme diets. Instead of starving your body, opt for small, frequent meals throughout the day. They decrease hunger and prevent overeating. Additionally, they might improve your metabolism and lower the risk of metabolic diseases like high blood pressure and excess body fat. Eating small meals every few hours also reduces fatigue. Studies indicate that frequent meals improve mood and reduce stress. It also pushes people to opt for healthier foods.

A healthy, fit body is everybody’s dream, whether at 20s or 50s. Healthy breakfast at the start of your day can do a lot for your body. Timely meals can enhance metabolism. While snacking, choose healthy foods like nuts and fruits. Make sure you have a regular fitness routine and be patient for the results.

Chronic sleep deprivation affects 50 to 70 million Americans. It increases the risk for chronic disease and early death, so it’s important to know the symptoms. Daytime sleepiness is a common sign, especially if you instantly fall asleep while staying still. Poor focus, frequent mistakes, and increased appetite are also likely. Lack of sleep may also bring on mood swings and irritability. Everything will seem so frustrating! Even your immunity will suffer and increase the risk for persistent colds.

Weight watchers usually start out any meal by religiously counting the calories in it first. However, the old formula of weight loss being proportionate...

The thought of dieting is overwhelming, so try focusing on "cleaning up” the way you eat. Replace refined carbs with whole grains when possible. Hold the added salt and limit processed foods, which make up 75 percent of your sodium intake. Fill half your meal with a rainbow of fruits and veggies. Drink more water and eat less red meat, as each serving increases the risk of chronic disease. Always eat breakfast to avoid overeating later on.

To eat healthy even when you're on a budget, cook your food at home instead of eating out. Plan your grocery list before you go shopping, and always buy in bulk from local grocery stores instead of supermarkets. Alternatively, you could start growing your own produce! Also, prepare your food in large batches so that they last for the rest of the day.