Even though it’s controversial these days, the keto diet might be just the flu-busting antidote we need, according to a new study. The Yale University study found that mice that were fed a keto diet were better at fighting the flu than the ones that were fed foods high in carbs. The research was published […]
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When you get groceries, you wanna make sure the ingredients are all healthy and good for you. With that in mind, what are the bread buying mistakes you might be making? Looking at the bakery aisle in the supermarket can be a daunting task. How do you even choose? There are some bread buying mistakes
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Eating bananas daily is definitely the new ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’. A recent study proves that this and other potassium-rich foods (like avocados) are key to protecting your heart from damage and making it stronger. Potassium in foods like bananas and avocados is instrumental in preventing heart disease because it prevents
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Ah, fancy foods are just so desirable these days, aren’t they? Having gold foil pizza is a (very annoying and price-inflating) mark of status. But isn’t it strange that about 100 years ago people really really didn’t like this type of foods? Some of the fancy foods we have on our list were only eaten
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Obesity during pregnancy might be caused by a vitamin B12 deficiency, say the results of a new study released during the annual conference of the Society for Endocrinology. Pregnant women that had low levels of vitamin B12 had metabolic markers that usually indicate increased fat production and reduced breakdown. This means that obesity during pregnancy
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Going vegan when you’re in your seventies could help ward off diseases, says professor John Mathers from Newcastle University. Mathers spoke in front of the House of Lords about the benefits of switching to a plant-based diet in old age. He said that going vegan helps feed the good bacteria in our gut. This good
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Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids. If you’re taking these two popular supplements to fight inflammation, then you should know they’re probably not working. Taking popular supplements has been recommended to the general public for a while now, but are they actually doing what they’re supposed to be doing or are they a waste of
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There are plenty of reasons to eat mango and believe it or not, it being delicious is the least of them. This fruit is full of healthy nutrients and as research shows us, there are plenty of other benefits as well. I find a certain pleasure in biting into a mango and tasting the refreshing
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Red wine is that wonderful drink that we use to take the edge off a little when we get home after a hard day. We already know that alcohol tends to affect our bodies in many ways. But beyond that, does this particular drink have health benefits? Some scientists tend to think so. There are
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The healthy kind of fatty foods can be just the support your brain needs as it gets older. But there are two types of fatty foods that are better than any others: nuts and olive oil. If you’re like me and one of your biggest nightmares is a memory that is degrading, then you might
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Hmm, a red meat quiz! The star of all grills and barbecues, a staple food of our earliest ancestors, and a must for an overall healthy diet. There is no beef about that. And it tastes even better when paired with a dry red wine. So, is red meat one of your favorite things? Let’s
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You *know* many effects of alcohol on your body. That’s what hangovers are, isn’t it? But there are some you might not be aware of, so here is a pretty comprehensive list! If the next morning’s hangover isn’t enough for you to make the resolution of drinking moderately every time, then finding out in excruciating
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