This study suggests that a diet high in protein and low in calories can give seniors the health benefits of weight loss while keeping the muscle and bone they need for better quality of life as they age.
Intake of Vitamin C can help in improving absorption of iron in the body. Nutritionist Nmami Agarwal explains the link between the two and how Vitamin C can help prevent iron deficiency.
By vaccinating yourself and your children, you help to create the "herd immunity" that protects the most vulnerable people in society from illness, injury and death.
Weight loss: One important tip that will surely help you shed those extra kilos is including more proteins to your diet. This is because protein-rich foods can reduce hunger pangs and boost metabolism which is the prerequisite for weight loss.
Garlic is a spice which is popular for its benefits on digestion, high blood pressure and inflammation to name a very few high. However, there are some studies which talk about cholesterol improving properties of garlic as well.
Snacks form an important part of a healthy eating pattern. In fact, eating something nutritious after every few hours keeps your metabolism strong and healthy.
Fitness level is associated with changes in the brain's nerve-tissue, called gray matter, and better cognitive function in later life. This study mentions that the relationship between physical and brain fitness varies in older adults by virtue of their sex.
Fatty liver disease is a condition which is commonly diagnosed in people who are obese, those who eat a highly processed diet or the ones who live a sedentary lifestyle. Here are the foods that they should eat and avoid.
Exercise leads to both types of good moods psychologists talk about: positive high activation (feeling alert, excited, happy) and positive low activation (feeling calm, content, relaxed).
Behavioral methods and medications are the two main treatments for improving sleep. before considering medications, it is important to know that sleep troubles often result from something else, such as sleep apnea or depression. More information down under.
Sepsis is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by the body's response to an infection. Consuming a diet low in fibre and high in fat and sugar can increase risks of sepsis, new study says.
Manganese is required by the body for the proper functioning of the enzymes, joint pain, nutrient absorption, fertility problems, bone development (along with other minerals) and prevention of epileptic seizures.
