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Top 10 Natural Foods to Control High Blood Pressure

1Jul

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Diet

Top 10 Natural Foods to Control High Blood Pressure

17th May is globally celebrated as World Hypertension Day. Its a day dedicated towards understanding this silent killer better. High BP is one of the biggest health risks that faces the global population today. Some would say it's almost an epidemic. High blood pressure can cause countless problems like diabetes, stroke, heart disease, kidney failure and even death! Hypertension is an unusual condition which has almost no symptoms. The only way to catch it is to get your blood pressure checked regularly. If studies are to be believed, only one-third of all people know they suffer from high blood pressure. Blood pressure is measured in 'millimetres of mercury' (mm Hg) and is written as two separate numbers. The first number or the systolic number measures the pressure inside the arteries w...

Inside the Austrian wellness centre that kickstarted Rebel Wilson’s 30kg weight loss

27Jun

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Wellness

Inside the Austrian wellness centre that kickstarted Rebel Wilson’s 30kg weight loss

Rebel Wilson has impressed fans after losing more than 30kg as part of her 'year of health'. And new details have surfaced about how the 41-year-old actress began her incredible transformation. According to the Sunday Mirror, the Australian star checked in at the Vivamayr Altaussee wellness centre in Austria to kickstart her weight loss last year. The publication reports that sugar, alcohol and caffeine are all banned at the centre, while dinner is frowned upon and guests are taught to chew every mouthful 40 times. The centre's weight care program costs $5097 for a week while a two-week program can cost up to $9500. According to the website, 'the Vivamayr Weight Care program is aimed at optimising your weight and consists of a fixed and variable part.' Read more at the Daily Mail....

Not ready to eat GMO animals? Then you might not want to order the salmon

23Jun

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Genetically Modified Foods

Not ready to eat GMO animals? Then you might not want to order the salmon

Recently, I did something I had not done in a long time. I ate in a restaurant with my family. Actually, we ate on the outdoor patio, since my kids are too young to be vaccinated and we are somewhat more squeamish than average about COVID, but it was nevertheless a refreshing return to normality and a welcome rest from battling traffic on the way to the Delaware seashore. I ordered a salad with blackened salmon. If we make the trip again, I will make a different choice. That’s because last week, biotech company AquaBounty Technologies Inc. announced that it is harvesting several tons of genetically modified salmon, which will soon be sold at restaurants and other “away-from-home” dining retailers around the country. Keep reading at Food Safety News.

These 5 natural mosquito bite remedies will leave you itch-free

20Jun

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Remedies

These 5 natural mosquito bite remedies will leave you itch-free

It’s mosquito season, and dealing with itchy bites is always a big nuisance. If you’re in a pinch or not a fan of over-the-counter bug bite treatments, you may want to try these five natural mosquito bite remedies. You’ll likely have these common household items in your fridge or pantry already. So there’s no need to hit up the pharmacy when you’ve got a house packed with mosquito bite-busting ingredients. Watch In The Know’s Phoebe Zaslav give the rundown on these DIY mosquito bite hacks. “Mosquito bites are no fun, and using too much calamine lotion can be harmful to your skin in the long run,” Phoebe explains. 1. Basil Turns out basil is more than just a great pasta seasoning. “Studies suggest that a chemical compound in basil called eugenol can help relieve itchy skin,” she says...

Kerry Research Pinpoints Emotions Consumers Associate With Botanicals

16Jun

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Botanicals

Kerry Research Pinpoints Emotions Consumers Associate With Botanicals

Kerry has released research uncovering the psychology behind consumers’ botanical preferences and perceived benefits, according to a press release. The research examined 44 emotions that consumers associate with botanical extracts. Between 2017 and 2020, botanical use in beverages rose 46%. The global market for botanical beverages and foods is expected to reach 1,489 billion by 2025, the press release states. This includes herbs, roots and barks, plants and trees, and flowers. Kerry surveyed over 6,500 consumers across 12 countries in North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, and Africa to discover attitudes towards over 55 botanicals. The research found that consumers think of botanicals as being energetic, interesting, useful, trustworthy, and safe. For example, a drink cont...

Genetically modified foods: Myths vs. facts

14Jun

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Genetically Modified Foods

Genetically modified foods: Myths vs. facts

Genetically modified foods have frequently given rise to controversy, which means that it can sometimes be difficult to tell fact from misconception. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explore the facts and dispel the most prevalent myths. Genetically modified foods (GM foods), often called “bioengineeredTrusted Source foods” or “transgenic foods,” continue to be a controversial topic of discussion. Despite their extensive history and widespread use, consumers worldwide do not always have access to sufficient and accurate information about these foods. There is further skepticism surrounding their safety and environmental and health impacts. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explain what GM foods are, their importance, and what research has discovered about their safety and health...

How to Develop a Safe and Natural Food Preservative?

9Jun

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How to Develop a Safe and Natural Food Preservative?

World Food Safety Day (WFSD) celebrated on 7 June 2021 with theme 'Safe food today for a healthy tomorrow' stresses that production and consumption of safe food and calls for intensified efforts to prevent foodborne diseases.New study in Process Biochemistry by researchers at RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia discovers that fermented pork snack, Nem Chua contains natural bacteria-killing compound that can be used to keep food fresh for longer. "Scientists have known about these bacteria-killing compounds for many years but the challenge is to produce them in large enough quantities to be used by the food industry", said Jones, Associate Dean of Biosciences and Food Technology at RMIT. ‘New safe and natural food preservative from meat snack.’ Read the full story at medindia.net...

Naomi Osaka: How Prioritising Mental Wellness Can Go Against the Rules

7Jun

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Wellness

Naomi Osaka: How Prioritising Mental Wellness Can Go Against the Rules

Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka announced that she would withdraw from the French Open after she was fined and threatened with being disqualified for not speaking to media during the tournament to protect her mental health. French Open officials and others initially reacted not with concern but by criticising her for not fulfilling her obligations. This occurred despite the fact that her refusal came after a first-round win, unlike others fined for skipping press conferences after losses. The evolving maelstrom that has followed weighs two priorities – the obligation to fulfill one’s job requirements, which in Osaka’s case includes talking to the press – and protecting one’s mental wellness. While a physical injury is routinely accepted as a legitimate reason for not performing aspects ...

The 9 Best Natural Remedies for Heartburn

3Jun

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Remedies

The 9 Best Natural Remedies for Heartburn

You enjoyed that spicy burrito for dinner, but then it hits you — that uncomfortable feeling in your chest that can only mean one thing: heartburn. Heartburn can be a normal part of life for many people. According to the American College of Gastroenterology, about 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month, and it's estimated that as many as 15 million have heartburn every day. Along with working with a doctor to assess and manage your symptoms, there are also some steps you can take to stop acid reflux naturally. Here are some acid reflux remedies that may help get rid of heartburn without antacids. Warning If you regularly have heartburn more than two or three times per week, see a doctor, because your symptoms may be due to a more serious conditi...

Foods and botanicals for inflammation: Expert recommendations

30May

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Botanicals

Foods and botanicals for inflammation: Expert recommendations

Inflammation is a critical element of human survival. It’s the body’s defense against infection and damaged tissue, and yet chronic inflammation can damage cells and organs, creating many of today’s common health problems. In the aging population, finding ways of slowing down inflammation becomes all the more important. David Foreman, RPh, popularly known as “The Herbal Pharmacist” and president of Herbal Pharmacist Media LLC, discusses the need to curb inflammation in aging populations and in all stages of life. As consumers become more aware of the harmful effects of inflammation and its impact on different parts of the body, he says, the number of nutritional ingredients to consider grows. From diet to supplementation, researchers are increasingly learning about how the ingredients we...