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2Dec

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What the Oldest Person in the World Eats Every Day

Emma Morano, the oldest person in the world, turned 117 this week in lake-side Pallanza, Northern Italy. She credits her longevity to being single, drinking homemade brandy and eating a certain staple every day: two raw eggs. Back in her teens, Morano was told by a doctor to start eating three eggs a day for her anemia. Up until a few years ago, she did just that. It’s well established in the scientific community that a balanced, whole foods diet plays an integral part in overall health and wellness. But can diet impact longevity as well? Your diet alone can both cause and reverse inflammation, a dangerous precursor to many prevalent diseases that can take you out early, including diabetes, heart disease and cancer. Since healthy foods can prevent or delay the onset of disease, it...

2Dec

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Get Rid of Cholesterol with One Powerful Natural Antibiotic

This natural antibiotic is none other than basil. According to research, basil helps to fight bacteria, viruses, and other chronic diseases Not many people know about the fact that basil contains powerful antioxidants that can help cleanse the arteries from LDL (low-density lipoprotein) cholesterol. Basil is rich in essential nutrients like Vitamin K, Vitamin A, and beta-carotene. These antioxidants also protect us from free radicals. These nutrients further prevent cardiovascular diseases. Apart from this, regular intake of basil leaves gives us a hoard of other health benefits like helping our body fight against ailments like diarrhea, constipation, headaches, cough, flu, kidney problems and other diseases as well. BoldSky Health

30Nov

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Featuring: Farm to Fastfood – What American Presidents Ate Over the Years

George Washington, the first US President had simple eating diets. He enjoyed nuts, fish, and Madeira Wine. Thomas Jefferson may have been America's first foodie. The Founding Father developed a taste for French cuisine, grew a vast vegetable garden and cherished a farm-to-table diet. The 11th President, James Polk was known to be a finicky eater. Abraham Lincoln was more of a modest eater. According to historians, the 16th president "liked apples and hot coffee," and didn't demand much in a meal. The eighteenth president Ulysses S. Grant enjoyed coffee and was fond of rice pudding. Franklin D. Roosevelt enjoyed hotdogs, fruit cake, and toasted cheese. On the other hand, Ronald Reagan was known for his sweet tooth. The country's 40th president munched on jelly beans to qu...

28Nov

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7 Winter Wonder Foods to Stay Naturally Warm

Every food ingredient has a natural property and there are some specific foods that help keep your body warm so as to combat the cold weather so that you don't easily fall ill. Check these foods that you should definitely include in your diet this winter season: Ginger - reduces high cholesterol level and is a great option to keep the body fit during winters. Honey - also keeps the body warm and combats cold, flu or cough during winters. Buts - some of the best sources of good cholesterol, vitamins, fibre and Omega-3 fatty acids. Cinnamon - a wonderful spice to shield you from the dipping temperatures. Garlic - has antibacterial properties to keep one away from the common winter diseases such as cold, cough and throat irritations. It keeps the cholesterol level in check. ...

21Nov

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Who Would have thought? ‘Healthy’ Foods that Nutritionists would never eat

Here are a few foods you may think are healthy although the science tells us otherwise. Rice malt syrup Often considered ‘much’ better than sugar, the truth is that rice malt syrup is a refined sugar. The sugar mix of rice malt syrup is 3% glucose, 45% maltose and maltotriose 52% so while it may be fructose free, it does not mean calorie free so not only is it misleading to claim it is free of sugar, but it will contribute to an excessive calorie intake when over consumed just as regular sugar will. Coconut water While coconut water, especially when served in a real coconut parades as the ultimate health drink for hydration, with 18g of sugars, or almost 4 teaspoons per 250ml serve it is still a high sugar choice of fluid. Almond milk Popular on paleo regimes and for those who ...

18Nov

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5 Reasons to Add Spirulina to Your Diet

Spirulina, a blue-green alga commonly found in powdered, supplement form, is one of the stars of this class—and one that you may have unknowingly consumed. Over 1,400 studies have already been conducted, with results proving that adding spirulina to your diet can drastically improve your overall health and wellness. Let’s take a look at the top five ways. Cancer Prevention According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, “A number of animal and test tube studies suggest that spirulina increases production of antibodies, infection-fighting proteins and other cells that improve immunity and help ward off infection and chronic illnesses such as cancer.” Cholesterol Reduction & Prevention of Atherosclerosis Maintaining healthy cholesterol levels is important, as people with ...

11Nov

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Be Happy and Gay! These 7 Nutrients are Guaranteed to Boost Happiness Levels!

If you’ve been feeling a little moody lately (or if those PMS symptoms are getting you down), perhaps it’s time to look at your diet. You might be lacking in a few important nutrients that could be the reason why your happiness levels are down and you feel lethargic and unmotivated Let's put the pep back in your step and the smile back in your face! Magnesium - its role in the development of serotonin means it is a major contributor to how happy you feel throughout the day. Low levels of magnesium have been linked to a higher risk of depression. Chromium - helps the body regulate insulin, which in turn regulates your brain's level of serotonin, norepinephrine, and melatonin, the chemicals your brain uses to manage emotion and mood. While a standard, well-balanced diet should ease ...

10Nov

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This Organic Juice Can Help Beat Diabetes

Insulin injections and several other medications are available over the counter to help control diabetes. However, this method will shock you. All that one needs is a few straws of wheat grass and water. Wheat grass is one of the best organic ingredients that is rich in fiber. It helps in preventing the fluctuation of blood sugar level and also it keeps one full for a longer period of time. Rich in several nutrients like vitamins, minerals, iron, calcium and amino acids, apart from managing diabetes, wheat grass has several other health benefits too. It aids in building up the immunity level, lowers cholesterol level and also helps build up the hemoglobin level. Methods: #1. Take a few strands of tender wheat grass. #2. Wash the wheat grass thoroughly with cold water. #3. Put t...

7Nov

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6 Natural Laxative Foods to Make You Poop

There are different laxatives available on the market to solve constipation woes; most people choose to buy over-the-counter stimulants. However, over time, these laxatives can weaken the body’s ability to go to the bathroom, and possibly lead to a “laxative dependency” or abuse. People who abuse laxatives find its “quick fix” appealing to lose unwanted calories and weight, “feel thin” or “feel empty.” Eating foods that act like natural laxatives can help us meet our 25 to 40 grams of fiber per day to avoid constipation. Here are 6 natural food laxatives for constipation relief. CHIA Seeds - They are an excellent source of fiber at 10 grams per ounce Figs - This fruit provides high levels of fiber and water in addition to antioxidants, which act as an anti-inflammatory in the dige...

3Nov

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7 of the Best Fruits for Diabetics

Loaded with nutrients and fiber, fruits make the perfect snack. This article takes a science-based look at the most suitable fruits for those with diabetes. 1. Blueberries - Blueberries are quite low in sugar, with 10 grams per 100 grams of fruit. But that sugar is also accompanied by 2 grams of fiber. This is important because when sugar and fiber are eaten together, blood sugar levels don’t spike as quickly. Interestingly, a study on over 187,000 people tracked over two decades found those who ate the most blueberries had more than a 25 percent lower risk of getting diabetes than those who ate the fewest 2. Strawberries - Strawberries contain even less sugar than blueberries, with only 5 grams per 100 grams of fruit. 3. Blackberries - Of all the berries, blackberries stand out m...