Although selenium is an essential micronutrient, not many have heard of it or are aware of how important it is to the body. As a result, an estimated 0.5 to 1 billion people worldwide suffer from a deficiency. A powerful antioxidant, selenium is needed for effective functioning of the immune system; therefore, inadequate levels can […]
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Omega-3s are considered to be “essential” fatty acids as the body isn’t capable of producing them on its own; therefore, it’s necessary to consume enough omega-3s through diet. Consider eating more of these eight foods to boost your omega-3 intake!
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For those with Crohn’s disease, deciding what to eat each day can be challenging. Fortunately there are certain foods that are easy on the digestive system and can help soothe any symptoms when they occur. Here is a list of 7 foods that those with Crohn’s disease should consider eating as part of their regular diet.
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When we think of fat, we usually cast it in a negative light – that is, it will go straight to places in your body you least want it to go. However, while there are “bad” fats that can compromise your health in some situations, there are also good fats that your body needs to […]
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While eating right to maintain a healthy weight, and even shed a few unwanted pounds may be admirable, there are many other reasons to make healthy changes that don’t even bring losing weight into the equation.
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The prevention of gout attacks lies in diet. There are a number of foods that can trigger a gout attack. Here are 10 common trigger foods for gout. Try and avoid these or have them in moderation to keep your gout at bay.
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