The simple truth is that certain foods can tax your digestive system more than others, leading to feelings of bloating, pain or excessive gas. Here are six food types that can be particularly tough on your digestive system.
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It may seem strange that what you put into your stomach can dictate the future of your lungs, but many sources point out the healthy contents of some foods that lower cancer risk (among other benefits). Let’s digest these six foods that can lower lung cancer risk.
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Although it’s always important to put your health first when making decisions about diet, these decisions become even more crucial when your body is fighting an ailment that has the potential to end a life. This is why it’s important to add fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins to your diet following a prostate cancer diagnosis. Here’s a look at some everyday foods that can help fight prostate cancer.
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The importance of liver health cannot be overstated. Weighing approximately three pounds, it is a fairly large organ whose primary function is to “filter the blood coming from the digestive tract, before passing it to the rest of the body,” says WebMD. Additionally, the liver removes toxins such as bilirubin and ammonia from the blood […]
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While alcohol consumption can cause the fatty liver deposits and lower the liver’s efficiency, the non-alcohol induced version is usually associated with a poor diet and sedentary lifestyle – which is why exercise is often recommended along with dietary changes.
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It may be tempting to skip out on eating before a workout, but the body requires adequate fuel in its tank in order to achieve maximum performance. If blood sugar levels are insufficient while exercising, headaches and fatigue will often occur. Not just any snack will do, though. According to WebMD, the body requires carbohydrates, […]
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