DASH Diet

DASH (Dietary Approached to Stop Hypertension) Diet is based on a research which showed that a diet rich in vegetables, fruits and low fat dairy foods combined with lesser saturated and total fat could considerably lower the blood pressure. This diet is recommended by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI). This diet is recommended not only to those with high blood pressure but also to those… Continue reading

CSIRO Total Wellbeing Diet

CSIRO total wellbeing diet (TWD) is a program developed by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), an Australian national science agency. This diet promotes a low fat, high protein and moderate consumption of carbohydrate weight loss program. CSIRO total wellbeing diet is a calorie-controlled, very structured, and nutritionally balanced diet which involves exercise and consumption of huge amounts of protein from poultry, meat and fish.… Continue reading

Crohn’s Disease

Crohn’s disease is named after Dr. Burril Crohn. It is a chronic inflammatory disorder which affects any part of the digestive system. Crohn’s disease usually develops in the small intestine, on a section just before the large intestine which is called ileum. Other common site where this disease develops is in the large intestine. It is also one of many inflammatory bowel diseases.

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Cravings

Most people at times have a strong desire for a particular food, whether it is salty, sweet, sour or bitter. Having this desire for food even when not hungry is called a craving. There are a lot of theories that are believed to be the reason behind why people have cravings. These are:

• hormonal changes – cravings are more intense in women than

What is Coronary Heart disease?

Coronary Heart Disease is a type of heart disease caused by atherosclerosis. This involves blockage of the arteries and vessels which supply nutrients and oxygen to the heart due to fat buildup. If blockage occurs, the heart will have less blood flow thus leading to heart attack. Coronary heart disease may also lead to heart arrhythmias or changes in the heartbeat’s normal rhythm.

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Copper

Copper is an important mineral which plays a vital role in iron absorption and transport. The human body only needs a small amount that is why copper is referred to as a trace mineral. Copper contributes to the body’s normal development because it:

• Is essential for the cardiovascular system’s normal functioning
• Protects the nervous system which includes the brain and nerves

Constipation

Constipation is a symptom described by having difficulty in passing stools which are often dry, hard and small. This occurs when more water is removed from the slurry which results in difficulty to remove the stool. Constipation is not a disorder but usually a symptom of a health problem such as cough or fever.

Constipation Remedies

For people suffering from constipation, they should change their diets. One… Continue reading

Chromium

Chromium is a kind of mineral which is important to humans and is found in a variety of foods. Chromium occurs naturally in sea foods, meat, eggs, dairy products, black pepper, whole grains and almonds. Chromium sustains the normal function of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. This helps transfer glucose from the blood to the muscle, liver and fat cells thus converting sugar into a source… Continue reading

Choline

Choline is a nutrient that is needed by the body. The human body produces choline but not enough to support health so a portion of choline is obtained through diet. Choline is a water soluble compound which functions like vitamins grouped under the B-complex vitamins.

Foods rich in choline include egg yolks, beef liver, soybeans and peanuts.  The choline requirement for most people can be met through normal diet… Continue reading

Chocolate Diet

Chocolate diet is a weight loss plan that involves everyday consumption of small amounts of chocolate. It is said that this program is beneficial since it lowers cholesterol. Chocolates are made from cacao beans which contain flavanoids which act as antioxidants. Antioxidants are helps prevent cancer, strokes and heart disease. Although chocolates contain fats, these won’t increase one’s cholesterol level.

Dark Chocolate Diet

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