Category: Healthy Eating

  • Not getting enough sun and Vitamin D in winter? Here’s how to up your intake with food

    Not getting enough sun and Vitamin D in winter? Here’s how to up your intake with food

    We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. ASMR//Getty Images 1 Salmon lacaosa//Getty Images Not only is salmon a great option if you’re looking to up your protein, but it’s also rich in vitamin D. A 140g serving of baked salmon packs about 10.2 µg of vitamin D, according to…

  • Common myths about diabetes and diet to follow

    Common myths about diabetes and diet to follow

    Diabetes is one of the fastest-growing health concerns globally, and India is no exception to that. With over 101 million people living with diabetes in the country as of 2023, awareness about the condition and its management is crucial. Yet, despite advances in understanding and managing diabetes, many myths about the disease and its dietary…

  • Eat junk food when you’re stressed? These 2 drinks can help your body…

    Eat junk food when you’re stressed? These 2 drinks can help your body…

    Just in time for the holidays, some heart-warming news. Flavanol-rich cocoa and green tea can protect your cardiovascular system against stress even after you eat fatty junk food, a new study finds. “We know that when people are stressed, they tend to gravitate towards high-fat foods,” said lead study author Catarina Rendeiro, an assistant professor…

  • How Healthy Are Sweet Potatoes?

    How Healthy Are Sweet Potatoes?

    The marshmallows notwithstanding, sweet potatoes are one of the healthiest foods on your Thanksgiving table. They’re full of nutrients that keep your systems humming and your blood sugar steady, and they can even reduce your cancer risk. Here are some of the ways sweet potatoes benefit your body, along with ideas from New York Times…

  • Banana with milk: Is it safe or harmful to your body

    Banana with milk: Is it safe or harmful to your body

    Banana with milk is a popular combination. But is it healthy? Know the benefits and side effects of eating this fruit with milk. Banana with milk is one classic combination that is loved by adults as well as children. While some like to start their day with this combination, others enjoy it before an intense…

  • ‘Slimmer of the year’ grandmother loses 52 kgs with a diet change: Here’s how she did it

    ‘Slimmer of the year’ grandmother loses 52 kgs with a diet change: Here’s how she did it

    ‘Slimmer of the year’ grandmother loses 52 kgs with a diet change: Here’s how she did it BySanya Panwar Nov 18, 2024 10:52 AM IST Share Via Copy Link A woman from Australia weighed 128 kg almost two years ago. She had a drastic 52-kg weight loss by following a restrictive diet: here’s what you…

  • Woman who lost 25 kg in 6 months reveals healthy food swaps she made for drastic weight loss

    Woman who lost 25 kg in 6 months reveals healthy food swaps she made for drastic weight loss

    Woman who lost 25 kg in 6 months reveals healthy food swaps she made for drastic weight loss BySanya Panwar Nov 18, 2024 09:12 AM IST Share Via Copy Link These simple food swaps helped a woman reduce her weight by 25 kg in just six months. She replaced sugary drinks with healthier options like…

  • Days After “Make America Healthy Again” Vow, Trump, RFK Jr Eat McDonald’s

    Days After “Make America Healthy Again” Vow, Trump, RFK Jr Eat McDonald’s

    The picture was posted online by Donald Jr. Washington: US President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has been pictured sharing a McDonald’s meal with his future boss, days after they promised to “make America healthy again.” Kennedy flew with Trump aboard his plane to an Ultimate Fighting Championship bout in…

  • Why body image and food choices are more connected than you think [PODCAST]

    Why body image and food choices are more connected than you think [PODCAST]

    Subscribe to The Podcast by KevinMD. Watch on YouTube. Catch up on old episodes! We dive into the intricate world of food choices, body image, and the science behind nutrition myths with psychologist and author Charlotte Markey. Charlotte unpacks the sometimes overwhelming dietary information people encounter daily, offering insights into making food choices that promote…

  • Enjoy the Health Benefits of Seasonal Apples

    Enjoy the Health Benefits of Seasonal Apples

    WASHINGTON — Walk down the aisle of your local farmers market this fall and chances are you will see an abundance of colorful and fresh apples. Whether red, green or yellow, apples are packed with health benefits and they are delicious! With Thanksgiving coming up, here’s some information about this seasonal favorite fruit, its nutrients…