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The Best Dairy Product to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians
Key Takeaways Kefir is a fermented dairy product that has numerous benefits for gut health. It provides beneficial probiotics that help improve digestion and make stool easier to pass. Kefir can be enjoyed on its own as a beverage or mixed into sweet or savory recipes. Unlike cream on milk, dairy products might not rise…
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Reduce high blood sugar and associated diabetes risk by eating 1 food item
Type 2 diabetes occurs when there is a problem with insulin in the body, leading to high blood sugar levels. High blood sugar can lead to feelings of extreme thirst and hunger, blurred vision, and cuts taking longer to heal. The NHS points out that these symptoms can “develop gradually”, but if you’ve been diagnosed…
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Cardiologist warns popular breakfast food is a ‘cholesterol bomb’
A top cardiologist has suggested the three worst foods to consume for people looking to reduce their cholesterol levels, including one he described as a “cholesterol bomb”. The cardiologist in question was Dr Steven Lome who appeared on the Physicians Committee podcast to discuss the worst foods for cholesterol. However, before discussing cholesterol it is…
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Professor says one drink with breakfast cuts obesity and diabetes risk
Milk with breakfast lowers the risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes, according to recent research. It lowers blood glucose throughout the day, suggests the study.Scientists in Canada examined the impact of consuming high-protein milk with breakfast on blood glucose levels and fullness throughout the day. They found that milk reduced postprandial blood sugar –…
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Quitting sugar? 7 things to know before giving it up
Eating too much sugar may lead to obesity and dental issues. However, there are a few things you should know before quitting sugar. The rise in health problems like diabetes and obesity may have encouraged you to give up sugar. For the sake of your health, you may be avoiding desserts, sodas, and other ultra-processed…
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Brown Rice Has More Arsenic Than White – Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Avoid It
Brown rice contains more arsenic than white rice, according to a recent study from the US. Understandably, that might sound alarming. After all, arsenic is a well-known toxin. But the levels found in brown rice are not a health risk. And brown rice, like other whole grains, is still an important part of a healthy…
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Researchers Warn: Vegan Diets May Lack Key Nutrients
Many long-term vegans meet protein needs but often lack key amino acids, especially lysine and leucine, highlighting the need for greater dietary variety and focus on protein quality. In a New Zealand study, 75% of vegans consumed enough protein overall, but only half met the recommended daily intake for lysine and leucine. A new study…
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Healthy diets for healthy aging
Access through your institution Buy or subscribe “We used data from the Nurses’ Health Study and the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study to examine the midlife diets and eventual health outcomes of more than 105,000 women and men of ages 39–69 over the course of 30 years. Participants regularly completed dietary questionnaires during the follow up,…
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UK public backs food tax, if it makes healthy food more affordable
A major UK survey shows strong public support for food taxes, especially when designed to lower the cost of healthy foods, highlighting a path forward for fair and effective nutrition policies. Study: Are food taxes for healthy eating acceptable? A survey of public attitudes in the UK. Image Credit: photographyfirm / Shutterstock A survey report published in…
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Gwyneth Paltrow ditches strict diet after being ‘obsessed with eating healthily’
Gwyneth Paltrow has admitted that she is turning her back on her super-restrictive diet after years of healthy eating as she has grown ‘sick’ of the way of life 16:00 ET, 23 Apr 2025Updated 16:01 ET, 23 Apr 2025 Gwyneth has admitted she is ‘sick’ of the paleo diet(Image: Gwyneth Paltrow/Instagram) Gwyneth Paltrow has turned…