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Flexitarian Diet: A Complete Guide
Generally, a flexitarian diet involves prioritizing plant-based and meat-free foods, such as vegetables, dairy, and whole grains, while having the flexibility to eat meat from time to time. Vegetarians eliminate meat and fish from their diet. As per its name, a flexitarian diet is a more flexible alternative to vegetarianism, as it allows eating meat…
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Healthy eating & exercise can reverse ageing marker in obese kids
New York: Eating a healthy diet and doing regular exercise can reverse a genetic marker linked to premature ageing in children with obesity, according to a study. Like the solid segment at the end of a shoelace, telomeres protect the ends of chromosomes from fraying. In all people, telomeres gradually shorten with ageing. Various conditions,…
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Yellow tea can keep you in the pink of health! 8 reasons not to miss out its benefits
Are you a tea connoisseur? Then you need to incorporate this miracle yellow tea which offers plenty of benefits for your health. Have you ever heard of yellow tea? It is one of the best teas which originated in China and offers a unique flavour. It is a flavourful tea that has a smooth texture,…
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I’m a personal trainer and my spouse hates the gym. How I get him to make healthier choices
Stephanie Mansour February 7, 2024 at 9:31 PM Welcome to Start TODAY. Sign up for our Start TODAY newsletter to receive daily inspiration sent to your inbox — and join us on Instagram! Despite being a personal trainer, someone fitness obsessed was never on my list of must-haves when dating. I was perfectly happy being the “healthy” one…
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6 simple ways to improve your health — and yes, sleep is involved
More than a month into the New Year of 2024, those who haven’t yet made progress on their health and weight-loss resolutions may be feeling a little discouraged. But experts agree that the number on the scale shouldn’t be the only way to measure a “win.” Weight alone doesn’t paint a complete picture of a person’s…
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Greaux the Good: promoting healthy, local eating
LAFAYETTE, La. — Food deserts are all too common in Lafayette, especially in lower income areas. These areas have little to no accessibility to fresh, healthy foods, whether it’s due to a lack of stores/markets or a lack of affordable transportation to these locations. One organization, Greaux the Good, is taking the steps to fill…
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10 Healthiest Plant-Based Protein Bars—and 3 to Avoid
The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Protein is essential for maintaining and repairing our bodies, from our muscles to our bones. It also plays a key…
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Unveiling the Mystery: What Makes Blueberries Blue and Their Potential Health Benefits
Blueberries are globally renowned for their vibrant blue hue, sweet yet slightly tart taste, and plethora of health benefits. But have you ever wondered what gives these tasty berries their distinctive color? Recent scientific discoveries reveal that the answer lies not in the fruit’s pigmentation, but in its waxy coating. This coating, containing tiny structures…
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20 Foods That Make You Happiest, According To Research
We all know food can make us happy. The connection between food and comfort is primal (hence the term “comfort foods.”) It goes back to when we were infants and a breast or a bottle made everything better. As adults, who doesn’t love pizza and beer while binge-watching Netflix on a cold winter night? Who hasn’t downed a…
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How to Prevent Cancer through Nutrition
Can a healthy diet reduce cancer risk? In short, yes. Nearly 25 percent of the 18 million cases of cancer diagnosed annually worldwide could be prevented with better nutrition. But what dietary habits support health? At the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health (HSPH), a panel of experts discussed the fundamentals of healthy…
