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New Study Shows This Diet Lowers Cholesterol Up to 30%
The Portfolio diet is designed to lower cholesterol and is known for its heart-healthy benefits. A new study adds to the collection of research that shows this diet is effective at preventing heart disease and stroke. Cardiologists and nutritionists explain how and why the diet works. There are several diets know to benefit heart health,…
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On nutrition: Index of healthy eating
Credit: CC0 Public Domain Halloween is over and the candy bags are empty. Now begins the season of favorite foods and traditions. And with each passing year, I’m reminded that I want to be around for many more. I recently listened to a fascinating webinar sponsored by the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University.…
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There’s A Scientific Reason For Why You End Up In A Food Coma (But It’s Avoidable!)
Feeling tired after eating happens to the best of us here and there, especially after a big meal. Like, who among us hasn’t had the urge to take a nap after chowing down on Thanksgiving? But if you find that you regularly feel wiped after you eat, it’s understandable to have questions. For the record,…
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How practising mindfulness can help make heart-healthy eating choices
A new study shows that practising mindfulness focused on healthy eating can be good for the heart It’s well-known that practising mindfulness helps people focus on the present as well as their emotions, thoughts, bodily sensations and breath. Now, a new study shows that practising mindfulness focused on healthy eating can also be good for…
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Dietitian nourishes a long family tradition of healthy eating habits
Heather McCrory does not remember learning the meaning of the word dietitian as a child. But she knew by age 10 it was what she wanted to be when she grew up. That desire possibly came from childhood events involving her family. “I had a young, skinny cousin who went to California and returned at…
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Sandwich Day: 6 sandwich recipes for your weight-loss journey
A sandwich is a go-to breakfast option for many. It is healthy and colourful, thanks to the vegetables and meat nicely placed between two slices of bread. But sometimes, it doesn’t turn out to be the healthiest choice. You need to keep the ingredients in mind, especially if weight loss is your goal. On Sandwich…
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Yes, Red Meat Is Linked to Type 2 Diabetes—But the Cut of Meat Matters
Key Takeaways Red meat may be a dietary risk factor for type 2 diabetes. A new study found that swapping red meat for plant-based protein sources reduced the risk of type 2 diabetes in participants. If you do not want to give up red meat, just be mindful of the portion sizes and try eating it…
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What is bagel scooping and why is it trending?
A scooped bagel is exactly what it sounds like: The inside of the bagel is carved out, and you’re left with the shell of a bagel. How you eat your food is your own business, but if you scoop your bagel, expect controversy to ensue. On Oct. 26, Los Angeles native Taylor Offer was visiting…
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Scientist settles ‘good vs. bad carbs’ debate
Time to go against the grain? The debate over “good versus bad carbs” has long tormented diners — now, new research published in Frontiers in Nutrition is revealing the carbohydrates you should be choosing at mealtime. “It’s tempting to think of all carbohydrate foods as interchangeable,” study author Keith Ayoob, associate professor emeritus at Albert Einstein…
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Mindful eating may help people with high blood pressure stick to heart-healthy diet, study reveals
03 Nov 2023 — Practicing mindfulness focused on healthy eating helped study participants with elevated blood pressure adhere better to the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet. Though this diet is known to lower blood pressure, adherence is typically low. During an eight-week program, 201 participants were divided into a “usual care” control group…
