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The Lettuce List: Unpacking the Health Benefits of Lettuce and Its Varieties
The Lettuce List: Unearthing the Nutritional Powerhouse The Lettuce List is a groundbreaking initiative shedding light on the remarkable health benefits of lettuce. It is an extensive compilation of the nutritional potency of various types of lettuce, emphasizing the wealth of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants found in this leafy green vegetable. The list not only…
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How to detox like the rich after Christmas
Throughout my life I’ve toggled between extremes: making a mess (regular overeating or binges) then a vigorous clean-up (ultra-hardcore diets). It’s not all grim compulsion – I also passionately love food, exploring cuisines, and good wine. But my relationship to nourishment, and my body, is unbalanced; the only healthy constant throughout my adult life has…
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Prebiotics in plant-based foods may help control unhealthy eating
Science has shown that a healthy gut can make beneficial changes in the brain and vice versa, via a connection known as the gut-brain axis. A healthy gut requires good amounts of probiotics (beneficial bacteria), which grow by feeding off prebiotics, compounds found in plant fiber. A new study suggests prebiotics have a role in…
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New Year’s Eve drinking: BU nutrition professor breaks down what makes a healthy holiday pour
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Rice, wheat today has less nutritional quality, more toxic elements than 50 years ago: Study
Rice and wheat form the cornerstone of food security and nutrition for people in India, providing over 50 percent of their daily energy needs. Over the past 50 years, since the Green Revolution in India, numerous high-yielding varieties of rice and wheat have been introduced, with only a select few recognised as landmark cultivars —…
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AI chatbot can be a useful and convenient tool for providing nutritional information but cannot replace nutritionists: JAMA
AI chatbot useful tool for providing nutritional information but cannot replace nutritionists: JAMA We use cookies for analytics, advertising and to improve our site. You agree to our use of cookies by continuing to use our site. To know more, see our Cookie Policy and Cookie Settings.Ok
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5 nutritional deficiencies linked to mood swings and irritability | The Times of India
According to Archana Singhal, counselor, family therapist, founder, Mindwell Counsel, “This element in nutrition works like a natural tranquilizer, calming the nervous system and promoting relaxation. When your magnesium levels drop, you may feel anxious, depressed, or even irritable. Pumpkin seeds, almonds, dark chocolate, and leafy greens are your magnesium-rich friends in the fight against…
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Time running out for Nebraska to opt into child nutrition program
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – One man has made it his mission for more than a week to protest outside of Governor Jim Pillen’s Lincoln mansion in favor of the $18 million in grocery benefits aimed at children in need. Paul Feilmann wants Pillen to enroll Nebraska in the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (S-EBT). The pandemic-era…
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Harnessing the Nutritional Power of Mushrooms in Winter
As winter sets in, finding ways to stay healthy and nutrient-filled can become a bit more challenging. However, there’s one easily accessible and versatile food that is not only a perfect fit for the season but also packs a wealth of health benefits – the humble mushroom. Mushrooms offer a warm, earthy flavor that complements…
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Unveiling the Numerous Health Benefits of Asparagus
Asparagus, often recognized for its long, slender spears, is a superfood that brims with essential nutrients. The impressive list of nutrients includes vitamins A, C, K, potassium, and dietary fiber. But the benefits of asparagus are not only confined to its nutrient content. This green vegetable plays a significant role in bolstering immunity, boosting digestion,…