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Make Nutritious Millets Bhakri Using These Kitchen Secrets – Nutritionist Shares

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When we kick off our fitness journey, a lot of things get changed, which includes our eating habits. We have to quit eating the scrumptious samosas, ditch the sugary drinks, and raucously give up late-night snacks. In bid to get healthier, these foods are often replaced with more nutritious options such as granola and protein bars, muesli, oats, and multigrain bread. While these healthy food items are easily available in the market, we run out of options when it comes to preparing something nutritious at home. But, you need not worry as your kitchen has everything you would need in

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A cardiologist says coconut oil in plant-based foods can spike cholesterol levels, even if you think you’re eating healthy

Violin04/02/2023 44 Views

a person in a grocery store aisle reading a food label — Not everything in the health food aisle is good for your heart — many vegan processed foods contain lots of coconut oil and can raise cholesterol levels, according to a cardiologist.Aja Koska/Getty Images

Eating more plant-based foods can lead to a healthier diet, but too much processed food can backfire.
A cardiologist said plant-based processed foods often contain coconut oil which can raise cholesterol levels.
Coconut oil has a higher saturated fat than butter, which can make it a less healthy choice for your heart.

Seemingly healthy plant-based foods can actually raise your cholesterol levels, thanks to a surprising

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7 ‘Healthy’ Foods That Are Worse Than Candy, Say Dietitians

Violin15/01/2023 47 Views

It feels like a million different types of food get marketed as “healthy” nowadays. Many of these items have tangible lifestyle benefits and come packed with vitamins, minerals and other positive nutrients that make a huge difference in your diet. Other foods find ways to cut down on calories, salt, sugar, and fat, offering up a more wholesome alternative to traditional versions. You might never guess that some of these foods marketed as “healthy” are actually worse for you than candy.

To figure out which foods do less nutritionally good for our bodies than candy, it’s important to understand why

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Food-insecure households spend 20% more on health care

Violin12/01/2023 58 Views

It’s well-known that people who struggle to afford food or get enough to eat often have more health issues. A new study published in the journal Health Affairs found that families suffering from food insecurity also spend more on health care than families with reliable access to food — about 20% more.

There are a lot of reasons that being food insecure can compromise your health.

“If you’re worried about having enough food, if you have sort of a limited food budget, you often have to rely on sort of low-cost, cheaper, less healthy food options,” said Dr. Deepak Palakshappa,

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Technology companies are proving to be the great equalizer

Violin09/01/2023 128 Views

[Part 1 of a 12-Part Series]

Healthcare is rife with significant challenges that can in some cases be minimized at the very minimum and in most cases be eliminated by the use of technology. The 12-part series begins by elaborating on macro-level challenges that the healthcare industry is starting to address with technology to stem the bleeding/reverse the onset of more severe complications.

Challenge 1: Supply and demand

Healthcare service delivery provisioning across the globe is starkly marked by the lack of adequate supply of qualified clinicians and specialists. This situation has been significantly exacerbated in the post pandemic new

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Health and Wellness-Themed Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day

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As the battle against coronavirus continues, health and wellness have become a top priority. And as Mother’s Day is fast approaching, what better gift to give to mothers in your life than something that will help them stay on top of their health.

Health-conscious or not, I’m sure your mom, wife, grandmother, sister or friend will put these health-inspired gift ideas for good use. The list isn’t just about good food and fitness, it also includes gifts that will take care of their mental and emotional health too.

Self-Care and Healthy Living Book

First on my list is the book

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