Diet and health
It is widely known that diet can influence our health, both positively and negatively. Read my blog to get updated about the latest news in diet and health.
Also called “agave nectar” to make it sound like a more valuable product, agave syrup is yet another example of several attempts by food producers to make a sugar look “healthy” just because it has a lower GI. But what is agave? The agave plant grows natively in the southern US and Latin America. In
If you’re planning to commit the perfect crime and kill your fussy, noisy neighbor with some arsenic you ordered on Amazon, you may be interested to know that it is easier than previously thought. Indeed, the most effective way to poison someone with arsenic is to serve the unfortunate soul a generous portion of your
Osteoporosis in Men Osteoporosis is a public health problem in men too, although they are often not informed about this. About 20% of all hip fractures occur in men, and the incidence of vertebral fractures is about half compared to those in women. However, morbidity and mortality for fractured vertebra and femoral are higher than
With its mesmerizing blue waters and amazing landscape, Malta is certainly the paradise for swimmers and scenic beauty fanatics. It’s a pretty tiny island with heavenly sights and breathtaking beaches. Besides natural beauty, the reduced tax rate and pleasant climate also make this place an attractive destination for digital nomads looking for a place to work
WHO’s decision to classify processed meat (such as cold cuts, sausages, and canned meat) as “carcinogenic” and red meat (such as beef, veal, and pork) as “probable carcinogenic” was no surprise. What wasn’t as expected was the reaction (both positive and negative) from around the world. Generally, people fall into one of two camps: those
You may have tried your best to lose weight, but have not seen the results you desire. The important thing is that you are continually trying to eat nutritionally beneficial foods and increase your health and mobility. In your goal to lose weight, you have probably researched nutritional considerations. Unfortunately, there is a great deal
Do you suspect gluten is the cause of your health issues? Do you suffer from symptoms like weight gain, lethargy, and gastrointestinal problems and think gluten may be the problem? Maybe you think you might even have Celiac Disease? If you’ve been bothered by health issues and believe gluten could be the source them, read
Schools are uniquely positioned to promote consumption of healthy food as well as to teach cooking skills. The provision of healthy food ensures that the students eat what they learn about healthy eating in the classroom[1]. Better food at school can also have positive impact on students’ performances[2]. On the other hand, the ability to
It is often said that being overweight results from an imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure. When more food energy is consumed than is needed, excess fat accumulates in the fat cells in the adipose tissue. Scientists define this situation as an imbalance in the energy balance. But what is energy balance? And what happens in