Lifestyle
A study found eating food items which are rich in Omega-3s can help you compensate harmful effects of consuming sugar. Omega-3 fatty acid which is also known as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) apparently reverses the harmful changes produced by fructose from sugar and sugary foods. This fatty acid does not just push one or two genes but the entire gene pattern is reversed back to normal.
A polyunsaturated oil, Grapeseed oil is chemically extracted from grape seeds after making wine. It is said that if this oil is consumed in large quantity, it can interfere with the absorption of other nutrients. It lacks in Vitamins C and K, Potassium and copper when compared to eating raw grapes. Grapeseed oil should not be the primary source of fat in your diet. There is less scientific evidence that supports that the oil is healthy. However, it is safe for consumption given its nutritional profile.
If you want to gain effectively, follow these 5 steps effectively. Consume foods rich in proteins and calories. Don’t compromise on physical activity. However, avoid doing cardio. Keep a track of calories you are consuming. Get proper sleep as the body builds the muscle even when you are sleeping. Avoid drinking water before or during meals as it fills the stomach and makes it difficult to absorb calories.
According to a study, women who work a couple of years of rotating night shifts are 15% more likely of developing coronary heart diseases which are very common. Smoking, poor diet, lack of physical activity, excessive intake of caffeine for staying up late, and elevated BMI are some of the risk factors contributing to CHD. These women also showed reports confirming chest pain related CHD and other heart issues.
Foot and Leg cramps occur involuntarily and are not in our control. They may be caused due to muscle fatigue, dehydration, diabetes, nerve problems, pregnancy, and medications. Applying a heating pad or ice can relax the cramps by easing inflammation. Drinking water regularly or staying hydrated can help to some extent. Getting enough magnesium in your diet is also advisable. Stretching also helps certain times when cramps occur out of nowhere. Apart from that, get a massage, wear comfortable shoes or toe stretchers to treat cramps easily.
For the first time, scientists have found a gene that can explain as to why some people appear younger and youthful than other people at the same age. Apparently there is a gene called MC1R and variation in it can bring out that difference. This effect and process of the body can be controlled and maintained with the consumption of ginger. There are a lot of other benefits as well of consuming ginger on a regular basis in your diet.
One of the significant flaws of the modern diet is that it lacks fiber. Whole plant foods have lead to heavily processed products that lose most of their fiber content. There is a lot of evidence which supports that low-fiber diet can adversely affect the gut microbiota. This ultimately leads to the development of several chronic lifestyle diseases. Dietary fiber plays an important role for the good bacteria living in your gut and helps you to preserve a healthy gut microbiota. Hence, there should be a regular intake of fiber in your diet.
When your body is unable to transport sugar from the blood into cells, it leads to high blood sugars. The easiest ways to ensure effectiveness of this process is to exercise regularly, control your carb intake, increase fiber intake, stay hydrated, eat smaller portions, consume foods with low GI, manage stress, get quality sleep, eat foods rich in chromium and magnesium, try ACV, eat fenugreek seeds, and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.
A new study claims that by sniffing the aroma of rosemary oil can possibly improve the brainpower or memory of elderly people. Researchers have focused on prospective memory which refers to the ability of the mind to remember certain events that are going to occur in future and to complete the ongoing tasks at particular times. With respect to mood, rosemary substantially improved alertness and lavender increased calmness and contentedness.