Gestational diabetes is like any other diabetes and is usually seen to develop around the 20th week of pregnancy. The placenta which is connected to the blood supply produces hormones which block insulin and lead to an increase in blood sugar. This is not good for baby’s health. The ill-effects of this diabetes can be controlled during pregnancy by eating healthy and exercising. Taking prescribed medicines on time will also help.

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Cravings for food increases when you avoid eating food and we all know they lead us in an unhealthy manner. You may then overeat whenever you sit to eat. Your blood sugar level gets affected with untimely meals and you may even faint when your body lacks resources to help you function normally. Your energy levels may decrease, you will lose focus on work as you might constantly think about food and your productivity gets affected. Your body tends to store excess fat it enters starvation mode. Hence, it is not advisable to stay hungry.

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Ketosis is a state of metabolism where ketones become the primary source of energy for the brain and entire body. This happens when insulin and carb intake levels are very low. The brain uses ketones for energy when it does not get enough glucose. Ketogenic diets can help you reduce epileptic seizures in children effectively. Also, studies show that ketogenic diet is more effective in weight loss than low-fat diets. However, some people may experience side effects like bad breath, constipation, and headache with its consumption.

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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.

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A Mediterranean diet which is high in veggies, fruits, fish and unrefined foods might lower the risk of stroke and heart attack in people who are already suffering from heart diseases. Research emphasized the point that consuming healthy food was comparatively more important than avoiding unhealthy food such as Western Diet. Research confirmed that eating more Mediterranean food led to fewer heart attacks than eating less of it after studying for 4 years.

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Just a little change can improve your health in the long run. For example, when you’re eating out, ask for mashed side dishes like mashed carrots, potatoes, celery and cauliflowers instead of a side of greasy fries. If you don’t like mashed ones, try the baked ones, or in fact, go for baked snacks. Try yogurt dressings instead of oily salad dressings because yogurt adds an extra zing to food and is anyways healthy. Substitute wheat flour with buckwheat or oatmeal flour which is healthier. Replace ordinary salt with Rock Salt which is extremely good for fasts.

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Health and Fitness experts provide following tips for proper digestion and feeling less bloated. Avoid packaged foods which contain “Sugar Alcohol” which are Low-Digestible Carbs and not absorbed by the small intestine. Take certain digestive herbs like mint, fennel and peppermint oil which provide relief to the muscles of the digestive tract. You should restrict sodium intake and start consuming more water at work. Replacing coffee with green tea is one of the healthiest ways to go forward. Apart from this, eating slowly, trying a dairy detox and exercising your abs is also recommended.

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The military diet claims to help you lose about 4kg in just a week and is a very popular diet as it does not ask you to buy any additional supplement or food. It is a low-calorie weight loss diet. The first three days of this diet gives you a set meal plan, while the other 4 days have fewer restrictions but still encourage you to consume only healthy food and fewer calories. The military diet is mostly safe for healthy people, however, it should be followed for an extended time period as it only gives temporary benefits and makes you gain weight again faster.

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As compared to men, the risk of getting affected by certain diseases is much higher in women as they grow older. Nutrition is anyways important throughout the life. However, it is important for women to maintain a healthy weight and a BMI of 25. To help them maintain the overall health and strengthen the immune system, a nutritionist has advised consuming more fruits and veggies, higher intake of calcium, and staples. It is also recommended to consume more food from animals like eggs, nuts, seeds, cheese and milk, or have a balanced diet.

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Magnesium is a vital mineral as it is involved in a number of chemical reactions in our body which contribute to overall health and well-being, and yet people fail to reach the daily recommended intake. Food items which are rich in magnesium include nuts, seeds, avocados, dark chocolate, legumes, fatty fish, tofu, leafy green veggies, and bananas. Health experts advise us to eat foods which are rich in magnesium because it leads to improved health and immune system.

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Healthy eating and beauty trends continuously undergo changes which are very alarming. Wrong eating habits have hazardous effects on our health lifestyle. Listening to the opinions of experts, many health conscious people started avoiding fatty foods to keep themselves from consuming dietary fats and then the concept of removing carbs from our diet gained popularity. This led food corporations to cunningly inject more sugar and more salt in products that were supposed to be Healthy. Hence, it is advised to consume home made food over any processed food.

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Do you think your metabolism is stuck in slow-mo, creating a distance between you and your fitness dream? These ten simple lifestyle changes can help your body increase its metabolic rate. Consuming Protein rich foods, Spicy food, Oolong Tea, Coldwater, Coffee and using coconut oil for cooking can upsurge your metabolic rate. Standing more often, lifting heavy things, inducing a high-intensity workout in your regime and not discounting your nap can do wonders on your metabolism.

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Ketogenic diets and low-carb diets are similar in various ways. Although, as the name suggests, the former leads to a substantial increase in the blood levels of ketones and provides comparatively fewer carbs. A myth says that to provide the brain with sufficient energy, one must consume 130g of carbs/day. In a low-carb diet, up to 70% of the brain is fueled by ketones and the rest by glucose produced in the liver. However, both these diets have many other health benefits for improving brain functioning in adults.

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Summer is here! As usual, we see an increase in the mercury levels and in the number of people suffering from heat stroke and dehydration. According to the nutritionists, seasonal foods and a lot of purified and boiled water should be consumed. Our body loses a lot of essential nutrients due to excessive sweating which causes a headache, blood pressure fluctuations, fever, rapid heartbeat and drying of skin. So seasonal vegetables and fruits such as muskmelons and watermelons are internally refreshing. Juices of Amla and Aloe, chaach, lime juice, faloodas, coconut water, etc. are the best bet.

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According to the dieticians, cinnamon has a lot to offer to people such as if it is consumed with warm water, early in the morning, can help greatly in weight loss. Cinnamon reduces the insulin resistance in the body which helps to cure PCOS or Type II Diabetes. Cinnamon is an insect repellant, it has antiviral, antifungal and anti-bacterial properties which prevent food spoilage and kills stomach bugs. It improves blood glucose control. It also has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which help in reducing headaches and arthritis pain. Cinnamon also has anti-carcinogenic properties and it helps to slow the growth of cancer cells.

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Even as the Union health minister made a pitch for vegetarian food by counting on its health benefits, the doctors said that a well-balanced diet which is rich in all nutrients is key to healthy life. While most of the doctors agree to and recommend a vegetarian diet consisting of fruits and cereals which are beneficial to health, some of the doctors argue that vegetarians are completely deprived of certain essential diet components such as Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin B12 which help in strengthening muscles and brain nerves. However, several studies in India and abroad observe that vegetarians are less prone to heart diseases, cancers and obesity.

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According to a research, a continuous classical practice of ballet dancing and meditation improves the wisdom of people. The study was conducted on a bunch of participants who practiced meditation, vipassana, and mindfulness, and it was found that they had more wisdom and peace of mind than those who didn't practice. Meditation is a proven and effective stress buster and pain reliever technique which also helps reducing anxiety. Nevertheless, the more these people practiced ballet and meditation, the higher they scored on psychological traits which are associated with wisdom.

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People on weight losing diet need not hate carbs because we all need them to live. carbs are definitely not evil. There are many healthy ways to include carbs in your diet and enjoy this macronutrient while trying to lose weight. Timing is a crucial factor here. Consume carb containing foods like fruit juices, cereals and sugary foods during the breakfast because that is when your body's glucose tolerance is highest. Have low-GI fruits and veggies as much as you want. Choose wet carbs over white carbs which help to fight carb cravings.

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Fruits help significantly in maintaining weight because of their rich fibre content which helps in regulating bowel movements, aids in digestion and improves metabolism. This keeps you full for a long time and helps you maintain your weight. This is due to the presence of high level of flavonoids in these fruits which are a natural compound and adds a vibrant color to the food we eat. It is extremely popular for its antioxidant properties and anti-inflammatory health benefits. The risk of cancer, diabetes, hypertension and several cardiovascular diseases can be reduced by maintaining weight.

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For shedding some pounds, it does not matter whether what kind of diet you follow, but if you want to improve your cholesterol levels, you must follow a high fat and walnut-rich diet. The data conducted from six-month study effectively proves that a diet which is high in fats, low in carbohydrates, rich in walnuts and the polyunsaturated fatty acids had a good impact on body’s lipid levels. It lowered the levels of low-density lipoproteins which are bad cholesterols and increased the levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL), good cholesterols. Hence, it will only be healthier to add Walnuts in your regular diet.

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