It is not a hidden fact that having meals at the wrong time of the day have negative impacts on learning, cognitive brain functions and memory. No wonder night shift workers gain 10-15 kgs every year. According to the studies, hunger pangs in the late evening lead to a tendency of eating heavy meals at night and this tendency could add the rise of obesity. Hence, it suggested that every individual should have fixed meal schedule according to the routine.

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The kids have become more social than ever with more and events and parties coming up which eventually increases their consumption of sweets and sugary products. Sugar, in excess, is bad for children’s teeth, concentration, metabolism, energy and fitness growth. So how should parents tackle this and regulate sweets for their sweet? Try teaching and not just telling, prepare them and dn’t expect, savour it do not sweeten, pack but never attack! Click on ‘reference’ below to know in details.

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There exist a lot of misconceptions in the world about what-to-have and what-not-to-have in the breakfast every morning but sugary cereals top the unhealthy breakfast list. Before you buy a cereal for your healthy breakfast, make sure you properly read the ingredients list. Foods like jam are completely unhealthy for a morning meal and must be replaced with foods like butter. Cereal bars, jam on toast, cereal drinks, and sweetened porridge are some of the popular breakfast options you should avoid.

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Fish is a rich source of protein, micronutrients, healthy fats and is considered as one of the healthiest foods you can eat. But the flip side is, larger and long-lived fish also come with a high level of mercury which is toxic. High levels of mercury is known to affect the neurological function and heart health of humans. There are various ways listed on how to eat fish safely which lower the risk of health issues. However, the health benefits outweigh the negative impact on consuming fish.

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Once the food is dropped on the floor, it does not matter how quickly you pick it up, it is not safe and healthy for your consumption at all. This contradicts the widespread notion of picking up the food and eating within a 5-second window. Researchers carried experiments on various types of surfaces have concluded that moisture, contact time, and type of surface, all add to cross-contamination and in some cases, even within a second. They have warned that bacteria contaminates instantly.

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Due to unhygienic conditions of the kitchen where the food is cooked and due to lack of knowledge of the quality of ingredients used in cooking, restaurant food can be very unhealthy. Sometimes the fish is not cleaned, salads & fruits may not be washed well, fruit juices may not be made using fresh fruits etc are some unhealthy scenarios. Top of all, fried foods cause a lot of harm to the body if they are fried using unhealthy, cheap and low-quality cooking oils. Be safe!

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No Kidding! Donkey milk is coming into trend lately because of the following reasons. It is believed to be the kind of animal milk which is closely similar to human breast milk. The National Library of Medicine conducted a few studies which state that donkey milk is able to prevent hardening of arteries and is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids. Further research shows that it is also beneficial in preventing asthma and psoriasis.

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Recently, after a long wait, a study has finally proved that consuming fast food helps in weight loss. The study shows that after two weeks of strict dieting, fitness freaks who were allowed to have one “cheat day” for eating whatever they desire were the people who stuck to their diet plan in the long run. According to the results, the researchers observed that having occasional indulgence makes the dieting more sustainable.

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A Healthy diet and Healthy lifestyle are what the current generation needs for the health of future generations. Some unhealthy foods that can harm your sex life are: Microwave Popcorn - A chemical found in the lining of the bag of popcorn can kill libido and lower sperm counts. Soy - It slashes sperm levels in men and messes with the ovarian function in women. Cheese - made from Cow’s milk contains synthetic hormones which are harmful to oestrogen and testosterone levels.

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There is no denying to the fact that meat is an important part of a balanced diet but one needs to be highly cautious about overeating. The very first reason is that meat provides zero fibre which is not good for health. Secondly, they are loaded with proteins, which is also bad as you may put in more than your body requires and mess your kidneys. So, many nutritionists have made a ground rule that one must eat non-veg but incorporate it in a plant-based diet not vice-a-versa.

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If you cannot stop eating when it comes to your favourite food, maybe you should look out for the symptoms of food addiction. Food addiction is a serious psychological condition that affects people irrespective of gender and age. It can cause several health issues. The symptoms of food addiction include fatigue, nausea, indigestion, lack of control over shopping and wanting to eat alone. Food addiction is highly related to overeating.

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If you want to avoid suffering from a number of lifestyle related disorders and stay healthy then you must follow these basic day-to-day food and health care tips which restrict you from doing certain things after you have just had your meal. These things include smoking, taking a shower, doing heavy exercises, sitting for a long time, eating fruits or drinking tea, and lying down. These things will interfere with your diet process.

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Loss of memory is a very common condition nowadays due to improper diet and significant lifestyle changes. Increased consumption of food rich in saturated fats has led to fat accumulation resulting in impaired memory power. Eating fruits like grapes and oranges which are rich in phosphorous help in recovering memory. Also, having carbs rich diet will boost the cognitive functions of the brain. Have a healthier lifestyle as you age.

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All the vegans are concerned about one thing that whether their diet is providing themselves with enough nutrition. Hence, these are the supplements you need to check in with your diet. Vitamin B12: By consumed fortified foods or taking a supplement. Vitamin D: Vegans who are not able to get enough sun exposure should take a supplement. Omega-3s: Because Vegans have low blood and tissue levels. Iodine: Those who are not getting enough from seaweed or iodized salt. Similarly, vegans who are not getting enough iron and calcium from their diet should consider a supplement

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Khichdi is a popular food/dish in various parts of India. People have been consuming it for various health benefits. Mostly people who are suffering from a celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, add khichdi in their meals as a part of the gluten-free diet as it is highly nutritional and is light on the stomach. It is perfectly balanced in carbs and proteins. It also helps to strengthen the memory and detoxification of the body. Khichdi is good for digestion too.

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Nutrice ice-cream is a new variety of ice-cream which is supposedly a dietary supplementation of Omega-3 fats. These are actually classified by PUFA (Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids). The are beneficial for maintaining good health in elderly people and for brain development in children. This Ice-cream will provide you with your daily dose of nutrition in a very soft and of course, tasty manner.

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Watercress is fully loaded with nutrients and healing properties but unfortunately, it has been forgotten over the generations. A recent study has found that it has been considered as the healthiest vegetable on this planet. Watercress has an abundance of antioxidants and helps to reduce oxidative stress. It stimulates, refreshes and purifies the entire body. You should definitely bring it back to your diet.

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A health watchdog group has reportedly claimed that substantial amounts of metals were found in the products from Hershey’s, Cadbury etc. The group has tested about 50 kinds of chocolate this year and around 35 of them turned out to be positive for illegal levels of cadmium and lead. It is a fact that excess amount of both these metals can cause severe damage to kidney, bones, liver and also neurological damage.

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Sattu is packed with an abundance of health benefits and is considered as a poor man’s protein. The prepping process it goes through helps to retain the maximum nutritional value. It has been proved beneficial for people suffering from diabetes and is good for intestines. It provides you with good amounts of manganese, iron, and magnesium. It has a low sodium content. The commonly made dishes using sattu are parathas, sharbat, litti, upma or even porridge.

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Durian: This fruits has been known for an extremely bad smell and is even banned in some parts of Singapore. Ackee: It has a shape of a human brain and hence is referred to as a vegetable brain. Physalis: This fruit belongs to the nightshade family. It is orange, tomato kind of fruit on the inside and is covered by the husk outside. Jabuticaba: They look likes grapes in purple! All these are used in different parts of te world for different purposes.

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