The first human test of eTRF (early Time-Restricted Feeding) shows that meal-timing strategy might reduce swings in hunger and can alter fat and carbs burning patterns. In eTRF, individuals are supposed to eat their last meal in mid-afternoon and then nothing until breakfast next morning. In a new study which was presented at Obesity Week 2016, researchers suggested that eating during a smaller window of time than people are habituated to may aid in weight loss.

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Some experts claim that it is a fact that there is actually no physiological need for breakfast. It does not boost metabolism and it is not very special compared to other meals. There is a phenomenon is known as the thermic effect of food which means digesting a meal slightly raises metabolism. However, frequent meals may increase the risk of colon cancer and skipping meals has quite a lot health benefits to offer. Hence, eat if you are hungry and don’t you are not but eat healthily.

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Long ago there used to be something known as the family time where people of the family would sit together, pray to god for food and eat together unlike today where some of our really cannot leave digital screens while eating. People used to consume healthy unprocessed food items like rice, chappatis and other grains which signify why they stayed longer and healthier. Besides, they used to sit on the floor and eat. According to science, bending at least thrice a day is good for health in the long run. Also, there has to be a fixed time of day for every meal.

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Rice water is full of carbohydrates, nutrients, and essential amino acids and people have used it for several health benefits across the globe. Nowadays, we often throw it away unaware of its medicinal properties that aids in various diseases. Rice water is known to prevent dehydration, constipation, Alzheimer’s disease, Viral infection and Cancer. It also helps in treating Diarrhoea. It is a great source of energy and also protects from the sun.

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According to science, our stomach tends to know when we will eat and starts releasing digestive juices at that time and if you drink water at the very same time, the digestive juices are diluted in the water and it hinders them from breaking down food. As a result, less juice is supplied to digest your food and undigested food gets leaked into the system which leads to heartburn and acid reflux. Drinking water during meals also increases insulin levels of your body. The healthy way is to have a glass of water thirty minutes before a meal.

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Breakfast should be so nutritional that it keeps you active throughout the day. Some food items of our routine are not up to the mark like Jam bread is not healthy for a morning meal. Similarly, Processed Meat - because it contains nitrates which are said to cause certain types of cancers. Same goes to burgers and sugary juices, desserts or anything made of refined flour and sugar. As healthier alternatives, try vegetable juices as you need energy and nutrients in the morning and not sugar spike and crash. Grains which contain gluten should be avoided according to experts.

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Child Nutrition Reauthorization has been pursued by Congress. But how will schools operate the food departments with only a $3 lunch reimbursement rate and how can a balance in living wages for staffs with good-quality food for students be ensured? It's a challenge to the Congress to realize how wages, the economy and immigration reforms affect the children’s food.

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Eating healthy meals doesn’t mean they don’t taste good, says Sara Wells, a blogger at Our Best Bites. Eating healthy doesn’t limit the food groups you can eat. It’s just that it is used in smart ways. Her advice for any family that is working toward health goals is to stockpile the fridge and pantry with food and mentally prepare your meals a few hours early.

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