While much of our dietary focus goes into what we eat, it’s just as important to be mindful of what we drink. Image for illustration purposes Mega Doctor News – Advertisement – By Orith Farago / UT Health San Antonio A July 2023 report by USA Facts noted that Americans have more than 500 beverage choices, according to estimates…
Food is medicine if we eat right. What we put on the plate decides the way our body functions and moves. When we eat right, it shows – physically, mentally and also emotionally. The correct balance when it comes to having a healthy dietary pattern ensures overall wellbeing. Also read | Dietary guidelines that promote…
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC), is one of the top three most common cancers in Guam. It affects many people, especially CHamoru and Filipino families. Recent studies by the University of Guam and the University of Hawaii Cancer Center found that more younger adults – and in particular, CHamorus – are being…
These days, life moves fast, and juggling a busy schedule with healthy eating can feel tough. That said, staying on top of your nutrition and wellbeing doesn’t have to be a struggle. With a few easy changes to your daily routine, you can make room for good food, fitness, and self-care-even when you are always…
Living alone? There’s a lot to love – you get to eat what you want, when you want and no one is around to judge your food choices. But living solo does come with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to eating healthily. Without the routine of shared meals, it’s super easy…
Eating a popular breakfast food could help lower your risk of dementia, according to research. A study found that eating more than one of these each week could reduce your chances of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Dementia is a progressive syndrome that affects almost one million people in the UK. The condition causes the gradual deterioration of…
First they drop the onions into the pot. Then in go the chickpeas and garlic cloves, all under the watchful eyes of chef Luis Montoya. For a group of women in Miami, Florida, mostly mothers and grandmothers, this one-pot meal can solve a challenge: how do you prepare easy and affordable healthy meals in a…
Recent animal studies have indicated that acrylamide, found in starchy foods cooked at high temperatures like bread, could be a cancer-causing carcinogen, especially if the food is burnt somewhat. However, Cancer Research UK experts suggest the connection between cancer and charcoal-like toast isn’t as straightforward as some might think. They clarified: “Good quality studies of…
A leading heart specialist has revealed the top three foods to avoid for those aiming to slash their cholesterol levels, branding one particularly common item as a “cholesterol bomb”. Dr Steven Lome, who recently featured on the Physicians Committee podcast, highlighted the dietary villains that could wreak havoc on cholesterol balance. It’s crucial to distinguish…
Toast, cereal and pastries are breakfast staples for millions of Britons, but a nutritionist has warned they may lead to fatigue, brain fog and cravings. Health coach Steve Bennett explained that ultra-processed carbohydrates like white bread and sugary cereals lack fibre and are digested rapidly into sugar. This can lead to blood sugar spikes which…