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Low-Glycemic Diet vs. Low-Carb Diet: Which Is Healthier?
Millions of Americans go on a diet each year for various reasons, whether it's to better manage a health condition or simply a desire to feel better in one’s own skin. As you begin to consider the endless list of diets on the internet, you might ask yourself: Is this one actually healthy for me?
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Longevity
7-Day No-Sugar, Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan for Weight Loss, Created by a Dietitian
If you have weight-loss goals, you may be surprised to hear that it’s a bit more complicated than simple math. While calories in/calories out has long been touted as the simple weight-loss solution, we know that factors like chronic inflammation, lack of sleep, genetics, stress and hormones can impact body weight maintenance.
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Lifehack
"Oatzempic" Is TikTok's Latest Weight-Loss Trend—Here's What a Dietitian Thinks
Weight-loss trends have been circulating for decades, ranging from fad diets to medications. This includes Ozempic, a medication intended for those with diabetes to lower their blood sugar that may also aid in weight loss.
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Longevity
Cheesy Asparagus Chicken Cutlets Deliver 32 Grams of Protein
Nutrition Notes Is Asparagus Good for You? Despite it making your pee smell, asparagus is loaded with nutrition. It provides fiber, vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, chromium and potassium. It even provides some plant-based protein and is loaded with antioxidants. Eating asparagus has been shown to support healthy blood pressure and brain health. Compounds in these green spears may help protect against and fight certain types of cancer.
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Lifehack
High-Protein Black Bean Breakfast Bowl (No Eggs)
As a dietitian with more than 10 years of experience, one challenge I consistently see my clients facing is making time for breakfast. And I get it. When we’re juggling work, family and life, mornings can feel like a blur. And while it’s tempting to hit the snooze button and just grab a coffee instead of eating a balanced breakfast, those few extra minutes of sleep might not be worth the blood-sugar roller coaster and energy slump later on.
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Lifehack
Eating avocados can maintain blood sugar levels and promote balanced nutrition
How healthy is the avocado really? "Avocados are just as healthy as other vegetables, but they can't compete with cabbage, for example. Their high fat content gives them a special role, because we can replace traditional bread toppings such as sausage or cheese with an avocado spread. This saves our body from not only saturated fats, but also from too much salt. Avocados are also eaten raw, which preserves sensitive vitamins such as folic acid," explains Dagmar von Cramm.
By Kaly Johnes2 months ago in Lifehack
Beyond Bananas: 16 Potassium-Rich Foods
Potassium flies under the radar. Most people don’t think much about this unappreciated mineral, if they think about it at all. But it’s an important nutrient (essential, even), and you may not be getting nearly enough of it.
By Kaly Johnes3 months ago in Lifehack
Women’s Day: Why women need more protein than men
Adult women should be having about 0.8 to 1 gram of protein daily for every kilogram of body weight. But the classic mistake they make is to eat more carbohydrates than proteins, the adequate intake of which is necessary for absorption of all macro and micro-nutrients. Pregnant and lactating women need a higher dose of protein —1.522 g/kg of body weight.
By Kaly Johnes3 months ago in Longevity
Ramadan and Lent fasts could have cardiovascular benefits
ood abstinence is all the rage when it comes to health and wellbeing, it seems. Wherever you look, from the UK’s prime minister, Rishi Sunak, to Hollywood celebrities like Thor star Chris Hemsworth, someone’s extolling the virtues of fasting for mind and body.
By Kaly Johnes3 months ago in Longevity