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Eating This Low-Carb Summer Fruit May Also Prevent Cancer – Health Digest
Jackf/Getty Images If you’re craving a delicious low-carb fruit that’s a whole boatload of refreshing on a hot summer day, you don’t have to look any further than peaches. Rich in antioxidants and essential minerals and nutrients, a medium-sized peach only has 58 calories and 14 grams […]
Eating Avocado Oil Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol – Health Digest
Maria Korneeva/Getty Images For years, home cooks relied on butter, lard, and other animal fats to keep food from sticking to pans. But as concerns about calories and heart health grew, non-stick cookware and cooking sprays became popular alternatives. Fast forward to today, and there’s a renewed […]
The Popular Melon You Should Avoid Eating At A Continental Breakfast Buffet – Health Digest
Djordje Krstic/Getty Images If you’ve ever stayed at a hotel, you’ve probably encountered the classic continental breakfast spread. It’s a quick and convenient way to fuel up before a day of meetings or sightseeing. You’ll often see coffee, tea, yogurt, pastries, and maybe some cold cereals available […]
Seeds You Should Be Eating If You Need More Zinc And Magnesium – Health Digest
Jack Frog/Shutterstock Balancing all your nutritional needs can seem like a full-time job, especially since not all foods contain all the nutrients you need. (Here are some foods you probably thought were healthy, but actually aren’t.) But as far as healthy diet additions go, seeds are a […]
Feeling Sleepy After Eating Could Say A Lot About Your Blood Sugar – Health Digest
Amnaj Khetsamtip/Shutterstock Everyone can relate to that late-afternoon slump. You’re working at your desk and notice some brain fog or perhaps dozing off. You may even notice the same thing after you eat a Thanksgiving meal or a huge buffet. A few hours later, you’re desperate for […]
Eating Cabbage Every Day Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Risk Of Cancer (But There’s A Catch) – Health Digest
Kate Wieser/Getty Images Cabbage is probably not at the top of most people’s list of favorite foods, but you may find it added to some of your go-to dishes. Cabbage provides the base of coleslaw recipes that complement spicy barbecue sandwiches. Cabbage fills your egg rolls and […]
The Healthy Vegetable You Should Avoid Eating At A Continental Breakfast Buffet – Health Digest
Miljko/Getty Images You wake in a comfy hotel bed. You’re relaxed. You’re rested. And you’re ready to head to the continental breakfast buffet. Who could blame you? Having a smorgasbord of morning nibbles makes traveling even better. But be careful about what you put on your plate, […]
Not Eating These Proteins Can Increase Your Early Death Risk – Health Digest
Prostock-studio/Shutterstock It’s very hard to understate the importance of protein in one’s diet. Protein is an important building block for your body, with everything from muscles and bones to your hair and fingernails benefiting from it. It also helps keep the body oxygenated thanks to a protein […]
Eating Prickly Pear Fruit Is High In Magnesium (And Has An Unexpected Effect On Your Cholesterol) – Health Digest
Fadel Dawod/Getty Images Magnesium is essential to keeping your body functioning normally. The mineral plays a part in multiple systematic processes, not the least of which are your energy levels, bone strength, and heart. But as can happen with all necessary nutrients, magnesium levels can start to tank. […]
What It Means If Eating Sourdough Bread Gives You Acid Reflux – Health Digest
Ljupco Smokovski/Shutterstock Anyone can get the occasional bout of acid reflux. And acid reflux can cause uncomfortable symptoms such as a hot, burning sensation in the throat or pain in the chest. However, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, up to […]