Health Topics
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Are Iron Fortified Millets a Solution to Malnutrition Issues?
According to a research study published in the Journal of Nutrition, pearl millet that has been bred to have high levels of iron can fulfill the daily iron needs in young children. Pearl millet is a popular staple item in semi-arid regions such as Africa and India. In India, approximately 45 to 50 million people…
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Eat Fruit to Prevent Diabetes
According to a study presented in the British Journal of Medicine, consumption of fruit is a means of lowering diabetes risk. Drinking fruit juices on the other hand, can increase the risk of diabetes. The most effective fruits have been found to be blueberries, which cut diabetes risk by about 26%. This is unlike other…
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How to Make Frozen Foods Healthier
Over the last few decades, there has been an increase in the number of employed couples who juggle between meeting work deadlines and the daily household chores. Such couples rarely have time to prepare fresh meals on a daily basis. This is where frozen foods come in handy. These include foods such as pizza and…
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Reducing Sugar Intake
Sugars are naturally found in foods like milk and fruits. There is no need to reduce the consumption of such naturally occurring sugars. It is evident that sugars also serve as additives in a broad range of food items including cakes, sweets, chocolates, cookies, juice drinks and soft drinks. We need to aim at reducing…
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Tips to Reduce the Risk of Foodborne Disease
Food-related illnesses have been on the rise over the last several years. There are a number of safety measures that can be helpful in minimizing the skyrocketing rate of such illnesses. Following some of the tips below may help avoid this problem. Cleaning It is essential to wash hands with water and a mild soap…
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Are Low-Calorie Sweeteners Effective in Weight Management?
An increasing number of Americans have turned to low-calorie diet and drinks as an effective tool to losing weight and maintaining weight loss. Recently, an article was published claiming that low-calorie sweeteners have the negative impact of weakening people’s response to sweet tastes. The belief is that when the body wants sugar but receives a…
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The Controversy Surrounding the Use of Coconut Oil
Coconut is one of the key ingredients used in Indian cuisine and several other foods. However, the use of coconut oil has raised a controversy because it is believed to be saturated fat. For this reason, proponents and opponents of coconut oil have emerged. Proponents of coconut oil have cited a number of health benefits…
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A Healthy Diet and Food Variety
Food variety entails consumption of a wide range of foods across and within each of the food groups, in the right amounts. Eating a variety of foods helps in maintaining an interesting and healthy diet that provides sufficient nutrition. Additionally, consuming different foods can help in preventing diseases like cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Each…
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