Inflammation is the body’s natural response to safeguard against foreign bacteria, viruses, and infection. When it senses a threat, the body will trigger the release of chemicals and white blood cells (our body’s germ fighters). Avoiding these 15 foods may greatly reduce and soothe the inflammatory response.
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There’s definitely nothing sweet about diabetes, as it can lead to a number of other health complications. However, while monitoring your blood sugar, you can reduce the impact of diabetes by making different diet choices.
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These nutrients are considered “essential” not only because the body needs them to perform its day-to-day functions, but also because it can’t produce them its own. They must be obtained through food sources or supplements. We look at 13 essential nutrients and why the body needs them.
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Fat gets a bad rap. You likely know by now that fats come in a few categories—good vs. bad fats, and saturated vs. unsaturated vs. Trans vs. monounsaturated varieties. In reality, fat has long shed its evil reputation in the rise of health experts touting the good in foods like avocado and coconut oil. However, it can often go the other extreme and lead to a whole lot of BIG fat lies (or myths).
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