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Recent Articles by Andreina De Almeida

Can you overdose on vitamin C?

Taking very high doses of vitamin C supplements can lead to digestive symptoms and other health issues. Learn whether you can overdose on vitamin C, the signs of excess intake, possible risks like kidney stones, and when to seek medical advice.

Diets

Fast Metabolism Diet: What to Eat & Meal Plans by Phase

The fast metabolism diet, created by Haylie Pomroy, is a 4-week plan with three weekly phases designed to boost metabolism, burn fat and support weight loss. It outlines foods, sample meal plans and exercise while noting limited scientific evidence and potential risks of rapid weight loss.

Food

Horchata: Health Benefits & How to Make (Free Recipes)

Horchata water, or agua de horchata, is a traditional Mexican drink made with rice, cinnamon, milk, and vanilla. When prepared with lighter ingredients like stevia and skim milk, horchata can fit into a balanced diet and may aid digestion, provide minerals, and support muscle recovery.

Diets

800 Calories a Day: Is It Healthy? (Risks & What to Do Instead)

An 800 calories a day diet is a highly restrictive plan with a low long-term success rate. It often leads to the yo-yo effect, malnutrition, and hormonal imbalances. Healthy weight loss focuses on sustainable habits, balanced nutrition, and regular exercise rather than extreme calorie deficits.

Weight Loss

1500 Calorie Meal Plan (Rules, Food to Eat/Avoid & Free Plan)

A 1500 calorie meal plan is a restrictive dietary approach used for weight loss by reducing daily calories, causing the body to use fat stores for energy. It involves eating five to six small, healthy meals. Consulting a registered dietitian prevents deficiencies that could impact health.

Diseases and Conditions

Dumping Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Dumping syndrome causes nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat after meals, often after stomach or esophageal surgery. Symptoms may appear within 30 minutes or 1–3 hours; treatment includes diet changes and, sometimes, acarbose or octreotide.

Nutrition

Low Iodine Diet: Foods to Eat and Avoid + 3-Day Meal Plan

Low iodine diet: foods to avoid and foods allowed, plus a 3-day meal plan. Often used 1 to 2 weeks before radioactive iodine therapy to help thyroid uptake, with label tips for hidden iodine sources.

Doctor Says

Are microwaves bad for you?

Microwave ovens are generally safe for health when used correctly. This guide explains how non-ionizing radiation heats food without damaging DNA, why microwave cooking may preserve more nutrients than boiling, and the importance of avoiding BPA in plastics to prevent chemical leaching.

Mental Health

Binge Eating: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Binge eating involves episodes of eating large amounts quickly with loss of control, often followed by guilt or shame. Causes may include restrictive dieting and anxiety. Treatment includes psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, exercise, and medication.

Diets

What to Eat Before a Workout: Carbs, Protein & Healthy Fats

What to eat before a workout: carb-rich foods like sweet potatoes, fruit, and juices, plus small amounts of protein and fat. Includes timing ideas for 30-60 minutes vs 1-4 hours, hydration, and post-workout snacks.

Constipation

Foods that Make You Poop: What to Eat, Meal Plan & Recipes

Foods that make you poop include fiber-rich fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and seeds, plus probiotic foods. A sample 3-day meal plan and tips like hydration, exercise, and prompt bathroom use support constipation relief.

Nutrition

Skinny Fat: Causes, Health Risks & What to Do

Skinny fat describes having a normal weight but higher body fat and lower muscle mass. Causes include inactivity, diet, poor sleep, stress, and genetics. Testing can assess body composition, and lifestyle changes help lower risks like heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Diets

New Food Pyramid: The 3 New Levels & 7 Key Changes (w/ Free Meal Plan)

The new food pyramid introduces an inverted design that prioritizes protein, full-fat dairy, vegetables and whole foods while reducing grains. It also increases protein intake, limits added sugars and ultra-processed foods, and reinforces fruits, vegetables and gut health.

Diets

Paleo Diet: What to Eat & What to Avoid (w/ Meal Plan)

Paleo diet overview covering core foods to eat and avoid, healthy fats like olive oil and avocado, differences from low carb, and a sample 3-day meal plan. Summarizes potential benefits for weight, blood sugar, and heart health, plus simple paleo recipes and dietitian guidance to reduce deficiency risk.

Pregnancy-Related Conditions

How to Get Rid of Heartburn During Pregnancy Fast

How to get rid of heartburn during pregnancy fast: milk or yogurt, apples or pears, crackers, banana with honey, melon or potato juice, and soothing teas can reduce stomach acid and ease burning. Symptoms often resolve after delivery; remedies support medical care, and some herbs may be unsafe.