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Recent Articles by Andreina De Almeida

Cachexia: Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, Types & Treatment

Cachexia is a metabolic syndrome marked by severe weight and muscle loss, reduced appetite, and nutritional deficiencies. Learn about its symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options including nutrition, exercise, physical therapy, and medications.

Nutrition

Body Fat Percentage Explained: Healthy Ranges & How to Calculate

Learn the ideal body fat percentage for men and women, how it is measured, and methods like BMI, bioimpedance, and DEXA scans. Explore healthy strategies such as exercise and nutrition to reduce body fat and maintain overall health.

Colitis

Ulcerative Colitis Diet: Food to Eat & Avoid, Meal Plan & Supplements

An ulcerative colitis diet can help manage flare-ups by focusing on low-fiber, low-fat, and easy-to-digest foods while avoiding triggers like caffeine, alcohol, and processed meals. Learn recommended foods, sample meal plans, and supplements to support gut health.

Dengue

What to Eat & Avoid for Dengue Treatment (w/ 3-Day Meal Plan)

A diet for dengue patients should be made up of food like meat, eggs and liver, which are rich in protein, vitamin C and iron. Learn more about what you can eat and what you should avoid if you have dengue fever and check out our dengue diet meal plan.

Constipation

Natural Laxatives: 15 Fruits That Relieve Constipation

Natural laxatives like prunes, apples, figs, papaya, pears, and avocados are rich in fiber and water, helping to soften stool and support regular bowel movements. Learn which fruits may relieve constipation, which may worsen it, and other simple tips to improve intestinal health.

Diets

Lactose-Free Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid (w/ Sample 3-Day Meal Plan)

A lactose free diet helps manage lactose intolerance by limiting foods like milk, cheese, and yogurt while prioritizing lactose free dairy, plant-based alternatives, and calcium-rich foods. Learn causes, symptoms, supplements, and a sample meal plan to prevent deficiencies and improve well-being.

Nutrition

BMI Calculator by Age: Healthy Weight Ranges for Children & Teens

BMI calculator by age helps determine if a child’s weight is in the healthy range for their age and sex. Learn how BMI is calculated, see percentile charts for ages 5 to 18, and understand when to seek medical advice for early detection of growth or nutritional concerns.

Gallstones

Diet After Gallbladder Removal: What to Eat & Avoid (w/ Meal Plans)

A low-fat diet after gallbladder removal helps prevent abdominal pain, gas, and diarrhea. Learn which foods to eat in the first weeks, how to reintroduce fiber and healthy fats, what to avoid during recovery, and sample meal plans for each stage to support digestion.

Diets

How to Gain Weight: 7 Healthy Eating Tips (& 3-Day Meal Plan)

Healthy tips on how to gain weight, including eating every 3 hours, adding protein to meals, choosing healthy fats, staying hydrated, exercising, and using supplements when needed. Learn recommended foods, what to avoid, and see a sample meal plan for balanced weight gain.

Food

Foods That Increase Testosterone: Food List, Meal Plan & Recipes

Foods that boost testosterone naturally contain zinc, omega-3 and antioxidants. Examples include, flaxseeds, pomegranate, oysters and sardines. Learn more about the top 10 foods that can increase testosterone and check out a sample meal plan and healthy recipes.

Nutrition

16 Best Muscle-Building Foods to Gain Mass (w/ 3-Day Meal Plan)

Muscle-building foods like chicken, tofu, eggs, and beans provide high-quality protein, healthy fats, and essential nutrients that support muscle growth, recovery, and performance. Learn which foods to eat, how to build balanced meals, and when to use supplements.

Diarrhea

What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea: Top Foods & Meal Plan

What to eat when you have diarrhea includes low-fiber, easy-to-digest foods like white rice, bananas, and boiled carrots. Learn which foods help relieve symptoms, what to avoid, how to stay hydrated, and how to progress your diet for a faster recovery.

Weight Loss

Is Rice Fattening? Understanding If Rice Makes You Gain Weight

Discover if rice makes you gain weight and learn how to include it in a balanced diet. Explore the benefits of rice, tips for healthy eating, and answers to common questions. Find out how rice fits into your lifestyle and supports your health goals.

Fitness

Bioelectrical Impedance: Uses, How It Works & Reference Scores

Bioelectrical impedance is a technique used to estimate body composition by measuring how an electrical signal moves through the body. Since fat, muscle, and water conduct electricity differently, the results can give insight into the body's internal makeup. Learn more about how it works and what results mean.

Fitness

Fasted Cardio: Benefits, How to Perform & What to Eat

Fasted cardio is a training method that consists of performing low to moderate intensity aerobic exercise while fasting. It is thought to increase fat burning and promote weight loss. Learn more about the benefits and risks of fasted cardio and how to perform it, including what to eat before and after.