Diet and Nutrition

The food we eat can influence the way our body functions everyday and can impact how we recover from an illness. On this page, you will find the information you need to maintain a healthy diet. These articles look at the nutritional value of food, calories and the macronutrients needed to treat certain conditions. These articles promote a healthy lifestyle at any phase of life.

15 Muscle-Building Foods: What to Eat to Gain Muscle Foods that help to build muscle are usually rich in protein, which can be animal-based (like chicken and eggs) or plant-based (like beans, lentils and tofu). These foods can boost physical performance during workouts and promote hypertrophy. Learn about what to eat to gain muscle and check out our sample meal plan. Updated on 12-02-2022
13 Foods That Are Good For the Liver Foods that are good for the liver should be rich in nutrients, like vitamins, omega-3 and carotenes. Foods like artichokes, salmon and oranges contain anti-inflammatory and antioxidant action that ensure optimal liver function. Learn more about which foods to eat to maintain good liver health. Updated on 11-29-2022
Natural Laxatives: 10 Fruits That Work Fast Some fruits, such as papaya, orange or plums are great natural laxatives that can help you get rid of constipation. See other great options you can add to your diet to get rid of constipation faster. Updated on 11-25-2022
Turmeric: What Is It, Benefits, Uses & Side Effects Turmeric is a type of flowering plant, with roots that contains incredible medicinal properties. These roots are usually ground up into a fine powder. Learn more about the health benefits of turmeric and how to add it to your diet. Updated on 11-18-2022
Gout Diet: Foods Allowed & What To Avoid What you eat is a crucial part of gout treatment. That's because some foods can cause uric acid to build up in the body, making gout worse. Check which foods are allowed, which should be eaten with moderation and which foods should be avoid. Updated on 11-18-2022
Mesomorph Body Type: Characteristics & Diet Plans People with a mesomorph body type are usually more muscular and have a lower body fat percentage. These body types can still put on body fat, and therefore should maintain a balanced diet to maintain muscle and prevent weight gain. Learn about the characteristics of this body type and see the recommended diet plan. Updated on 11-17-2022
Endomorph Body Type: Characteristics & Diet Plans People with an endomorph body type are typically shorter, have higher body fat and have more difficulty losing weight. A balanced diet with generous protein intake will help with muscle gain and weight loss. Learn about the characteristics of an endomorph body type and the recommended diet (with a diet plan included). Updated on 11-17-2022
Ectomorph Body Type: Characteristics & Diet Plans People with an ectomorph body type typically have a fast metabolism and have increased difficulty putting on muscle mass. Therefore, a balanced diet with high protein sources would be ideal for gaining muscle. Learn about the characteristics of ectomorphs and the diet recommended for this body type. Updated on 11-17-2022
13 Best Fruits For Diabetics: What to Eat & What to Reduce Fruits that are rich in carbohydrates, like grapes, figos, and nuts are not recommended for diabetics, as these tend to be high in sugar. However, fruit like pears, strawberries and kiwi can be great options for diabetics. Check out list of the best fruits for diabetics, as well as their carbohydrate and fiber content. Updated on 11-17-2022
How Many Calories Do I Burn a Day? (w/ Online Calculator) Total daily energy expenditure is the amount of energy, measured in calories, that your body burns each day to perform bodily functions, like breathing, and your activities daily living, like cooking or exercising. Enter your information into our calculator to determine how many calories you burn each day. Updated on 11-17-2022

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