Category Archives: Diets

By now, you probably heard about the Paleo diet, but have you heard about its possible side effects, including diarrhea, tiredness, and trouble sleeping? The Paleo diet is a style of eating similar to that of our caveman ancestors. This means a complete elimination of all things processed. Instead, it focuses on foods that could ...click here to read more

LDL cholesterol level and cardiovascular disease risk may be lowered with a healthy Nordic diet. The researchers found that participants who consumed a Nordic diet had higher levels of HDL cholesterol and lower levels of LDL cholesterol, which are important prerequisites for a healthy heart. The healthy Nordic diet in the study consisted of berries, ...click here to read more

Colon polyp risk reduced 33 percent by legumes (beans) and 40 percent by brown rice incorporated into one’s diet. The study found eating legumes at least three times a week and brown rice at least once a week was linked to a reduction in colon polyps. Lead author Yessenia Tantamango said, “Eating these foods is ...click here to read more

Every now and then we get this moment when all we can think of is a certain food we are dying to have – right now. Maybe, it’s something sweet like chocolate, or something salty like pretzels. Cravings can come and go sporadically, but we never really take the time to think about what they ...click here to read more

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a common occurrence for those over the age of 50, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try to prevent it. In fact, your diet plays a large role in age-related macular degeneration progression and development, so eating the right foods can help you enjoy a clear view for many years ...click here to read more

Every now and then, we may forget where we put our keys, struggle to recall a friend’s name, or even miss a relative’s birthday. As we age, these things happen more and more frequently, so we tend to blame our failing memory on the old age. Well, a recent study revealed another source of your ...click here to read more

An interesting new study is showing that yogurt could possibly add “libido enhancer” to its long list of benefits. Cancer biologist’s Susan Erdman and Geneticist Eric Alm conducted the study with an initial aim of seeing if yogurt was considered key in promoting effective weight loss as people age. The results were shocking as the ...click here to read more

Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes dry, red, and itchy patches on the skin’s surface. Although there is no diet specifically for psoriasis, many patients often report relief from their symptoms when they make simple adjustments to their diet. When devising a psoriasis diet plan, there are four main approaches a patient can take: ...click here to read more

Including quinoa in the gluten-free diet does not exacerbate celiac disease. Quinoa has been generally recommended as a healthy grain for celiac patients because it does not contain gluten, but in-vitro data has shown that quinoa storage proteins may stimulate innate and adaptive immune responses in celiac patients. Is quinoa gluten-free? Quinoa is technically a ...click here to read more

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients can better manage their symptoms with an IBS-specific diet. IBS symptoms are often triggered by food, so sticking to an IBS diet can reduce severity and flare-ups. Unlike the case of a gluten-free diet and celiac disease, an IBS diet is not a one-size-fits-all. Although there are some general guidelines ...click here to read more

Over the last decade, gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet has become a common option for autism treatment, but a comprehensive U.S. study has concluded that it has no real impact on a child’s behavior. The study conducted at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) followed a group of children between two and five years old ...click here to read more

A gluten-free diet is known to aid in celiac disease, but it may also be able to improve your psoriasis as well. Many psoriasis patients have opted to go gluten-free and have found relief for their psoriasis even though there is little scientific evidence to support this practice. But as more and more psoriasis patients ...click here to read more

Can a gluten-free diet cure vitiligo? Well, we know that a gluten-free diet is recommended for those who suffer from celiac disease as they have intolerance to gluten. Both celiac disease and vitiligo are autoimmune diseases, and in vitiligo, the skin pigment is lost causing lighter patches. In cases where the two conditions occur together, ...click here to read more

Whenever a special occasion comes up, we are all guilty of overindulging in a tasty meal from time to time. It can become rather uncomfortable when we have a big meal, though. Bloating, fatigue, cramps, nausea, indigestion, and acid reflux are all associated with diets that involve large amounts of food in one sitting. Simple home remedies to ...click here to read more