Category: Healthy Food

We all know eating more fruit and veg may help us lose a few pounds. But improving your diet has another beneficial effect — it can give your brain a huge boost. ‘Our brain is complex, connected to every part of our body,’ says Professor Hana Burianova, a neuroscientist at Bournemouth University. ‘Evidence is beginning to shape our understanding of how just food is linked to brain health and this includes thinking, memory, improved cognitive function and reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia.’ Not only will a nutrient-dense diet, rich in brain-friendly vitamins and fats make our minds sharper…

The journey of losing weight has never been easy for anyone. There are multiple things that one has to incorporate into their daily routine in order to see effective results. From following a proper fitness routine to a diet filled with nutrient-rich foods, there is a lot that one has to do. If you’re someone who is currently trying to lose weight, you must constantly be on the hunt for recipes that provide nutrition without compromising taste. After all, no one enjoys food that tastes bland and boring, even if you’re on a weight loss diet. Luckily, we are blessed…

Vegans eat more ultra-processed foods than any other diet. How bad is that really for health and the environment?Veganism has the potential to promote healthy eating as people ditch meat – but the rise of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) could barely have any positive effects. Product launches for plant-based convenience foods tripled between 2013 and 2018. In the UK, half the population have added meat substitutes to their diets, while almost a third opt for alternative milks. Many of these plant-based substitutes are classified as UPFs: foods that have undergone heavy processing to improve their perishability and taste. UPFs are…

It’s no secret that if you want to build up muscle mass, you need to eat accordingly.To put that into context, it’s recommended that men consume 2,500 calories a day, so that’s over a week’s worth of recommended food.Hall, 35, paid the price too, and he admitted that the repercussions of eating so much on a day were bad – dubbing the event the ‘worst day of my life.’He said that prior to this day, he would regularly eat between 12,500 and 15,000 calories to bulk up, but he decided to go all out on one particular…

This summer, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, having a picnic or dining on a restaurant patio, put Canada on your menu with these nutritious locally grown and produced foods. While many ingredients are available throughout the country, each region produces its own unique local foods. Here’s a snapshot (it’s not inclusive) of Canada’s foods to celebrate and savor from coast to coast to coast. Open this photo in gallery:Salmon is packed with nutrition. Six ounces of grilled sockeye salmon serves up 44 grams of protein, three days’ worth of vitamin B12 (7.6 mcg), a full day’s worth of…

Find out which foods help lower bad cholesterol and support healthy cholesterol.Tanja Ivanova/Getty ImagesAs a common contributor to heart disease, unhealthy cholesterol levels are top of mind for many healthcare professionals and patients alike. But when it comes to this kind of fat, it’s easy to get confused, because there is dietary cholesterol, cholesterol found in the body, and even different types within these categories, some beneficial and others more harmful. Here’s a handy guide to navigating all things cholesterol, and a list of some healthy food options to lower bad cholesterol and keep your levels in check…

The White Hag’s Bob Coggins, Brian McTernan and Paul Mullin.Michelle Butler from Good 4 U and Brian Donaldson.Sligo Champion Thu Jun 1, 2023 at 11:37Two of Sligo’s local food and drinks producers picked up awards in the inaugural Homegrown by Maxol programme, a month-long search for Ireland’s finest small to medium sized businesses.With just six 2023 winners announced, two hailed from Sligo: The White Hag, a contemporary independent brewery and Good4U a range of functional, healthy snacks, salad toppers and breakfast boost. The White Hag Irish Brewing Company is an award-winning craft brewery, which specializes in…

Nearly half of children ages 1 to 5 are not eating a daily vegetable and nearly one-third are not eating a daily fruit, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. At the same time, the majority of kids — 57% — in that age range reported drinking at least one added-sugar beverage per week, according to the CDC, which analyzed data from the 2021 National Survey of Children’s Health, which included more than 18,000 children. Current dietary guidelines for kids ages 1 to 5 recommend 1/2 to 2 cups each of vegetables and fruits…