Diet

The MIND diet is touted for its brain-boosting benefits, but can it really reduce the risk of dementia?: What a neurologist thinks

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The MIND diet is touted for its brain-boosting benefits, but can it really reduce the risk of dementia?: What a neurologist thinks

Certain lifestyle factors can lower your chances of developing dementia, from physical activity to brain-stimulating exercises and even the foods you incorporate into your diet. “[Some] diets have been shown in many studies to be associated with less risk of dementia, less risk of brain disease, and longer life expectancy,” according to Dr. Hussein Yassine, … Read more

Why do you need bananas, sweet potatoes, beans and spinach in your daily diet: they contain potassium which controls all body functions

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Potassium, an essential mineral and electrolyte, plays a crucial role in maintaining the overall health and proper functioning of the human body. While often overshadowed by its better known counterparts such as calcium and magnesium, it is no less important. Potassium is a mineral found in many foods and is an electrolyte, meaning that it … Read more

Fiber: Why do you need this nutrient in your daily diet?

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Fiber: Why do you need this nutrient in your daily diet?

Fiber, often referred to as dietary fiber, is a nutrient that plays a key role in maintaining optimal health. It is a plant component found in foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes and nuts. Unlike other energy-providing nutrients, fiber is not digestible by the human body, but its impact is profound. This non-digestible substance … Read more

How to get more Gotu Kola, also known as the ‘longevity herb’ that aids brain health and memory, in your diet

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IDo you want to have fun with healthy nutrients? You’ve probably heard that gotu kola is the next level when it comes to increasing longevity and brain health. But what is gotu kola, exactly? “Gotu kola is an herb in the carrot family and is related to parsley, cilantro, and fennel,” says Bill Rawls, MD, … Read more

Zero sugar, two options: What’s the difference between Coke Zero and Diet Coke?

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Zero sugar, two options: What's the difference between Coke Zero and Diet Coke?

**Video linked above: Kast Iron Soda Works gets the One Tank Trip treatment.** (BLOOM) Coke Zero and Diet Coke are ideal options for soda lovers who want to cut back on sugar but not gas. But wait a minute, both are zero calories, both are from Coke, and both claim to offer the classic taste … Read more