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Sports nutrition
In sports, it is increasingly confirmed that in order to achieve the desired results in competition, continuous and rigorous training alone is not enough. It is also essential to maintain
Hashimoto’s disease (Hashimoto’s thyroid)
Summary Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an immune system disorder that affects the thyroid gland, the gland located in the neck that produces hormones. The thyroid gland produces hormones that help control
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Childhood obesity, are mothers to blame?
According to an Italian study carried out by researchers at the University of Padua, led by Professor Dario Gregori who works in biostatistics, epidemiology and public health, it is believed
Weight under control in pregnancy with an App
Being overweight is never advisable and at the beginning of pregnancy can be a major problem, especially if the excess pounds are numerous. The additional weight gain expected during the
The benefits of red wine
According to research conducted by theUniversity of Alberta in Canada, drinking one glass of wine a day is equivalent to one hour of physical activity. Researchers have found that red
Weight loss and decreased anxiety with probiotics
An Italian research conducted by professors from the University of Tor Vergata, Sapienza and Policlinico Gemelli in Rome the probiotics contribute to weight loss and decreased anxiety. The study focused
Food waste: health ministry tips for hospitals, businesses and schools
From the Ministry of Health come some important guidelines and advice to avoid food waste (excessive according to the latest data) that is created in institutions such as schools and
Omega 3 also useful against anxiety
Best known for their favorable role in secondary cardiovascular prevention (in particular, protecting against recurrence of myocardial infarction), in supporting the development of the nervous system of the fetus and
Obesity, disease or choice?
In 2013, theAmerican Medical Association (AMA) declared obesity a disease, requiring a range of interventions to promote its prevention and treatment. Five years later, U.S. health care professionals are still
Food poisoning: here are 9 tips to avoid it
We are all now preparing for summer vacation. There are those who are already at the beach relaxing, those who are preparing the last things to pack, and those who,
Omega 3 and 6: fatty acids friendly to the body
Not all fats are harmful and enemies of the body: there are two that are particularly important indeed essential: linoleic acid (also known as Omega6) and alpha-linolenic acid (Omega3), which
OSA: slimming down is the key to breathing better during sleep
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), or obstructive sleep apnea syndrome, is a widespread sleep disorder among men and women of all ages, particularly difficult to eliminate and known to be associated
Origins of Cranberry: The American cranberry
John Josselyn, an English traveler and writer, described the colony founded by the Pilgrim Fathers and the local customs and traditions in his books. In her 1663 diary, Josselyn related
Tea: an original and healthy gift idea
The most anticipated holiday of the year is approaching, and we often don’t know what to give our family members or friends. Giving a tea blend as a gift could
Rosacea: drinking coffee reduces the risk of being affected by it
Adding to the long list of scientific insights that have demonstrated health benefits associated with coffee consumption, a new study published in JAMA Dermatology reports that women who regularly drink
Celiac disease: possibly a food additive among the causes
Considered a “rare” disease until a decade ago, celiac disease today seems to be increasingly prevalent in countries around the world. A phenomenon undoubtedly related, at least in part, to
Cranberry Harvest: the harvest
The fall harvest of ripe berries in the cranberry fields is a breathtaking event, thanks to the color impact offered by the berries surfacing at the water’s edge. Cranberry harvesting
Diabetes: eating less could help reduce neuropathy
Follow a healthy, balanced diet, moving every day and taking prescribed therapies regularly is the key to keeping diabetes under control and preventing complications associated with advanced stages of the
Meat: primary source of essential nutrients for the body
Meat has always been one of the most consumed and appreciated foods by humans, not only for its taste but also and especially for its many nutritious properties, which are
The fruit of health: the Cranberry
NUTRITIONAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FRESH CRANBERRY Cranberries have a high water content as well as a high sugar content. Berries contain fiber, minerals, and vitamins A, B, and C. The non-digestible
Cranberry botanical fact sheet
Taxonomy Blueberry is the name for several wild shrub species in the genus vaccinium, including cranberry. These are semiligneous shrubs with oval leaves and white or pink pendulous flowers. The
High meat consumption increases the likelihood of hepatic steatosis
People who eat a lot of animal protein are more likely to have excess fat in their liver and a higher risk of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) than people
Cranberry in the kitchen
After harvest, cranberry fruits can be eaten fresh, dried or made into syrups or jams. Cranberries are used, therefore, for both sweet and savory preparations, and only 12 percent of
Cranberry in the Thanksgiving Day tradition
The history of Thanksgiving Day is intertwined with that of the US. The New England colony was founded by the Pilgrim Fathers on November 11, 1620, when they reached the
Sweet, sour and savory recipes using Cranberry
Although Italian cuisine has a wide variety of dishes, surely expanding with cranberry products might be an idea. This ingredient is still unknown to us, as it is mainly used
Nutrition in pregnancy: which foods to prefer and what to avoid
A woman in a state of pregnancy has a moral obligation to think not only of her own state of health but also, and primarily, of that of the infant
