Category: Diet
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The Role Of Diet And Nutrition In Managing IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
According to the updated Rome IV criteria, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is defined by recurrent abdominal pain on average at least one day per week in the last three months, associated with two or more of the following: related to defecation, associated with a change in frequency of stool, or associated with a change in…
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Chikungunya Diet: 10 Supportive Foods for Recovery
Recovering from Chikungunya? Nutrient intake can make a big difference in supporting your body’s healing process. These 10 foods may help reduce inflammation, support immune function, and provide the necessary energy for recovery [1]. Understanding Chikungunya Chikungunya is a viral illness that commonly spreads in India, often during and after the monsoon season. It is…
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Why Protein is So Important in Your Diet?
Awareness about diet and chronic disease prevention has made people track their intake of macronutrients like fat and sugar. However, it is equally important to know whether you are ingesting enough protein, a vital macronutrient often overlooked in simple calorie counting. Protein is fundamental for virtually every cell and function in the human body, serving…
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Hypothyroidism Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid for Better Management
If you’ve been feeling exhausted, gaining weight without an apparent reason, or dealing with dry skin and constant chills, your thyroid could be to blame. Hypothyroidism now affects nearly 1 in 10 adults in India, yet it often goes undiagnosed or misunderstood. Despite the many diet claims floating around, food alone can’t cure hypothyroidism. Treatment…
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Intermittent Fasting: Overview, Diet Plan, And Health Benefits
Fasting means intentionally going without food for a defined period. This practice, which has historical and traditional roots, is now widely studied in the context of modern wellness as Intermittent Fasting (IF). Unlike traditional diets that focus primarily on what to eat, Intermittent Fasting (IF) focuses on when to eat, cycling between periods of eating…
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Hyperthyroidism Diet: Foods to Eat & Avoid for Better Health
If you have hyperthyroidism, managing your thyroid health extends beyond medication and doctor visits. Your diet plays an important supportive role in reducing symptoms and supporting overall well-being. An overactive thyroid increases metabolism, which can cause symptoms like weight loss, muscle weakness, anxiety, and weaker bones [1]. While food cannot cure hyperthyroidism, making informed dietary…
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Keto Diet: Overview, Benefits and Side Effects
The ketogenic diet (keto) is an eating pattern that drastically reduces carbohydrate intake and replaces it with a high amount of fat, along with moderate protein [1]. This metabolic shift forces the body to use fat, rather than glucose (sugar) from carbohydrates, as its primary fuel source. This process, known as ketosis, may offer potential…
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Gluten-Free Diet and Its Benefits
You may have heard of a ‘gluten-free diet’ before. Gluten is a family of proteins naturally found in grains such as wheat, barley, and rye. For those who are newly exploring this topic, it is important to know that this dietary approach is primarily a medically necessary treatment for conditions like celiac disease, and not…
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The Science of Clear Skin: Diet and Food for Acne Management
Understanding Acne Acne is a common skin condition characterized by pores becoming clogged with oil, dirt, or bacteria, leading to inflammation. Several factors contribute to acne, including genetics, hormones, environmental triggers, and diet [1]. For decades, the role of diet in acne has been debated. You might wonder: Can food cause acne? Can eating clean…