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Sep 21, 2024 · If you’re among the 60 to 70 million Americans dealing with a digestive disease, or maybe you’ve just been struggling with some occasional discomfort—like bloating, gas, irregular bowel habits or heartburn—you’ve likely heard plenty about the importance of gut health.

May 23, 2024 · Despite their popularity, no concrete evidence suggests multivitamins prevent or lessen the risks of major diseases. Instead, many experts consistently advocate that a healthy diet can naturally meet your vitamin needs. Julia Zumpano, RD, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic’s Center for Human Nutrition, evaluates her patients’ diets and supplement intake before recommending ...

Sep 28, 2024 · Best: Wild Pacific salmon. You’ll get vitamin D, selenium which supports your metabolism, omega-3 fatty acids which are healthy fats that protect against heart disease, and vitamin B12 which is good for your brain and body. Experts say that wild-caught Pacific salmon is your best choice: “Wild-caught means less mercury buildup and fewer antibiotics and hormones, and the fish get to swim ...

Oct 8, 2024 · 1. Vitamin C. Though vitamin C can’t prevent colds according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, a 2017 study published in Nutrients suggests it is still a vital nutrient for a strong immune system. “The best way to get adequate vitamin C is through food, and those that are high in it include citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruit, and kiwi; cruciferous ...

Jan 18, 2023 · Your hair is luscious and shiny. Shiny hair can be one sign of health and vitality for a reason.So if your hair is looking luscious, you’re probably feeding it well with a healthy diet. Thinning hair or prematurely graying hair can sometimes be signs of vitamin deficiency, according to one 2019 dermatology study.. It’s normal to shed between 50 and 100 strands of hair a …

Mar 30, 2023 · You’re bursting with energy. If you can typically get through the day without downing four cups of coffee or endless caffeine-packed sodas, you’re probably at a healthy weight. “When you’re at your ideal weight, you feel healthy and energetic,” says Stephanie Middleberg, a New York City-based dietitian.While that may seem like an imprecise indicator, science echoes Middleberg’s point.

Mar 28, 2019 · The latest health tips and health advice for better nutrition, sleep, and pain relief for a healthy body.

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Apr 27, 2021 · Bananas. We’re calling it: The banana is a food genius. It comes in its own sealed, portable container (also known as a peel). One fruit has about 100 calories and is loaded with potassium and fiber while containing no fat.