#Food and Health

[euesworld]

"I gain weight by looking at a grape, fatty they'll say, though I probably look like an ape.."

Well, just let me tell you.. no matter what your body looks like, if you have beautiful eyes, a gorgeous smile, and a lovely soul to match.. it doesn't matter what you look like. You are a beautiful soul. Such a delight to be around and I know you are in pain, and it just isn't right but you matter.. you do.. and as soon as you realize that you won't be down with the food flu - eUë

[daily-spooky]

[beanghostprincess]

Laios saying he's stronger and better organized than Shuro because he eats 3 meals every day and sleeps properly is probably one of the most encouraging things a fictional character has ever said to me

[theambitiouswoman]

⭐Vitamin Cheat Sheet⭐

Vitamin A: Vision, immune system, skin health.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): Energy metabolism, nerve function.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): Energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Cellular energy production, skin health.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid): Metabolism, hormone production.

Vitamin B6: Brain function, mood regulation.

Vitamin B7 (Biotin): Healthy hair, skin, and nails.

Vitamin B9 (Folate): Cell division, DNA synthesis.

Vitamin B12: Nervous system, red blood cells.

Vitamin C: Immune system, collagen synthesis.

Vitamin D: Bone health, immune function.

Vitamin E: Antioxidant, skin health.

Vitamin K: Blood clotting, bone health.

Calcium: Bone and teeth health, muscle function.

Iron: Oxygen transport, energy production.

Magnesium: Nerve function, muscle relaxation.

Zinc: Immune system, wound healing.

Potassium: Fluid balance, nerve function.

Iodine: Thyroid function, metabolism.

Selenium: Antioxidant, thyroid health.

[nepalniceties]

World Tuberculosis Day: Baglung Intensifies Prevention Efforts

As the world observes World Tuberculosis (TB) Day 2024 under the theme “Yes! We can end TB,” Nepal joins the global campaign with a series of programs aimed at combatting the infectious disease. In Baglung, a district in Nepal, efforts to prevent tuberculosis are being intensified through an expanded testing campaign. Dev Prakash Ghimire, the leprosy inspector for the district, announced plans…

[livefitforever]

Foods that boost nitric oxide production in your body | livefitforever

Nitric oxide plays a crucial role in promoting heart health, improving blood flow, and enhancing exercise performance. Incorporating nitric oxide-boosting foods into your diet can have a positive impact on your overall health. Discover the top foods that naturally increase nitric oxide production in your body and start reaping the benefits today.

Some of the foods that boost nitric oxide levels in your body include:

1.Leafy greens such as spinach, arugula, and kale 2.Beets and beetroot juice 3.Citrus fruits like oranges and lemons 4.Pomegranate 5.Watermelon 6.Nuts and seeds, especially walnuts and flaxseeds 7.Garlic 8.Dark chocolate 9.Seafood, particularly fatty fish like salmon 10.Whole grains like oats and barley

[genderqueerdykes]

i want to take the time to talk about a series of disabilities that no one takes seriously or even recognizes as a disability, which is food intolerances, and allergies. if a person can get sick if they eat the wrong foods, they are disabled, as this illness will make them unable to function all because they ate the wrong food. it's not okay to guilt someone for seeking foods that won't injure them.

in 2022, i began to lose my ability to digest land meats (pork, chicken, cow, etc.), animal milks, and eggs. it started slowly but quickly progressed to every type of land meat. i am only able to digest seafood, plants, nuts, seeds safely without becoming horribly sick. i tried to buy cow's milk because it is cheaper recently and became so ill it was genuinely traumatic. i have never been that sick in my life before. i cannot safely ingest cow's milk, the cheaper option, because it will injure me for several days or even weeks at a time. this happens to me with all land meats as well.

i cannot eat eggs. i cannot fried rice that has egg, i cannot eat most sauces like mayo or ranch dressing because of their high egg content. i cannot eat anything dressed in mayo as a sauce. anything that is baked or brushed or washed with egg is a risk. my digestive system really hates eggs in particular and they are inescapable.

people who can't digest or process lactose, gluten, meats, seafood, eggs, nuts, seeds, beans, fiber, certain fats, proteins or sugars don't have their needs considered very often, nor taken seriously, especially when that person is poor. people with digestive issues need to be able to eat foods that don't hurt us- it's not our faults that alternative milks, breads, pizzas, snacks, sauces, dips, spreads, meats and more are significantly more expensive. we still need to be able to eat foods that don't harm us regardless of how much money we make.

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[raihanehassaine]

What Are the Benefits of a Mediterranean Diet?

It’s been widely recognised for some time that populations living in the Mediterranean area tend to have less heart disease than those of northern Europe and the UK. Health experts believe that this is connected to the traditional Mediterranean diet enjoyed in these regions.

What Is the Mediterranean Diet?

A Mediterranean-style diet is typically high in fruits, vegetables, legumes, beans, nuts, cereals, grains, unsaturated fats (like olive oil) and fish. Limited amounts of meat and dairy foods are also consumed. Those in the Mediterranean eat more seafood – especially oily fish – compared to their counterparts in northern Europe.

The Health Benefits of the Mediterranean

Proponents of the Mediterranean diet, such as Raihane Hassaine, are aware of the many health benefits associated with this style of eating. As well as being linked to better heart heath, research into the Mediterranean diet has suggested it can also help prevent the development of type two diabetes, raised cholesterol and high blood pressure. Furthermore, those who follow this diet are less likely to become obese and more likely to live longer.

Foods to Restrict on a Mediterranean Diet

Those wishing to follow a Mediterranean diet should decrease their consumption of foods such as margarine, butter and lard; cakes, biscuits, pastries and confectionary; and refined white versions of bread, rice and pasta. The amount of processed meat (such as sausages and bacon), red meat, and high-fat cheese, milk and cream consumed should also be limited.

Following a Mediterranean Diet

Meals should be based on foods such as noodles, pasta, bread, chapatti, rice and yams –ideally, wholegrain varieties should be used, which are higher in fibre. Followers of a Mediterranean diet should aim to eat at least five portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day, which are low in calories and rich in essential nutrients. White fish is low in calories and can therefore help with managing weight. While oily fish such as salmon tends to be higher in fat, it contains vitamin D and important omega-3 fats, so it’s great to incorporate.

When choosing nuts and nut butters, which are rich in monounsaturated fats, opt for unsalted varieties. Aim to eat around a handful of nuts (about 30-35 grams) a day.

As part of embracing an overall Mediterranean lifestyle, make time to get out into the sunshine every day for at least 30 minutes during the spring, summer and early autumn, and remember to apply sun protection as necessary.

[saydesole]

Healthy Foods

[euesworld]

*sitting in the cold with one sock on and my other foot is barefoot with no shoes on, looking pathetic and holding a sign that says*

"It only takes a few seconds of kindness to make someone's day, you could make my day in less than that.."

I'm panhandling for grocery money, seriously anything helps.. give what you can, it really makes a difference. It does.. even just a dollar helps. I wouldn't be sitting out here in the cold begging for change if I didn't need it - cash app: $euesworld and Venmo: euesworld

[offcampusstillnerdy]

Nutritional psychiatry, processed food, brain health etc, from UK leading gut health research lab.

[govic17]

Highly Processed Foods

What do hot dogs, corn chips, and certain varieties of yogurt have in common? First, definitions, and then we’ll get to the point of this post. Unprocessed or minimally processed foods are whole foods in which the vitamins and nutrients are still intact. The food is in its natural (or nearly natural) state. These foods may be minimally altered by removal of inedible parts, drying, crushing,…

[angelicgirlmj]

an angels guide: healthy eating at school

hi angels! you voted and this came first so here it is, an angels guide to eating healthily and focusing on your body and health goals at school. healthy eating at school can be tricky. you use up so much enegry and time in class and studying that meals can seem a little less important. you might end up skipping a meal or eating a meal that ends up not fitting your health goals all because you ran out of time. i have created three categories of lunches to help you find meal inspo: cold lunches, hot lunches and make the night before lunches. also a bonus snack section and some general tips! enjoy angels and feel free to comment your go to lunches/snacks.

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tips

bring a bottle of cold water with you to school, drinking water regularly helps you look and feel your best.

eat breakfast! even if you don’t get very hungry eating in the morning helps your brain and body function it’s best. try having some fruit or a smoothie if you really struggle to eat in the mornings.

try vitamins/probiotics to help you get all your nutrients and vitamins in.

buy a cute lunch box/food containers to make sure your lunches are adorable.

make a pinterest board of cute healthy lunches to be inspired by!

figure out your health goals and create meal ideas from there. for example: i want to build muscle! that means you need more protein in your diet so plan meals and snacks with lots of protein sources to fit your goal.

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a week of cold lunches:

chicken salad: mix chicken, avocado, tomato, cucumber, carrot, corn, salad leaves (lettuce, rocket etc). add mustard and lemon dressing, season well with salt and pepper and fresh dill. dessert: raspberries and blueberries served with peanut butter and greek yogurt.

tuna and avocado pita: mashed avocado and tuna, seasoned with salt and pepper, fill in pita along with rocket and pickle slices. dessert: pineapple and pomegranate fruit salad.

cold rice bowl: mix cooked salmon, rice, cucumbers, cooked broccoli and sliced carrot. sprinkle with sesame seeds and pepper and salt. garnish with a garlic mayo or homemade yogurt garlic sauce. dessert: chopped strawberries dipped in yogurt and coated in dark chocolate and coconut oil left to harden.

feta and turkey wrap: place lettuce, turkey, tomato in a wrap and sprinkle with feta, pepper and salt. dessert: sliced apple (squeeze lemon over to stop apple going brown) with peanut butter, greek yogurt and cinnamon dip.

cold pesto pasta salad: mix cooked penne pasta, homemade pesto, tomato, rocket, avocado, grated parmesan and season with salt and pepper. dessert: tangerine pieces and kiwi.

cold noodles: mix cooked noodles, shredded red cabbage and carrots, green onions, handful of crushed peanuts, chopped cucumber and cover with sesame peanut sauce. dessert: homemade blueberry banana oat muffin.

salmon bagel: add salmon, cream cheese (or cottage cheese), cucumber, rocket, lemon and pepper to a bagel. dessert: blackberries and mango.

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a week of hot lunches:

pizza toast: spread homemade tomato sauce on a piece of sourdough bread, cover with mozzarella, add your favourite toppings such as ham, mushroom, olive, pepper etc and bake until cheese melted, serve with rocket. dessert: banana bread and greek yogurt.

stuffed aubergine (or eggplant): sauté aubergine, onion, garlic, pepper, zucchini and olive, add in tomato paste and season. put in aubergine and sprinkle with cheese. bake until cheese melted. dessert: sautéed apples served warm with yogurt and granola.

chicken meatballs: homemade chicken meatballs cooked with a soy based sauce and red peppers. serve with cooked rice. dessert: strawberry oat crumble.

gyozas: heat or make some gyozas and serve with a cucumber and carrot salad with soy sauce to dip. dessert: hot matcha tea with strawberries.

soup: make your favourite soup and serve with some warm sourdough toast. dessert: watermelon slices.

quesadilla style wrap: fill a whole wheat wrap with cheese, turkey, tomatoes and avocado. cook until cheese melted and warm. dessert: green grapes, blueberries and raspberries.

grilled chicken burrito: mix grilled chicken, rice, avocado, black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onions, cilantro and sour cream with cooked rice and squeeze over lime and season as preferred. dessert: rice cakes with greek yogurt strawberries and melted dark chocolate.

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snack ideas:

veggie sticks and hummus.

fruit salad.

frozen banana, peanut butter and chocolate slices.

pretzel thins and sliced cheese.

frozen grapes and lime.

salty popcorn.

yogurt parfait.

cucumber and cream cheese rice cakes.

cookie dough protein bites.

banana peanut butter rice cakes.

homemade oatmeal cookies.

smoothie.

chia pudding.

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thank you for reading! happy back to school season. remember to nourish and take care of your body - you deserve it! love, m.

[nepalniceties]

Monkeypox Virus Detected in Nepal, Raising Global Concern: How to Stay Safe

Nepal recently joined the increasing number of countries affected by the monkeypox virus, as a 60-year-old foreign woman tested positive for the disease. This marks the first confirmed case of monkeypox in the country, bringing the total count of affected nations to a staggering 111. Teku Hospital in Kathmandu confirmed the diagnosis, which was further supported by an official press statement…