Diet & Nutrition (Page 12)

Soy Properties and Benefits of Soybean

Soy: Properties and Benefits of Soybean

2024-10-24

Soy is booming, although a few years ago no one would have bet on it. Despite the many benefits associated with this food, soy consumption is much higher in the Eastern population than in the European population. In our country, most of its production takes place in Andalusia, although comparedContinue Reading

Breaking A Prejudice A Day, The Best Recipe For Survival

2024-09-18

Throughout the day, and without being aware of it, we speak and say things that denote our prejudices towards a person, a group of people, or a situation. The word prejudice comes from the Latin “praeiudicium” which translates as “prejudice”. Therefore, prejudice is the action of prejudging, or judging things or peopleContinue Reading

7 Keys To Healthy Aging

2024-08-16

Statistics tell us that the number of people over 100 years old is increasing. So we can ask ourselves the following question: what can we do to reach older ages in better condition? In short, what are the keys to aging healthily? Different factors act as keys to answering this question:Continue Reading

Processed Foods That Are Healthy

Processed Foods That Are Healthy

2024-08-13

There is a great debate in society about processed food and its effects on our health. But we must take into account that, in addition to fresh and natural products 100%, the vast majority of foods we consume are processed. What does it mean that a food has been processed?Continue Reading

5 Foods Rich in Vitamin K

5 Foods Rich in Vitamin K

2024-08-13

There are vitamins and nutrients that, although we do not know their work, this is key to our health. Vitamin K is one of them, as it prevents intense bleeding and helps to fix calcium in the bones. Hence it is considered one of the main nutrients of the body.Continue Reading

5 Foods to Lower Cholesterol

5 Foods to Lower Cholesterol

2024-08-13

Having high cholesterol is one of the consequences of having a high-fat diet and toxins that prevent the correct circulation of blood. Therefore, to control the level of bad cholesterol (or LDL) it is important to change your eating habits and bet on a healthier and more balanced diet inContinue Reading

5 Foods Rich in Vitamin C

5 Foods Rich in Vitamin C

2024-08-12

We have all heard on some occasions that vitamin C from oranges prevents us from colds and colds. Science has ruled out this being the case while confirming the importance of vitamin C to our body. Since it is unable to produce vitamin C, it is vital to maintain aContinue Reading

10 Diuretic Foods to Prevent Fluid Retention

10 Diuretic Foods to Prevent Fluid Retention

2024-08-12

When it comes to having a good diuresis, the kidney should function properly and fluid intake should be sufficient. However, to avoid fluid retention it is also essential that both the lymphatic and arteriovenous circulatory system act correctly. Otherwise, water can come out of the tissues through the walls ofContinue Reading

10 Foods with Folic Acid

10 Foods with Folic Acid

2024-08-12

Folic acid, also known as vitamin B9, is highly recommended for pregnant women, although it should not be missed in any healthy and balanced diet. This vitamin is key to ensuring the proper functioning of the nervous system and defenses, being a great ally to prevent anemia. If you wantContinue Reading