Being told a few days later, after your yearly check-up, that you have high cholesterol and need to watch what you eat doesn’t mean you can only eat from a specific, repetitive list of foods. Feeling worried and thinking that eating may no longer be enjoyable and that you have limited food choices is […]
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When all the parts of the digestive system work well, the body will produce a sufficient amount of GLP-1 hormone and two other important hormones, CCK and PYY. These three hormones are secreted in the gut during or at the beginning of a meal. Then they travel through the vagus nerve and bloodstream to
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First, most people may not know that GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide) is a hormone naturally produced in the small intestines, brain, and pancreas. It’s released after a meal to help the body control blood sugar levels by causing the pancreas to release insulin to prevent blood sugar levels from becoming too high or too low. It
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When you need a quick bite to eat after a long day at work or a fast breakfast or lunch on the go, having some healthy food swaps available in your pantry is helpful to keep you on track to healthier eating.
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In today’s fast-paced world, grocery shopping can often feel like a mundane task that needs to be completed quickly, causing us to rush through the aisles, especially the produce section.
Feelings of loneliness, anger, frustration, and anxiety often trigger emotional eating. However, there are at least five other factors that can cause overeating, leading to weight gain.
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Avoiding smoking, limiting fried foods, and exercising a few times a week are great ways to keep your heart healthy. However, being aware of the added sugars in certain foods is a bonus for all your hard work. Added sugars are sugars that do not occur naturally in food but are added during processing or
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We face environmental toxins and unhealthy food choices wherever we go. However, we hold the power to make a positive change to our lifestyle that can have lasting benefits. By eating more foods that have these natural compounds found in everyday plant foods in our diets, we can take a proactive step towards a healthier
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January begins a new and exciting year, but it’s also the peak of flu season. With all the different flu strains and COVID variants, now is the perfect time to strengthen the immune system by going to the source, the gut. Why the gut? Well, the digestive tract is where you find the gut
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This year, your Holiday shopping doesn’t have to be stressful or a chore. Choosing gifts for your family and friends on your list that have mental and physical benefits can be something they’ll appreciate, use, and add to their self-care routine.
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