Pomegranate juice, particularly consumed with seeds included, may reduce arterial plaque buildup by a significant amount, based on observations made by Ryan Fernando, a clinical nutrition counselor. A study cited by Ryan Fernando, showed that participants who consumed pomegranate extract or juice blended with seeds daily for a year had up to a 35 percent reduction in carotid intima-media thickness …
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Bloating to constipation: 5 kitchen staple seeds that improve gut health
The hype around chia seeds is real. They are nutritional powerhouses and have multiple health benefits. One of them is improving gut health. Chia seeds are an excellent source of soluble fiber, which can bulk up the stool, improve bowel regularity, and support the microbiome. They are superfoods for a reason. Chia seeds also have omega-3 fatty acids, which, along …
Read More »Everyday foods with healthy fats like avocado that are good for the heart
Healthy fats are the fats that benefit the body and its functioning. These improve insulin levels, lower cholesterol, benefit blood glucose levels and most importantly are good for the heart, helping prevent any heart-related conditions. Healthy or good fats are monounsaturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as Omega-3 and Omega-6. These healthy fats are not naturally made by …
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