Adding Just One Extra Serving of Fruits and Veggies a Day Boosts Mental Health

Adding Just One Extra Serving of Fruits and Veggies a Day Boosts Mental Health

A longitudinal study appropriately titled “lettuce be happy” found that increased consumption of fruits and vegetables can improve mental well-being. While the role of a healthy diet in influencing physical health has been well established, the authors say, new research indicates that an increase in the frequency and quantity of fresh produce can make you … Read more

Between 1940 and now, nutrient levels in fruits, vegetables in UK reduced by 50%, says study

Between 1940 and now, nutrient levels in fruits, vegetables in UK reduced by 50%, says study

Compared between 1940 and now, the amount of key nutrients in fruit and vegetables available in the UK has fallen by around 50%, according to one study. Depletion has been seen in levels of magnesium, iron, sodium and copper. It also means UK citizens are at risk of malnutrition, experts have warned. The adoption of … Read more

Why You Should Never Quit Fruit During a Low-Carb Diet, According to Science

Why You Should Never Quit Fruit During a Low-Carb Diet, According to Science

One of my patients, who had been struggling with obesity, without control diabetes and the cost of her medications, agreed in June 2019 to adopt a more plant-based, whole-food diet. Excited by the challenge, she did a remarkable job. She increased her consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, stopped eating sweets, cookies and cakes, and … Read more

What fruits to eat on keto diet?

What fruits to eat on keto diet?

If you’re looking for what fruits to eat when on a keto diet then below is a visual guide. Whenever you have discussed with someone about shedding excess fat and body weight, they must have come across the topic of a low time consuming highly efficient method of shedding excess fat. This method is none … Read more