High levels of “bad” cholesterol are the most important cardiovascular risk factor. But is it possible to lower it through diet alone? In this article I’ll try to clarify cholesterol’s functions, the difference between “good” and “bad” cholesterol, and the diet that has shown the best results in reducing it.
..."Those who do not know food cannot understand human diseases."
"Our body, like that of monkeys, is designed for the consumption of fruit, vegetables, and legumes. A diet without meat would certainly not weaken us: just think of the physical strength of the gorilla."
"Good nutrition creates health in all aspects of our existence. Everything is interconnected."
In recent years, concern about heavy metal poisoning has grown, with particular focus on mercury in fish. But where does it come from, and what health risks does it pose? In this article, I answer these questions with a brief summary of mercury’s effects and how to reduce exposure.
Undoubtedly, one of the most frequently asked questions in human history is whether it’s possible to never grow old. Of course, we’d all love that but it’s clearly impossible. What we do know today, however, is that lifestyle has a major impact on the aging process. Let’s take a look at what these processes are, and how diet influences them.
In recent years, more and more people are choosing to eliminate animal products from their diet, motivated by ethical, environmental, and health reasons. At the same time, the number of scientific studies on the topic has increased exponentially. In this article, I briefly summarize how to structure a healthy vegan or vegetarian diet and what health benefits it can offer.
Continuing the series on healthy eating after the Mediterranean Diet, today I’d like to talk about the Nordic Diet. In recent years, several studies have explored nutrition in Nordic countries. Let’s take a closer look at its key foods, unique characteristics, and potential health benefits.
I love experimenting with these energy balls and invite you to try these three variations and then get creative with new ideas! For me, they are the perfect dessert, but also a great idea for a quick breakfast or snack!
Which foods make a diet balanced, and more importantly, in what quantities should we consume them to maximize health benefits? Today, I begin a series of three articles in which I will summarize the fundamental principles of healthy eating, whether Mediterranean, Nordic, vegetarian, or vegan.
I’m Ekaterina Tairova, а registered dietitian, focused on prevention and dietary treatment of various health issues, as well as plant-based diets.
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