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A social media post claims that eating spicy food increases your lifespan. We did a fact check to term this claim as mostly false.
In the year of establishment of the above-mentioned profession in India, the average starting salary for a dietitian was Approx. ₹3-5 lakhs per annum. However, this can increase vastly with experience and area of specialization. “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food,” said Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician often regarded as the father of modern medicine. Increasingly, people are becoming more health-conscious and this has raised the profile of nutrition and dietetics as a profession. If you love food and are concerned about its effects on health, then this career will not only be development-oriented but also…
One reason may be that healthy foods are often more expensive than packaged foods. Packaged foods tend to have higher amounts of salt, refined grains, sugar and unhealthy oils not recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The CDC notes that high blood pressure and high cholesterol caused by consuming too much salt are the leading causes of heart disease and stroke. Current guidelines recommend getting less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) of salt a day, but most Americans consume more than 3,400 mg a day, on average.The culprit? More than 70% of the salt that Americans eat comes from packaged, processed, store-bought…
Thanksgiving is filled with family, friends and of course, lots of delicious food. For some, the holidays are not exactly something they look forward to and instead they bring on anxiety and other concerns. If you’re dreading having to share space with certain family members, luckily you’re not alone. Besides the stressors that come from being around certain relatives, you may also be nervous about the actual meal, too. A day centered on food and alcohol can present a challenge for those who are trying to reach certain health goals without subscribing to diet culture. Instead of feeling guilty or anxious,…
No matter the distance you’re training for, speedwork can lead to major improvements in performance. In addition to faster times, speed training can help you develop a stronger stride, put on more muscle, reduce your risk of injury, and improve your running economy, among other science-backed health benefits. For professional runners, it’s a staple session throughout their training buildups. In December 2023, Runner’s World caught up with elite running power couple Sage Hurta-Klecker and Joe Klecker at The Running Event (TRE), a week-long trade show and conference that brings industry leaders and retailers together in Austin, Texas. While attending TRE…
These movements also improve joint and bone health and burn between 200-300 calories per 30-minute game—36 percent more calories than steadily walking the same amount of time. Pickleball also gets the blood pumping, as research shows that a person’s average heart rate during a game qualifies the sport as a moderate-intensity workout, providing “improved cardiorespiratory fitness, lower blood pressure, and a better cholesterol profile,” says Dalleck, who co-authored the study.Edwards also praises pickleball for helping with hand-eye coordination and aiding in neuromuscular communication, better posture, and improved balance. “Eventually we are coordinated enough to hit a dink or a smash,…
This 60-minute webinar, Gut Microflora, Diet, and Pathogens: Key Factors in Swine Digestion, dives into the pivotal role of the gut microbiota in swine digestion, nutrient absorption, pathogen defense, and overall health.By optimizing gut health through targeted feed and supplements, producers can unlock benefits such as improved pig performance, enhanced animal welfare, reduced environmental impacts, and lower costs.Why attend?Insights from leading experts in swine nutrition and microbiota research.Innovative strategies to improve gut health and boost swine performance.Interactive discussions during a live Q&A session with the panelists.Meet the speakers:Three distinguished experts will share their knowledge on feed and nutrition strategies for…
2024 marks 35 years in business for entrepreneur Lorna Jane Clarkson.The key to a good morning routine is a good night routine“I love a good morning routine, and for me it starts with going to bed a little earlier and establishing a night routine that makes for better sleep,” she shares.“My night routine starts by reducing my caffeine intake from lunchtime and switching off from technology around 6pm. I keep my bedroom dark, choose reading over watching TV and have a magnesium drink just before going to bed.“I like to begin my day slowly, which sounds unrealistic, but I make…
As we spiral headfirst towards the season of gift-giving and celebration, one’s sense of wellbeing can require a little calibrationNovember 20, 2024 Shorter days, central heating, flu season, busy calendars, late nights and excessive indulgence – each with its own delights – can take a toll before we even know it. But to be forewarned is to be forearmed – with some preemptive measures and a stockpile of feelgood hacks, we can all shimmer this winter. Embrace a witchy facial As the days get shorter, we tend to look inward more than ever – at Salon C Stellar in Soho,…
On location at the Grand Velas, mental health expert Beverly Beuermann-King shares tips on breaking the stress response when dealing with a high anxiety client case.