The Six Attributes of a Great Nutritionist

The Six Attributes of a Great Nutritionist

Are you considering a career in nutrition? Nutritionists play an integral role in helping people to achieve their health and wellness goals. It takes a special set of skills and qualities to be a successful professional nutritionist. Unveiling the Six Essential Attributes of a Professional Nutritionist Have you ever wondered what attributes are necessary to…

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Hair Relaxer and Cancer Risk: What to do When You Fall Victim

Hair relaxer and cancer risk

Recent research findings have linked chemical relaxers, also known as perm solutions, to an increased risk of uterine and ovarian cancer. While it may sound unrelated, one is exposed to several toxic chemicals during hair straightening and relaxing treatments. And when misused or over a long period, such chemicals can cause significant harm. Aside from…

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How To Handle the Aftermath of Medical Malpractice

How To Handle the Aftermath of Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is more common than you imagine, and the painful part is that you get wronged by a person you trust with your health and life. Countless patients report negligence or malpractice every year. Unfortunately, such incidents may have dire consequences, such as pain and suffering, disfigurement, disability, and mental anguish. Victims often end…

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How To Overcome Your Apprehension About Dentures

How To Overcome Your Apprehension About Dentures

Sitting in the dentist’s chair is stressful, but you cannot avoid it. You must absolutely get your half-yearly check-ups and address any dental issues sooner than later. The thought of getting dentures is daunting, and the anxiety is understandable. After all, it is a giant leap after living your whole life with natural teeth. You…

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Alternatives for Red Meat

sausage and eggs

Swapping red meat for other proteins could improve heart health. By Matthew Kadey, MS, RD Red meat can certainly fit into a well-balanced diet. But eating it every day—especially if you’re choosing processed options like sausages, bacon, and hot dogs—can increase your chances of poor health, including heart disease. Luckily, alternatives for red meat can lower that…

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5 Air Fried Foods That Help You Stay Fit

air fryer with chickpeas

Air fryers are a terrific way to spare time and eat healthily. It’s a kitchen appliance that gives you almost the same result as a deep frier but without the use of any oils. Spicy chickpea Chickpeas can be made in several ways. For instance, you can boil them and eat with curry, mash them…

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Trulicity

Trulicity, diabetes

Trulicity is a weekly injection taken at any time of the day (with or without food) by adult diabetes patients under the instruction of a medical practitioner. It helps manage type two diabetes by stimulating the body to naturally release its own insulin in response to blood sugar after you eat, inhibit the release of…

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7 Superfoods to Eat to Prevent Sunburn

superfoods

Real sun protection doesn’t come from slathering on sunscreen. It comes from the inside out, from avoiding inflammatory foods and getting plenty of good protective fats, which help the body anti-inflame and heal.  The biggest thing you can do to prevent sunburn is to eat an anti-inflammatory diet. Avoid all grains, legumes, soy, dairy that isn’t…

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New Nutrition Score May Help Consumers Make Better Food Choices

Nutrition Score

As part of an effort to help consumers better understand a food’s nutritional value, researchers at RTI International (Research Triangle Park, NC) developed an algorithm that gives food an overall nutrition score that could make it easier for consumers to make healthy food choices. The algorithm, published in the December issue of the Journal of…

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