An improved life through better health
Many of us have heard of blue zones, or the communities across the globe including Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan; and Ikaria, Greece, where people seem to be doing it right—living longer, healthier, happier lives. Researchers introduced the blue zones in 2000, and a 2004 academic paper used it to describe an “an area of extraordinary... Continue Reading →
Just finished watching this documentary - and must admit I'm a bit shocked. Impressed. I thought I know quite a bit about how what we eat impacts the environment, but this documentary shows data and consequences which I did not have a clue. Eating plant-based must be a priority; the world cannot continue as it... Continue Reading →
Another interview that shows the benefits of fasting - 12 to 13 hours a day. I've tried it - it's not that hard. Just calculate about 12 hours from the time you had dinner, and then start thinking about breakfast 😉 Interesting take from the interview, on nutrition: We studied the diet of Italian children... Continue Reading →
When it comes to reducing obesity, evidence shows that changing food environments is more effective than measures that try to educate or change the behaviour of individuals. https://media.nesta.org.uk/documents/changing-minds_about_changing_behaviours_Xi5X9RC.pdf
avoid processed food (in other words, don't eat anything that your grandmother wouldn't;t recognize ;)) reduce sugar intake. If possible, remove it entirely! think about morning cereals... reduce the amount of salt you eat use your car less and walk more eat 5 portions at least of fruits and vegetables do at least 30 minutes... Continue Reading →
The Food and Drug Administration announced new rules for nutrition labels that can go on the front of food packages to indicate that they are “healthy.” Now, manufacturers can only label their products “healthy” if they contain a meaningful amount of food from at least one of the food groups or subgroups (such as fruit,... Continue Reading →
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