According to 2020 statistics, Canadians have steadily reduced their intake of beef and pork in recent years. Some avoid eating meat for ethical reasons, while others are worried about negative health effects.1 Meat is a great source of protein, which is an important building block for the body.2 However, meat can also have high amounts […]

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Dementia is a leading disability and the seventh cause of death in the elderly.1 In 2015, 47 million people were diagnosed, and this number is estimated to triple in the next 30 years.2 With the high prevalence of this disease and no effective treatments, special attention is paid to identifying and influencing the risk factors […]

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Artificial sweeteners vs. sugar Aspartame and sucralose are popular amongst consumers looking for a healthy sugar substitute. Attacking sugar as the cause of obesity and heart disease is a typical practice. The use of artificial sweeteners continues to be studied. New data is contraindicating the trend of artificial sweeteners as a healthy alternative. Some of […]

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Vitamin D is essential for maintaining a balance of calcium in the body, as it increases the absorption of dietary calcium in the intestines.1 Your body can get vitamin D from a variety of sources. Spending time in sunlight is a major source of vitamin D, and so are certain foods like fish. Vitamin D […]

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Diverse communities of microorganisms live all over the human body – both inside and outside.1 These microbial cells exist in almost equal proportions to human cells, with an estimated total number of 38 trillion.1 In the human gastrointestinal tract, the resident bacteria of the gut microbiome help with digestion and are influenced by the types […]

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What are the best foods to promote bone health? A healthy balanced diet, combined with proper exercise, is recommended to promote bone health from childhood to old age.1 Maintaining a healthy body weight is recommended to avoid being exposed to higher risk of bone fractures.1 In particular, the NHS recommends calcium, vitamin D to promote […]

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Inside that hard shell, walnuts are packed with beneficial components such as antioxidants, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, protein, and fiber.1  According to the Prevención con Dieta Mediterránea, or PREDIMED, clinical trial, the long-term adoption of a Mediterranean diet, which consists of healthy foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans, with mixed nuts is linked […]

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Recent research suggests that bananas have potential health benefits. Although they may be a favorite fruit, are bananas good for brain health? The brain is considered the control center, arguably making it one of the most important organs in the human body. This complex network of cells is responsible for breathing, coordination, memories, thoughts, speech, […]

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