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Joint Pain After Cancer Treatment: Understanding and Managing

07/02/24

Cancer is a disease that can affect many facets of a person’s life, from physical effects to emotional challenges. Among the side effects of cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and hormone therapy, joint pain or “arthralgia” is frequently reported. Origins of Post-Chemotherapy ArthralgiaAccording to recent studies, arthralgia can be caused by medications used to treat […]

Oncology

Fats: What are the best choices for your Keto lifestyle?

17/11/22

If you are starting a keto diet, it is important for you to identify the best sources of fats which will help your body maintain ketosis. Monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are considered as healthier fats, saturated fats are still keto friendly if they are consumed in moderation. Let’s begin with the best foods rich in […]

Keto

Part 1-How to Build Muscle By Calculating Your Daily Caloric Intake (Even On A Vegetarian Diet!)

13/12/18

Protein is an essential nutrient necessary for not only building muscle, but also for losing fat. Gaining muscle might be your objective, so in this multi-post series, we’ll tell step-by-step how to build muscle, starting with this article that will teach you how to calculate the number of calories you should consume in order to […]

Fitness and motivation

How Vegetables Can Help with NASH

31/03/23

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a type of liver disease that is becoming increasingly common, especially among people who are overweight or have diabetes. NASH is characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver, which can lead to inflammation and scarring, and eventually liver failure. There is currently no specific treatment for NASH, but recent […]

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Electrolytes in the ketogenic diet

02/12/22

You often hear that electrolytes are essential for your keto lifestyle. In this article you’ll find out why, and how to deal with loss of electrolytes on a keto diet. Let’s get started by briefly defining electrolytes. They are mineral salts which when dissolved in a liquid (blood for instance) have an electric charge. In […]

Keto

Exercise as a Potential Treatment for NASH

31/03/23

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) is a liver disease characterized by fat accumulation, inflammation, and liver cell damage. It is a growing concern worldwide due to its link with obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Currently, there is no approved specific pharmacological therapy for NASH, and lifestyle modifications such as diet and exercise are the primary interventions. In […]

NASH

Does the keto diet increase your cholesterol?

06/12/22

Cholesterol is an important building block for your cells. To maintain good cardiovascular health, it’s crucial to have an appropriate ratio between the two types of cholesterol (HDL and LDL). HDL (good cholesterol) collects excess cholesterol and transports it to the liver where it is metabolized. In other words, HDL cleans your blood vessels. LDL […]

Keto

Keeping Diabetes in Control During the Holidays

23/12/16

The holidays are a great opportunity to spend time with friends and family. However, these gatherings are often centered on a meal – which can make things very challenging for individuals with diabetes. Too much worry about portion selection can induce stress and anxiety. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) suggests to start meal planning in […]

Diabetes

7 Things Not to Say to Someone With Diabetes

17/08/16

Understand the misconceptions to show your support for those living with this chronic illness. For the more than 29 million Americans who have diabetes, living with the disease is challenge enough. However, awkward, ill-informed or insensitive remarks can add to the difficulties faced. To address misconceptions, it’s important to know what not to say to […]

Diabetes

Diabetes Self-Management : how to know the Glycemic Index?

27/11/15

Over the past few weeks we’ve looked at several common meal-planning approaches for diabetes management. There are other approaches out there, too, including fat gram counting and the use of sample menus. And chances are, you might use your own approach or a hybrid of approaches. The point is that there is no one right […]

Diabetes

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

29/12/17

Oh yes – It is possible to celebrate the season without gaining weight! Even if you are motivated, the holiday season is challenging for everyone. Staying on track can seem quite overwhelming. However, you can still have fun without giving up your healthy habits. Here are some simple strategies to avoid holiday weight gain: Do […]

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