Category: Health

Lose Belly Fat~

How to lose stubborn belly fat, keep it off, and when you can expect to see results (msn.com)

a young girl looking at the camera: To lose belly fat, you'll have to reduce overall body weight through diet and exercise. Aja Koska/ Getty Images
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Important: Taking drastic measures to reduce weight can lead to some unhealthy eating behaviors. Before making major changes to your diet or lifestyle, be sure to check in with your primary care doctor or a dietitian for advice and guidance.

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Foods That Lower Cholesterol

The 40 Best Foods for Lowering Your Cholesterol, According to a Nutritionist (msn.com)

First, a quick explainer: Cholesterol is a waxy substance that travels through your bloodstream, but not all of it is bad. HDL cholesterol (also known as “good” cholesterol) actually sweeps away LDL cholesterol, or what’s commonly referred to as the”bad” kind. A high LDL level puts you at risk for heart attacks and strokes because it can clog arteries with plaque, a condition called atherosclerosis. A blood test can determine whether you have high cholesterol, and your doctor may recommend exercise or medication in addition to a healthier diet.

Caroline Picard, Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN 

Melting Your Gut With…

Slide 1 of 10: Looking to melt your middle? Don't worry, it's a lot easier to do than you think. All you have to do is incorporate these nine food groups, each of which helps to fight inflammation, boost metabolism, and—most important of all—turn off your fat genes and reverse your body's tendency to store fat. These best foods to melt belly fat are designed to provide protein, fiber, and healthy fats at every meal to help boost metabolism and fight hunger. They'll maximize your levels of macronutrients to shut down your genetic fat-storage mechanisms, while also minimizing excess sugars, refined carbohydrates, and additives that are known to aggravate the stomach and lead to inflammation and weight gain.The result will be not only fast, easy weight loss but an almost immediate sense of energy, a leaner midsection, and a lighter body. Your pants will fit better within days!Here are the nine best foods that melt belly fat, and for more healthy eating tips, and be sure to check out our list of 100 Unhealthiest Foods on the Planet so you know what to avoid.Read the original article on Eat This, Not That!
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9 Foods That Will Melt Your Gut Away (msn.com)

Foods That Might Not Be Good For Your Heart, Says a Cardiologist.

Cardiologists Say These Are The Worst Foods For Your Heart, And There Goes My Whole Diet (msn.com)

Slide 2 of 41: Ditch the deli."Even the lower-fat versions of cured lunch meats contain the preservative sodium nitrate," says Suzanne Fisher, RD, LDN, founder of Fisher Nutrition Systems in Cooper City, Florida. Nitrates may increase internal inflammation, and"chronic inflammation has a direct link to the development of atherosclerosis," the stiffening or narrowing of the arteries, she adds.
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Slide 11 of 41: In another example of“not all fats are bad,” take a second look at the nutrition label of your cold cereal. Does it have more than eight grams of sugar per serving to make up for its low-fat level? Skip it.“Dietary fat was the enemy for so many years. Now, most experts agree that a diet high in added sugar may be just as big of a threat by contributing to obesity, inflammation, high cholesterol and diabetes—all of which are risk factors for heart disease,” Batayneh says.
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Slide 12 of 41: Not all nut milks are created equal.“Flavored and sweetened milk substitutes line supermarket shelves, making it difficult to choose the healthiest option,” Fisher says. She suggests snagging a cardio-protective nut milk, such as unsweetened almond milk. Additions, like chocolate and vanilla flavoring, can quickly crank up the calories.
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Healthy Meal Tips

Your Ultimate Meal Plan for Eating Healthier All Year (msn.com)

Slide 1 of 6: In partnership with Wonderful® PistachiosThe start of 2021 may be inspiring you to clean up your diet to make it healthier, more nutritious, and less processed, which is a fantastic goal. But, as we all know, it can be hard to adjust to new eating habits—especially if they require you to ditch the very foods you used to love. So, here's how to make it easy: Simply vow to eat more plants!Loads of research has shown that adding fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts into your daily diet is one of the best ways to eat healthier. Why? It's the easiest way to consume all of the important vitamins, minerals, and fiber your body needs, and, at the same time, reduce your intake of all the added preservatives, sugars, and oils that come in processed foods like chips, candy, soda, fast food, and other mass-produced items. Consumption of unhealthy levels of fat and sugar can cause a slew of unwanted side effects, such as potential weight gain and other serious health concerns. The list of upsides of eating more plants truly seems endless.Here are some easy and actionable ways to start eating more plants at every meal, which will result in you having a much healthier diet throughout the rest of the year.
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Burn Fat With Vegetables Via Instagram

Foods That You Should Eat Daily

Slide 2 of 6: At the bottom of the pyramid, you have three major components to focus on for your day—fruits, vegetables, and daily physical activity. According to the Mayo Clinic, a majority of your diet should come from produce like fruits and vegetables, which makes sense given that these foods are the richest in good nutrients for your body like vitamins and minerals. Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables means your body has a better chance of getting a variety of those vitamins and minerals throughout the day. An easy way to ensure that variety is to try and eat foods from all colors of the rainbow.Here are 9 Warning Signs You're Not Eating Enough Vegetables.
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Slide 6 of 6: That's right, sweets are still part of the food pyramid—but just at the very tip of it. Having a small sweet every now and then (especially one of these 76 Best Healthy Dessert Recipes) is completely okay in someone's diet. The key is to portion control your sweets and keep them within a certain calorie range—like indulging on one of these 25 Low-Calorie Desserts to Buy Under 150 Calories once in a while.All in all, the Mayo Clinic says following this food pyramid is quite simple: "Eat most of your food from the groups at the base of the pyramid and less from the top—and move more."Fill each of your plates with the key elements recommended by the Mayo Clinic: Fruits and vegetables, whole-grain carbohydrates, and protein. And try to move your body! The Mayo Clinic Diet recommends moving your body for at least 30 minutes every day—and that doesn't always mean hardcore exercise. Going for a walk, taking the stairs instead of the elevator, or other creative ways to get your body moving each day are perfectly fine. Or try one of these 25 Easy Exercises That Make You Feel Better.
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Healthy Habits For Losing Belly Fat

5 healthy habits that can help you lose belly fat (msn.com)

Waist size, especially in women, is a better predictor of heart attack risk than BMI (body mass index).

5 healthy habits that can help you lose belly fat (msn.com)