Most Americans consume too much sugar. At its most basic, sugar is a simple carbohydrate and a primary source of energy. However, many widely available foods and beverages contain added sugar. Natural sugars are found in whole, unprocessed foods such as fruit, yogurt and other dairy products, maple syrup, vegetables
Grains are an important component of diets worldwide. They provide protein, carbohydrates, fiber and other essential nutrients. Grains are the seeds of different types of grasses grown for food, including wheat, rice, barley, farro, quinoa and millet. Each grain is made up of three parts: the bran, germ and endosperm.
Protein is found throughout your body — in your muscles, bones, skin, hair and every other tissue. At least 10,000 different proteins make you who you are and keep you that way. Protein plays a fundamental role in promoting and sustaining overall health. Its functions range from growing and repairing
Everywhere you go, you see people carrying big, colorful water bottles. In addition, a variety of water additives are being marketed these days, including electrolyte powders, vitamin and mineral supplements and flavor enhancers. This may lead you to wonder how much water you should drink each day — and whether
Although rucking may seem like just the latest outdoor fitness craze, it is a regular part of human life and something people have done throughout history. Very simply, rucking is walking or hiking with added weight, usually carried on your back. Rucking has its origins in the military, and the
Mindfulness is a term you may hear often these days, and it refers to being consciously aware of a particular focus. You can be mindful about almost anything, from your breathing and emotions to the ways you listen or communicate, or even the way you practice gratitude. Mindfulness can also
For a long time, scientists believed that you were born with the same number of brain cells you would die with. However, we now know that brain cells continue to grow throughout your life, a process called neurogenesis. Neurogenesis is the formation of new neuron cells in the brain. There
You have probably heard people referring to the term “whole grains” or seen it advertised on the packages of the foods you buy in the grocery store. You also likely know that whole grain foods are better nutritional choices. But what exactly are whole grains? Grains are the seeds of
Inflammation can be a significant health concern and is often associated with your diet. On a basic level, inflammation is your body’s natural response to injury or illness and usually goes away on its own. However, chronic inflammation is a different kind of inflammation that can affect your whole body.
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