Tag: #CholesterolAwareness
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The Nutritional Wonders of Eggs! ๐ฅ
๐ฐ๐ผ Happy Easter! ๐ผ๐ฐ One large egg has 70 Calories, 6g of Protein, 5g of Fat, 1g of Carbohydrates and 0g Fiber. True: Eggs are a popular Easter symbol due to their ancient association with fertility and rebirth. Which part of the egg is considered the main source of protein? ย c) White (albumen). While the…
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Iron Absorption: Foods to Watch ๐ซ if You Need Iron
Just as some foods can improve iron absorption, others can hinder it. Foods containing phytate, found in foods like whole grains, cereals, soy, nuts, and legumes. Even a small amount can significantly decrease iron absorption. With proper soaking phytic acid can be removed from beans and lentils. Calcium-rich foods: Calcium is an essential mineral for…
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๐ทIron Absorption: Foods to Combine ๐ซ to Avoid Iron โ ๏ธ
Just as certain foods can enhance iron absorption, others can block it. Interestingly, once you pass the age of 50, prioritizing iron intake becomes less crucial! Think coffee, cheese, red wine ๐ท, and chocolate ๐ซโdelicious, and ideal for blocking iron absorption. Foods rich in phytate, such as whole grains, cereals, soy, nuts, and legumes, can…
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Iron: ๐ฟ Beneficial Nutrient or Potential Concern? ๐
๐ธ Beneficial for Women of Reproductive Age, ๐ฉ Potential Concern for Men and Women After 50 ๐ฅฆ Iron deficiency anemia is a major health issue worldwide, affecting both developing and developed countries. It’s estimated that one-third of the world’s population is affected. One of the Global Nutrition Targets set by the WHO which should be…
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Iron: A strong pro-oxidant and Key Player in Aging After 50 ๐ง
Iron is crucial for life, yet its reactivity can be harmful. As we age, iron builds up and is linked to various age-related diseases. Specifically for women: Iron’s impact on aging past 50 is often overlooked yet significant. Before menopause, women need around 18 milligrams (mg) of iron daily. After menopause, that requirement goes down…
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๐The Power of Food Synergy! The magic of ๐ Octopus with Olive Oil ๐ฟ
Cholesterol level (CL) is growing concerned as health issue in human health since it is considered one of the causes in heart diseases. Meet LDL and HDL cholesterol: LDL, the ‘bad’ one, sticks to blood vessel walls, making them narrow. HDL, the ‘good’ one, clears LDL from the bloodstream. โค๏ธ In general, between the ages…