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If you plan it right, what you eat can help keep you healthy and energized all day long. The key is to maintain balanced blood sugar levels and to eat meals made up of low glycemic index carbohydrates combined with protein and small amounts of healthy fats. Steady energy feels great. To optimize your daily energy level, try adding some of these foods into your meal plan. Oatmeal . The complex carbs in oatmeal mean it’s a slow-burning source of energy. Oats also boost serotonin production which can help us manage stress and enhance learning and memory function. Caveat: sugar-packed packets of flavored instant oats are worth avoiding. Make your own instead and load them up with berries, bananas and a drizzle of maple or honey for a healthy treat of a breakfast. Bananas . One of the best foods for energy, whether frozen and blended into a smoothie, sliced onto oatmeal or eaten on the go. They’re full of complex carbohydrates, vitamin B6, potassium and even a little protein.  Yogurt . The

What Happens When You Eat Spicy Food? Capsaicin is the chemical compound found in chili peppers that produces the “heat” we feel when we eat spicy foods. When you eat a hot pepper, capsaicin binds to a class of pain receptors called TRPV1 found in the mouth, on the surface of the tongue and throughout the digestive tract. “But capsaicin does not actually burn you,” Metalonis says. “Instead, it tricks your brain into thinking a temperature change has occurred, resulting in the sensation of heat and pain.” Not surprisingly, your body’s reaction to capsaicin is to cool itself down – hence the sweating that often accompanies eating very spicy food. Similarly, capillaries dilate so that heat can be directed away from the body through the skin, as seen by the flushed faces and hands of those who drench their tacos in hot sauce. In its attempt to cool itself down, your body’s temperature will rise, so not all of the heat you experience when eating spicy food is imaginary. Your body will also

Gas symptoms vary from person to person. Common symptoms of gas in the digestive tract include belching, bloating and distention, and passing gas. Having some gas symptoms is normal, especially during or after meals. Gas symptoms may be a problem if they occur often, bother you, or affect your daily activities. Foods to avoid The International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders recommend a number of dietary changes that may reduce gas. These changes can be quick and easy ways to address the issue. Keeping a food diary can also help a person to pinpoint the problematic foods. Some food groups that cause the body to produce gas include: Sugars If the body lacks the enzymes needed to break down sugars in the diet, bloating and gas can result. Examples of dietary sugars include: raffinose, an ingredient in beans and green vegetables lactose, which is present in milk and dairy products fructose, which occurs in onions, artichokes, and wheat sorbitol, an artificial sweetene

Pituitary gland conditions Several conditions can affect your pituitary gland. Most are caused by a tumor in or around the pituitary gland. This can impact the release of hormones. Examples of pituitary gland disorders include: Pituitary tumors.  Pituitary tumors are usually noncancerous. However, they often interfere with the release of hormones. They can also press against other areas of your brain, leading to vision problems or headaches. Hypopituitarism.  This condition causes your pituitary gland to produce  very little  or none of one or more of its hormones. This can affect things like growth or reproductive system function. Acromegaly.  In this condition, your pituitary gland produces  too much  growth hormone. This can lead to excessive growth, especially of your hands and feet. It’s often associated with pituitary tumors. Diabetes insipidus.  This can be caused by a problem with the release of vasopressin. It’s usually due to a head injury, surgery, or a tumor. As a result, p

It is important to know which food item can reduce this smell from your body or make it good smell instead of bad one. There are few changes which you can make in your diet in order to reduce bad body odour and promote healthy lifestyle. Here are some necessary changes you can make. Dietary Changes to Combat Bad Body Odour 1. Eat Citrus Fruits instead of bushy vegetables Citrus fruits are always good for our health it contains antioxidants that keep the digestive system health and bad breath away from your body. It also eliminates naturally occurring smells from the body and eliminates problem of bad breath. Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, pineapples and berries can help you flush out toxins from your body and can prevent unpleasant smell from occurring. Fruits having citrus acid also contain additional water that is beneficial for our body. Bushy vegetables such as cabbage, broccoli sprouts and cauliflower can increase this smell as it releases lot of sweat.  2. Eat white fish

BY ER TEXAS  1. Dairy Products May Harm Lung Health. Experts often advise people with asthma,  COPD , or lung disease to lower their consumption of dairy products. As the body digests milk, cheese, and other dairy products, it produces an opioid peptide called casomorphin. During this process, the body increases phlegm and mucus production, leading to breathing difficulties for people with lung disease. However,  studies  have found that some people don’t experience increased mucus while consuming milk. You should avoid dairy products if lactose intolerant since they can exacerbate asthma symptoms. 2. Foods That Contain Sulfites. Sulfites are commonly used as preservatives and additives in foods like dried fruits, pickled items, and alcohol. They’re also found in shrimp, bottled lime and lemon juice, and maraschino cherries. Most people can consume them without a problem, but if you have asthma, it can  cause an adverse reaction . 3. Foods That Have Salicylates. Salicylates are compoun

Bad Breath (aka Halitosis) Sure, that fried tuna fish sandwich with garlic and onion might have tasted good at lunch, but your post-lunch associates are not enjoying the cornucopia of smells you produce with every word you speak. Fortunately, there are some super foods that can help get rid of bad breath. Five Foods That Get Rid of Bad Breath: 1. Herbs such as Parsley, Mint, Tarragon, and Basil. Usually, parsley is included as a garnish on dishes at many restaurants. There are plenty of other herbs that can work as well. Dr. Christine Gerbstadt a national media spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association recommends using coriander, spearmint, tarragon, eucalyptus, rosemary and cardamom. Basically, you should aim to find any herb with a strong pleasant smell that can mask your really bad breath 2. Green Tea. In a recent study trying to find foods that reduce bad breath, the researchers concluded that “green tea was very effective in reducing oral malodor temporarily because o