Nutrition & Fitness
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Is the Keto diet safe for someone with high cholesterol?
Created by Zoya Ansari (1 month ago)
The Ketogenic diet is high in fats, which can elevate LDL cholesterol in some individuals. If you have pre-existing dyslipidemia, a standard Keto diet may pose cardiovascular risks. We recommend consu...
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What is 'Mindful Eating'?
Created by Aditya Deshmukh (1 month ago)
Mindful eating is the practice of paying full attention to the experience of eating—noticing the colors, textures, and flavors, and listening to your body's hunger and fullness cues to prevent overeat...
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Why do I feel 'sore' the day after a workout?
Created by Sana Ansari (1 month ago)
This is called Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS). It is caused by microscopic tears in the muscle fibers. It is a normal part of the strengthening process. Light movement and hydration help it reso...
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Is 'Organic' food actually healthier?
Created by David Fernandes (1 month ago)
Organic food has fewer pesticides and no GMOs, but nutritionally, it is very similar to conventionally grown produce. The most important factor for health is eating *enough* fruits and vegetables, reg...
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Why is 'Fiber' important in a diet?
Created by Mary D'Souza (1 month ago)
Fiber adds bulk to the stool, preventing constipation. It also slows the absorption of sugar, which helps control blood glucose, and can lower cholesterol levels. Most adults should aim for 25-30g of...
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Are 'fats' bad for my heart?
Created by Pooja Kulkarni (1 month ago)
Only certain fats. Trans-fats and excessive saturated fats can be harmful. However, Monounsaturated and Polyunsaturated fats (found in avocados, nuts, and fish) are essential for heart health and horm...
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What is the best 'Pre-workout' meal?
Created by John Fernandes (1 month ago)
A meal high in complex carbohydrates and moderate in protein is ideal, such as oatmeal with fruit or a peanut butter sandwich. Eat this 1-2 hours before exercising to provide sustained energy without...
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Can Vitamin C prevent the common cold?
Created by Priya Patel (1 month ago)
Vitamin C will not prevent you from catching a cold, but regular supplementation may slightly reduce the duration and severity of the symptoms once you are sick.
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Does drinking green tea help with weight loss?
Created by Joseph D'Souza (1 month ago)
Green tea contains antioxidants called catechins that can slightly boost metabolism. However, the effect is very small; it will not lead to significant weight loss without a controlled diet and regula...
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How much protein do I really need per day?
Created by Imran Siddiqui (1 month ago)
The RDA for a sedentary adult is 0.8g of protein per kilogram of body weight. However, if you are active or trying to build muscle, you may need 1.2g to 2.0g per kilogram.
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