Dietary – Nutrition — My Health

Leaving Breakfast Can Cause Obesity

leaving breakfast obesity Leaving Breakfast Can Cause Obesity Other than eating mindlessly and lack of exercising factors which often have been discussed, many did not know that stress and irregular eating schedule, especially not taking breakfast are among two contributors to the increase of bodyweight problem especially when the age of a person enters the door of 30s.

Research done by Harvard University on 1,355 men and women (starting 1995 to 2004) found that the measurement of women waistline (and bodyweight) are influenced by several causes of stress, including family, career, financial problems and the helplessness feeling because of life obstacles.

24-03-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

category: Dietary - Nutrition, Lifestyle, Obesity

Some Information on Bisphenol A (BPA)

What is bisphenol A?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a substance produced in large quantities for use mainly in the manufacture of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins.

Where is BPA found?

Polycarbonate plastics have many uses including use in some food and drink packaging, e.g., water and infant bottles, CDs, medical devices and impact-resistant safety apparatus. Epoxy resins are used as varnishes to coat metal products such as bottle tops, food cans, and water supply pipes. Some dental sealants and composites may also add to BPA exposure.

16-03-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

category: Dietary - Nutrition

High Cholesterol Scares

After a check at a clinic, I found that my blood cholesterol level was found in high level. Now I choose healthy food. Apart from that what are the advice for those who experience high cholesterol level in their blood?

You Are What You Eat – Eat the Right Foods

you are what you eat You Are What You Eat – Eat the Right Foods You are what you eat and your health depends on it – and it is very true indeed. Here are just a few instances:

Heart stroke and heart disease have been directly related to high fat diets.
The National Cancer Institute estimate 35% of cancer deaths may be directly related to diet.
Foods rich in fiber aid in weight loss, lower cholesterol and lessen certain cancers.

03-02-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

category: Dietary - Nutrition

Blueberry Lowers High Blood Pressure

blueberry Blueberry Lowers High Blood Pressure The natural compound found in blueberry is able to lower risk of high blood pressure for individual who is suffering from it.

Scientist reported that individual who eat at least one serving of blueberry every week can reduce the risk of hypertension up to 10 percent compared to those who did not eat the fruit.

Blueberry contains a chemical compound known as flavonoid, which is an antioxidant that can also be found in dark chocolate and tea.

28-01-2011 by Drali @mesrahealth

category: Dietary - Nutrition