Food and Fruits

  5 Health Benefits of Apples 1. It Protects your heart Multiple studies show apples are good for your ticker-in multiple ways. Their high fiber content has been shown to help improve cholesterol levels (lowering bad LDL cholesterol and increasing good HDL cholesterol). A new small clinical trial found subjects who ate 2 apples a day for 8 weeks had significantly lower LDL cholesterol levels than those who didn't eat the fruit. The researchers cite apples' fiber, but also polyphenols—you benefit from whole fruit's nutrients working together. A review of data published by Florida State University also found that people who ate whole fruits-including apples-were less likely to develop high blood pressure. And the Women's Health Study showed that women who ate apples over the seven-year study period had up to a 22 percent reduced risk of heart disease. Finally, a Dutch study found that eating apples and pears was associated with a 52 percent lower risk of stroke-thanks to ...

Plant-based diets emphasize enjoying a variety of foods from plants while limiting consumption of animal products. Unlike vegan and vegetarian diets, most plant-based diets don’t eliminate meat or animal products entirely. Instead, these foods are enjoyed only in moderation and are not generally considered the main focus of the diet. Effectiveness Plant-based diets are particularly rich in fiber — the parts of plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, and whole grains that are resistant to digestion. Fiber helps keep you full between meals to promote weight loss. Research suggests that plant-based diets may be more effective for weight loss than conventional diets and may even lead to greater improvements in blood sugar levels, cholesterol levels, and inflammation  To learn more about plant-based diets, you can check out the book “The Plant-Based Diet for Beginners” by Gabriel Miller, which offers a variety of resources, including recipes and shopping lists. Pros less restrictive ...

The natural approach Looking to spice up your sex life? There are a variety of things you can do in your everyday life that can help. Consider these natural approaches: Eat aphrodisiac fruits. Grab some chocolate. Try herbs. Take the supplement yohimbine. Boost your self-confidence. Limit your alcohol intake. Reduce your stress. Get plenty of sleep. Build trust in your relationships. Consult a doctor. What exactly is the libido? Libido is just another name for sexual desire or the sex drive. A variety of internal and external factors can have an effect on your libido, from your hormone levels to your medications to your sleep habits. Everyone’s libido is different, but most people see their libido decline as they age. 1. Try eating certain fruits Little evidence supports the effectiveness of certain foods, but there’s no harm in experimenting. Figs, bananas, and avocados, for example, are considered libido-boosting foods, or aphrodisiacs. These foods also provide important vitamins and...

Who does not love ice-cream? If you’re probably like most people, you love it. But if you’re trying to lose weight and wondering if you can eat ice cream, the answer is yes. While regular ice cream is packed with sugar and calories that might cause weight gain, the good news is that you can still treat yourself in moderation. In fact, you should occassionally indulge yourself with small wins. “I am a big believer that restriction and deprivation lead to overindulging and weight re-gain, meaning eating dessert plays a role in achieving those weight-loss goals,” says Brigitte Zeitlin, R.D., owner of  BZ Nutrition.  So if you’re an ice cream lover, rather than cutting off ice cream completely, aim for one or two scoops to satisfy your cravings.

APPLE  Apples are not just crunchy, sweet and satisfying. As part of a smart diet, they can help protect against serious diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer and more. Consider them your healthy secret weapon. You've heard it a zillion times: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away." Turns out there's more truth to that than you might think. Studies show apples have powerful health benefits, particularly when it comes to fighting chronic diseases that kill millions of people each year. Here's a short list of how eating more apples can help keep you healthy, along with some apple-licious ways to add them to your meals. Apple Nutrition The nutrition varies slightly between the different apple varieties, but not all that much. Here's the nutrition breakdown for 1 medium apple: 95 calories 0 g protein 0 g fat 25 g carbohydrates 4 g fiber 8 mg vitamin C 98 IU vitamin A 195 mg potassium Apples are high in water content (they're 85 percent water) and...