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Sometimes what we mistake for belly fat is actually bloat. A slow digestive system is one of the main culprits for this.  Luckily, research shows that some food tips could effectively help to support your digestion as well as help you to be flatter and feel more comfortable in your clothes. 6 food tips to shrink your tummy Eat more fiber: Eating a combination of soluble and insoluble fiber is an effective way to stay regular and avoid the bloated feeling that comes with constipation.   ...

Cholesterol is a type of fat that is essential to cell membrane functioning. Our body already produces all the cholesterol it needs to work properly. When our diet is too rich in cholesterol-forming foods, it produces too much LDL cholesterol, the kind that clogs the arteries and increases risks of cardiovascular diseases.  Luckily, there are some foods that naturally lowers LDL cholesterol levels while keeping HDL (good) cholesterol levels steady. 7 best foods to lower cholesterol 1-    ...

Avocado is often turned down because of its high fat content. However, studies have shown that not only avocado fat didn’t lead to weight gain; it even helps to boost metabolism speed after a meal. But much more than to rev-up your metabolism, avocado has great health benefits, including detoxification support.  Very rich in antioxidants, those anti-ageing substances that fights cardiovascular diseases and protects against cancer, avocado contains almost as much as antioxidants that 125 ml ...

Protein, protein, protein! It's the first thing you hear when you start a plant-based lifestyle. Suddenly, all you hear is but where do you get your proteins?” And while we might not need as much protein as we been taught (see post protein brainwash), protein still provides the building blocks for our cells. Also, when our protein intake remains very low, there are more chances to fill the gap with carbs, which can have a big impact on our blood sugar. Frequent and repeated insulin peaks i ...

Brain diseases such as Alzheimer and dementia are on the rise. According to new perspectives, more and more people will suffer from them as they age. But there’re things you can do to support your brain health.  What you eat can bring you all the ingredients your brain needs to stay at its peak.  Those foods not only protect the brain from aging, it can also help you stay focused and help with stress management.  Not to mention that all those foods are also rich in antioxidants, which makes ...