Heart Health: What foods to avoid for high cholesterol?

It鈥檚 important to be aware of the foods that might lead to high cholesterol since they can raise the risk for heart disease and stroke. If you鈥檙e attempting to decrease your cholesterol, the following foods should be avoided or consumed in moderation: Animal source including red meat, butter, cheese, and cream contain saturated fats. Lean meat cuts and low-fat dairy items are preferable since they may raise good cholesterol levels while lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol levels....

January 10, 2023 路 9 min 路 Ayoade Moses (BSc, MSc, RNutri, Healthy Eating Evangelist)

What PCOS mean?

A frequent hormonal condition affecting women of reproductive age is polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). It is characterized by a variety of symptoms, some of which include acne, excessive hair growth, and irregular menstrual cycles. Additionally, a lot of women with PCOS have little cysts on their ovaries, which is how the illness got its name. Though the actual etiology of PCOS is unknown, an imbalance in hormones, particularly those that control ovulation, is likely to be a contributing factor....

January 8, 2023 路 9 min 路 Ayoade Moses (BSc, MSc, RNutri, Healthy Eating Evangelist)

PCOS Diet 101: Foods to Avoid for Optimal Management

Women of reproductive age are often affected by the hormonal condition known as a polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Multiple ovarian cysts, irregular periods, and high levels of androgens are its defining features. Although the precise origin of PCOS is unknown, insulin resistance and inflammation are considered to have a role. Dietary and lifestyle modifications are among the best methods to control PCOS. While certain foods should be avoided because they might make PCOS symptoms worse, others can actually benefit the disease....

January 6, 2023 路 9 min 路 Ayoade Moses (BSc, MSc, RNutri, Healthy Eating Evangelist)

Managing High Blood Pressure: How much sodium per day for high blood pressure?

Millions of individuals all around the globe suffer from high blood pressure, sometimes referred to as hypertension. High salt consumption is one of the primary risk factors for hypertension. Sodium is a mineral that is often present in many foods and is also added as a preservative or taste enhancer. Adults should keep their salt consumption under 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day, according to the American Heart Association. It is advised to further restrict salt consumption for those with hypertension to no more than 1,500 mg per day....

December 31, 2022 路 11 min 路 Ayoade Moses (BSc, MSc, RNutri, Healthy Eating Evangelist)

Eating for a Healthy Heart: High blood pressure best foods

Millions of individuals all around the globe suffer from high blood pressure, sometimes referred to as hypertension. Genetics, way of life, and food are only a few of the contributing factors. One of the best methods to control and prevent high blood pressure is via nutrition, and several foods have been specifically proven to be advantageous for preserving good blood pressure levels. These foods are helpful for lowering high blood pressure;...

December 29, 2022 路 6 min 路 Ayoade Moses (BSc, MSc, RNutri, Healthy Eating Evangelist)