Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant produced by the body and found in all cells, helping to transform glucose into energy. Furthermore, this acid can regulate blood sugar, promote weight loss and take care of heart health. Antioxidants prevent damage caused by free radicals to healthy cells, so alpha-lipoic acid helps reduce oxidative stress. As […]
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Coconut is a fruit with a low glycemic index and rich in fiber that helps control hunger and improves bowel function. Thus, this fruit can promote weight loss and combat constipation. Furthermore, coconut also has excellent amounts of potassium, a mineral that helps eliminate excess sodium in the urine, helping to prevent high blood pressure. […]
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Peach is a fruit with a high fiber and water content that helps to prolong satiety and reduce hunger throughout the day, making it a great food option to include in weight loss diets. Furthermore, peach also has good amounts of beta-carotene, vitamin C and chlorogenic acid, compounds with antioxidant action that help fight free […]
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Glutamine is an amino acid produced in the body, but it can also be supplemented and brings several benefits to the body. A glutamine, also known as l-glutamine or glutamine, is an amino acid that is produced naturally by the body, around 80%. The remaining 20% is obtained through food and supplements. This amino acid […]
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for being rich in minerals and have a high nutritional value, Chestnuts are a great ally for those who want to take good care of their diet. However, handling this product is something that goes unnoticed and must be taken into consideration, as if done incorrectly it can cause harm to health. “Chestnuts are a […]
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Regular consumption of garlic and onion contributes to reducing blood cholesterol levels, thanks to the presence of the substances allicin and alliin, which have hypotensive, antioxidant and lipid-lowering effects, which act by reducing the formation of free radicals, in addition to repairing injuries and protecting the cell integrity. Studies have shown that daily consumption of […]
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Some foods, such as cocoa, oats, cashew nuts, green beans, guava, turmeric and apple, may be recommended to help lower blood cholesterol. This is because these foods are rich in fiber and bioactive compounds with antioxidant and lipid-lowering properties, which prevent the oxidation of fat cells by free radicals and reduce fat absorption at the […]
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Pregnancy vitamins, such as folic acid, vitamin B12 and B6, vitamin C or omega-3, can improve egg or sperm quality and fertility, increasing the chances of getting pregnant, as well as promoting development health of the baby during pregnancy. These vitamins can be taken in the form of supplements, multivitamins, but can also be found […]
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The artichoke is a medicinal plant rich in water, fiber and flavonoids, in addition to having good amounts of vitamin C and minerals, such as potassium and phosphorus, having antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, probiotic and antidyspeptic (combats poor digestion) action. ). Known as hortense artichoke, common artichoke or eating artichoke, the plant helps reduce cholesterol and […]
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Cascara santo is a medicinal plant widely used to treat constipation, due to its laxative effect that stimulates bowel movements and promotes the elimination of feces. The laxative effect promoted by this plant is milder than other natural laxatives, such as aloe vera or senna, for example. Furthermore, the sacred cascara, whose scientific name is […]
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