Researches say that close to 70% of world could be facing an epidemic of D Vitamin deficiency. Vitamin D has a huge impact on the health and function of your cells. It reduces cellular growth (which promotes cancer) and improves cell differentiation (which puts cells into an anti-cancer state). That makes vitamin D one of […]
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Vitamin B12 Benefits, Foods Rich in Vitamin B12, Supplementation
All B vitamins are water-soluble. They help to convert carbohydrates, fats, and protein into energy, or glucose. B vitamins are necessary for keeping the liver, skin, hair, and eyes healthy. They also play a role in the nervous system, and they are needed for good brain function. The B vitamins are sometimes called anti-stress vitamins, […]
Most Common Auto-Immune Diseases
A healthy immune system defends the body against disease and infection. But if the immune system malfunctions, it mistakenly attacks healthy cells, tissues, and organs. Called autoimmune disease, these attacks can affect any part of the body, weakening bodily function and even turning life-threatening. Currently there is no clear scientific evidence why autoimmunity occurs however, […]
Main Inflammatory Markers to Focus in a Blood Test Report
Below are some of the important blood test markers for indicating inflammation in our body. These indicators signify the level of inflammation in our bodies. They could be used to analyze and treat various infections, chronic diseases, autoimmune diseases and and lifestyle disorders. ANA (Antinuclear Antibody) Test Reference range: 1:40 to 1:60 An ANA test […]
Anti-Inflammatory Diet
An Anti-Inflammatory diet is a diet that does not induce immune response in our bodies which causes inflammation. It nurtures and strengthens the immune system instead of triggering it needlessly. Read Chronic Inflammation, Causes, Risks – Fit Body to Fit Mind Read Acute vs Chronic diseases – Fit Body to Fit Mind In simple terms […]
Chronic Inflammation, Causes, Risks
Chronic inflammation can have long-term and whole-body effects. Chronic inflammation is also called persistent, low-grade inflammation because it produces a steady, low-level of inflammation throughout the body, as judged by a small rise in immune system markers found in blood or tissue. Low levels of inflammation can be triggered by a perceived internal threat, even […]
Foods and Supplements for Improving Thyroid Function
Foods good for proper thyroid function Eggs: whole eggs are best, as much of their iodine and selenium are found in the yolk, while the whites are full of protein Meat: all meats, including lamb, beef, chicken, etc. Fish: all seafood, including salmon, tuna, halibut, shrimp, etc. Vegetables: Eat a lot of colorful vegetables (cruciferous […]
Immune system and Factors that Impact Immune System Function
Your immune system is your body’s defense system against External microbes (like virus, bacteria, fungi, protozoa), Pollutants and allergens Inflammatory foods When your immune system doesn’t work the way it should, it is called an immune system disorder Be born with a weak immune system. This is called primary immune deficiency. Get a disease, usage […]
Benefits of Intermittent Fasting or Time Restricted Feeding
When you do water only fasting, insulin levels drop and human growth hormone increases. Your cells also initiate important cellular repair processes and change which genes they express. Intermittent fasting helps you eat fewer calories, while boosting metabolism slightly. It is a very effective tool to lose weight and belly fat (visceral fat) in a […]
Benefits of a High Protein Diet
A high-protein diet reduces hunger, helping you eat fewer calories. This is caused by the improved function of weight-regulating hormones. Muscle is made primarily of protein. High protein intake can help you gain muscle mass and strength while reducing muscle loss during weight loss. People who eat more protein tend to have better bone health […]
Nutrition for Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – A hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges. The cause of polycystic ovary syndrome isn’t well understood, but may involve a combination of genetic or lifestyle factors. Causes PCOS sometimes is exacerbated due to lifestyle issues. Generally it may affect women who are overweight, having […]
Elimination Diet for Chronic Lifestyle Diseases
For autoimmune diseases like psoriasis, Inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, certain allergies, inflammation in the body due to inefficient immune system, some migraine headaches, gastric issues, indigestion, brain fog – try with “elimination diet”. Read Chronic Inflammation, Causes, Risks – Fit Body to Fit Mind Read Acute vs Chronic diseases – Fit Body to Fit […]
Truth about Triglycerides in Blood Lipid Profile
Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in your blood. When you eat, your body converts any calories it doesn’t need to use right away into triglycerides. The triglycerides are stored in your fat cells. Later, hormones release triglycerides for energy between meals. If you regularly eat more calories than you burn, particularly from […]
Genetics and Epigenetics
Genetics: The blueprints of our body. Genetics is a study about genes, gene variants, heredity. Genetics explains traits in the human body through presence or absence of a nucleotide sequence of a DNA. Examples: A person having blue eyes, someone having long legs, someone having dark skin. Epigenetics: Factors that control how our genes are […]
What are The Causes of Inflammation in Our Body?
Inflammation is body’s way of signaling the immune system to heal and repair damaged tissue, as well as defend itself against foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria. Without inflammation as a physiological response, wounds would not heal and infections could become deadly. However, if the inflammatory process goes on for too long or if the inflammatory […]