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Sodium: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

One of sodium’s main functions is to balance the amount and distribution of water in our bodies, playing a key role in the control of our blood pressure. Similar to chloride … See more

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Physical Activity And Health Eufic

WEB4.6 Psychological health. There is evidence that physical activity can reduce the symptoms of depression by boosting mood and feelings of well-being. 1, 11 Even …

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9 Proven Benefits of Physical Activity Eufic

WEBHere are nine proven benefits of regular physical activity. Helps maintain a healthy body weight. Lowers blood pressure. Decreases the risk of heart disease. …

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Healthy bones for life Eufic

WEBNutrition and bone health. Two nutrients key for bone health are calcium and vitamin D. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in bone. During childhood and …

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The Functions of Fats in the Body Eufic

WEBCholesterol. All animal cells contain cholesterol, a lipid that plays a role in the membrane’s fluidity and permeability. Cholesterol is also a precursor of vitamin D, …

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10 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Adults Eufic

WEB10 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Adults. 1. Eat a variety of foods. 2. Base your diet on plenty of foods rich in carbohydrates. 3. Replace saturated with unsaturated fat. 4. …

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Choline: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

WEBHow much choline you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of 18) …

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The benefits of fruits and vegetables Eufic

WEBFruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. Not only do these colourful foods add flavour and variety to your meals, but they also pack a …

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What are non-communicable diseases and how can we reduce our …

WEBReferences. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major public health concern globally and their prevalence is increasing due to an increasing life expectancy, …

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Health conditions Eufic

WEBThe World Health Organization defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Health conditions, …

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Phosphorus: foods, functions, how much do you need & more

WEBHow much phosphorus you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of …

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What is the microbiome and why is it important

WEBThe microbiomes of soil, plant, animal, and marine ecosystems are key to environmental health and a food system which delivers highly nutritious, affordable, safe …

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Gut microbiota’s effect on physical and mental health (MyNewGut)

WEBOur physical and mental health can be strongly affected by ‘our microbes ’, or so to say, the small organisms (such as bacteria) which form the microbial ecosystem …

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What are prebiotics and probiotics and are they important for

WEBPrebiotics are non-digestible fibres that act as food for microorganisms, promoting their growth and activity. 2 Probiotics on the other hand, are living …

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Measuring burden of disease: The concept of QALYs and DALYs

WEBDisability-Adjusted Life Year (DALY) The DALY is an alternative tool which emerged in the early 90s, as a means of quantifying the burden of disease. DALYs sum …

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The importance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids Eufic

WEBBoth omega-3 (ω-3) and omega-6 (ω-6) fatty acids are important components of cell membranes and are precursors to many other substances in the …

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Chloride: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

WEBHow much chloride you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of …

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What is Fructose and Is It Bad for You

WEBFructose is the main naturally found sugar in honey and fruits (e.g. dates, raisins, figs, apples, and freshly pressed fruit juices) and in small amounts in some …

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Lab grown meat: how it is made and what are the pros and cons

WEBLab-grown meat refers to meat developed from animal cell culture, and not via traditional raising and slaughter of living animals. 1 It is not an imitation of meat …

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