Showing posts with label NUTRITION. Show all posts
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Monday 29 November 2021

THE EMERGENCE OF Crystal meth (MKPURUMMIRI)



 Methampethamime (mkpurummiri ) has become rampant especially among the youths in the South-Eastern part of Nigeria. This hard drug is not only limited to the youths of the South-Eastern part of Nigeria but others in different parts of the country.

  According to Enactafrica, United Nation Office on Drug and Crime (UNODC) in 2018 estimated 89000 Nigerians to be taking methamphetamine.

It is now the trending story of the youths  and it is mostly known as mkpuru mmiri on the street but also has other street names such as “ice” . “Crystal meth” amongst others. 

 Mkpurummiri is a very addictive substance which has sent many youths to early grave while rendering others useless due to mental illness. Methamphetamine is a psycho-stimulant drug taken by the youth due to its euphoric effects on the body.

 It is taken for the pleasurable effects on the body of the user not regarding the fact that the drug kills an individual slowly. It affects the brain and triggers the release of dopamine (pleasure hormone). 

According to National Institute of Health, Methamphetamineine is a powerful, highly addictive stimulant that affects the central nervous system . 

A medical source pointed out that meth(mkpurummiri) ) is dangerous not only because it is composed of toxic substance but it severely dehydrate the body.

In 2019 NDLEA raised an alarm following the discovery of a laboratory in Anambra state where this hard drug(methamphetamine) was produced and sold.

 NDLEA Special Enforcement team commander Sunday Ziranyay reportedly said that Meth was a serious threat and that Nigeria risked turning into a narco-state.

 Despite the health implication/risks associated with this hard drug, its daily consumption is on the increase especially among the youths in the eastern part of the country. 


Also NDLEA commander in Imo state Mr. Nse Inam while recalling the achievement of the organization, lamented  increasing abuse of methamphetamine popularly known as mkpuru mmiri in Imo state by more than 10 percent.  

The Chief executive of a Lagos pharmaceutical company while responding to enactafrica, pointed out that the growing incidence of methamphetamine is mainly due to the depressed economic reality faced by the youths in Nigeria.


According to an article in  Aelicious, the introduction of mpuru mmiri has done more harm to our youths with nothing good to show. It also pointed out the high rate of kidnapping cultism armed robbery money rituals raping madness and other ugly stories since the existence of mpuru mmiri. 

9jainform shared the same view when it estimated the number of madness in the streets will be tripled in the next three years if nothing is done to curb the growing rate of consumption of mkpuru mmiri among the youths.

Commissioner of youth empowerment and creative economy, Prof. Theresa Obiekezie, at a workshop organized for the youth stressed on the increasing incidence of methamphetamine abuse and pointed out that it has destroyed many youths, led to vandalization of public properties, ignited various degrees of violence among the youth.


 Mkpurummiri  can be taken in various form, it can eaten or snorted up the nose and still, it can be mixed with a liquid and injected into the body with a needle. Crystal meth can also be smoked in a small glass pipe. 

Because mkpuru mmiri is a stimulant, it deprives the users of quality sleep needed for healthy living. Longer use of the drug can lead to fatality or death of an individual


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Sources:Akeliciou.net/mkpurummiri

Nimedhealth.com.ng/mkpurmmiri/all you need to know including the side effect

Madniaja.com/mkpuru mmiri

Opera news/mkpuru mmiri

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Saturday 22 April 2017

Science shows 5 skills that determine success

How wealthy your background may determine how successful you will be in life, science have found out some of the skills to will determine the success of a person. According to new research published in PNAS, the official journal of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States, researchers from the University College London followed 8,119 men and women to determine which life skills most directly contributed to their health and success. However they found that wealth, and happy upbringing did not necessarily determine how healthy and successful they were in life, but instead they identified some personality traits. According to the research, Emotional Stability is one of the skills one has to possess. To be successful in life, start with your own mental health, the researchers pointed out. "Our ability to stay 'in check' with our emotions is one of the most powerful life skills we have," explains Joshua Klapow, PhD, a clinical psychologist and Associate Professor of Public Health at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. According to him, Emotional stability is like a regulator on our life skill set. " It allows us to experience life but to come back to a middle ground." Researchers at the Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus found that those who were more in control of their emotions could handle typical work stressors better, leading to further opportunities and success at work and less stress overall. 2 Determination According to a research conducted by the U.K.'s University of Kent on the top skills employers look for when searching for new employees. Determination was among the top 10. Individuals with determination often gets to their required destination no matter the obstacles. Determination also boosts health. According to Dr. Klapow, "Determination is critical for health and well-being as the majority of our health and well-being goals require daily prolonged effort. 3 Self - Control According to a study, those who continued to exhibit the highest amount of self-control through their lives were less likely to develop health problems, have a substance addiction, have low income, or commit a crime. "As we learn to look at the world as a series of events and situations that we can exert control over, we feel mastery and predictability. That allows us to remain calm, to be determined, and to take action," says Dr. Klapow. According to him, it is not a matter of having false beliefs that we can control everything in our lives, but rather looking at situations and challenges and believing that our own actions can have an impact. 4 Optimism The University College London study, led by psychology professor Andrew Steptoe and his colleague Jane Wardle, showed that optimism, when combined with at least some of the other life skills, had profound impacts on our ability to take better care of our health and find success later in life. A study in Clinical Psychology Review researched the impact of optimism alone on health and success and revealed that optimistic people are more resilient to life's stressors, allowing them to move past negative aspects of their jobs and everyday lives more easily. 5 Conscientiousness This implies a desire to do a task well. Conscientious people are efficient and organized. A study in Frontiers of Psychology found that high conscientiousness more consistently determined one's life satisfaction, income, and success than the other life skills examined, including emotional stability and cognitive ability. Conscientiousness is a reliable predictor of academic grades, job performance, marital stability, and physical health. University of Illinois psychologist Brent Roberts told businessinsider.com According to Harvard Medical School, you can heighten your conscientiousness by hanging around conscientious people who can encourage positive behaviors. Further Reading: http://www.rd.com/health/wellness/ife-skills-for-health-wealth-and-success/

Thursday 20 April 2017

Mercury poisoning: What are the possibly effect??

Mercury is a toxic metal which is widely dispersed in nature. Human activities like coal burning and gold mining are currently the main sources mercury being released to the environment.

In the Journal of Natural Medicine Dr. Nan Fuchs states, “Mercury is considered one of the most toxic substances on earth. Mercury poisoning is as a result of exposure to the toxic metal.Mercury poisoning can equally occur as a result of being exposed to water - soluble forms of mercury (like methylmercury), inhaling mercury vapour, or by ingesting any form of mercury. According to Environmental Protection Agency, the most common way people in the US get exposure to mercury is by consuming fishes containing this health hazardous heavy metal. According to the World Health organization, dental fillings are a larger source of mercury exposure to humans than all other sources combined. Mercury research indicates that mercury spreads through the body within 2 weeks according to the International Academy of Oral Medicine. The risks from mercury in fish and shellfish depend on the amount of fish and shellfish eaten and the levels of mercury in the fish and shellfish. Therefore, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are advising women who may become pregnant, pregnant women, nursing mothers, and young children to avoid some types of fish and eat fish and shellfish that are lower in mercury. The scientists, based at the Harvard T.H.

Chan School of Public Health, suspect that prenatal exposure to methylmercury, known to have toxic effects on the developing brain and nervous system, may limit the ability of nervous system tissues to grow and develop. Numerous studies show that high exposure to mercury changes and poisons the nervous system, which can result from irritability, fatigue, behavioral changes, tremors, headache, hearing and cognitive loss, hallucination, and even death. "Mercury exposure can also negatively affect the cardio - vascular system, causing high blood pressure in humans and animals." Faculty of Medicine at the University of Calgary stressed that dental mercury damages brain neurons. Cognitive function improves with aerobic exercise, but not for people exposed to high levels of mercury before birth, according to research funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), part of the National Institutes of Health. “…mercury can adversely affect the immune, urinary, cardiac, respiratory and digestive systems, " the International Academy of Oral Medicine pointed out. Sources: National Institutes of Health (NIH) Hindawi Science daily

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Sources:
 www.healthline.com/understanding Mercury poisoning.
www.medicalnewstoday.com/Mercury: symptoms and early signs 

Palm oil and its many benefits>>

Palm oil is a type of edible vegetable oil that is derived from the palm fruit, grown on the African oil palm tree.

 Oil palms are originally from Western Africa, but can flourish wherever heat and rainfall are abundant. Palm Oil is used in around 50% of products consumers purchase and use on a daily basis.

 Palm Oil and derivatives otherwise known as fractions of the oil are used in the manufacture of prepackaged food, cosmetics, cleaning products, hair care, soaps and personal care items. Palm Wax is used in the manufacture of candles. 

 Red palm oil has regenerative tendency. Palm oil is rich in phytonutrients that are very important to health. According to Mehmet Oz, a doctor and Bryce Wyld, aternative Medicine expert, two compounds found in the oil - carotene and tocotrienols are of great importance to health. According to him, carotene is a super antioxidant, while tocotrienol, a special form of vitamin E is cardio - protective.

 According to findings, tocotrienols exhibit their potent antioxidant properties and aid in inhibiting the development of skin, stomach, pancreas, lung, liver, breast, prostate, colon, and other cancers. Regular vitamin E cannot perform this.

 Researchers pointed out that the fruit oil provides protection against age related brain and heart diseases, aterial blockage and unhealthy level of low density lipo - protein (LDL cholesterol). WebMD also pointed out that palm oil contains saturated and non saturated fats, vitamin E, beta carotene and possibly anti - oxidant effect. "Palm oil is used for preventing vitamin A deficiency, cancer, brain diseases, ageing and for treating malaria, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and cynanide poisoning."


 It also helps in body metabolism. Researchers from Monash University (Australia) and University of Uyo (Nigeria) analyzed the key components that make palm oil so unique and both came up with strikingly similar conclusions:

 It is different from other plant and animal oils in its fatty acid composition (50% saturated, 40% unsaturated, and 10% polyunsaturated). 

 In one study published in the British Journal of Biomedical Science, it was reported that despite the high levels of saturated fat in palm oil, the oil did not contribute to atherosclerosis and/or arterial thrombosis.

8 Researchers suggested that this is due to the ratio of saturated to unsaturated fats in the oil, as well as its rich nutrient profile. Where coconut oil has around 90% MCFA’s (fat your body can easily burn for energy) palm oil only contains around 50% MCFA’s.

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Sources: PALM OIL INVESTIGATIONS Mercola.com/palm oil
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Saliva test could predict how long a person lives

According to scientists. a saliva test could predict how long we have got left to live. Researchers found that levels of a particular antibody falls the nearer a person gets to death. Antibodies are large Y-shaped proteins used by the body to identify and fight infection. They are secreted by white blood cells. After a research which took them over 19 years, they found that the levels of secretory immunoglobin A (IgA) fell the nearer the person got to death. The researchers claimed that the chemical appears to be a marker of mortality risk, and is much less invasive than blood sampling. The research was published in the journal PLOS One. Dr Anna Phillips, from the University of Birmingham, said: ‘There are a number of factors that can affect how well we produce antibodies and maintain their levels. ‘There are some that we have no control over, such as age, heritability or illness, but our general state of health can also affect their levels; stress, diet, exercise, alcohol and smoking can all influence those levels.’ ‘Quite how saliva samples could be used in check-ups remains to be seen, as we need to better understand what secretion rate would be considered cause for concern - what we call the protective level. 'We could certainly say that, if found to be extremely low, it would be a useful early indicator of risk.’ Other methods of predicting how long a person has to live have been developed based on questionaires. An online test called the UK Longevity Explorer has been developed which can determine whether someone will live for the next five years. The test could be used as way of looking at overall health by professionals as part of a general check-up. The test was developed by Swedish scientists. Source: Mailonline

Saturday 8 April 2017

Lead Poisoning - who is at risk?

Lead is a toxicant that affect multiple body systems and is particularly harmful to young children, according to World Health Organization. Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal found beneath the Earth crust. Human activities such as mining, burning fossil fuels, and manufacturing have caused it to become widespread, according to Mayo Clinic. Lead poisoning is a serious condition and can lead to death. It occurs when lead is build up in the body. Lead can be found in some paints, batteries, solder, pipes, pottery, canned foods, some toys and some cosmetics. Lead can also contaminates the soil and water. Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine has it that lead can damage almost every system in the human body and it can also cause high blood pressure (hypertension). Aaron Reuben, a graduate student in clinical psychology at Duke University pointed out that lead can be toxic to many parts of the body but in particular can accumulate in blood stream and pass through blood brain barrier reach the brain. Lead can develop many symptoms which may include abdominal cramp, irritability, high blood pressure, kidney dysfunction, memory loss and anemia in adult. While in children, the symptoms may include behavioral problems, impaired brain function, growth delay and others. At high levels, lead can damage the kidneys both in children and adult, but very high levels can cause seizure, unconsciousness and death, according to Mayo Clinic. Even small amount of lead can cause serios health problem. WHO IS AT RISK Children are most vulnerable to lead poisoning because the are more likely to put objects containing lead and lead contaminated objects in their mouth, which can lead to mental and physical impairment. It is particularly harmful to the developing brain of the fetus and the young children. It also affect their nervous system as it is still developing. According to research, work exposure has been identified as the major cause of lead poisoning in adult. Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines childhood lead poisoning as a whole - blood lead concentration equal to or greater than 10 micrograms/dc. Sources: healthline.com NPR pulic health Mayo Clinic

Sunday 2 April 2017

Eating legumes may lower the risk of type 2 Diabetics

New research shows that a high consumption of legumes significantly reduces the risk of developing the disease. Legumes are a food group rich in B vitamins, contain different beneficial minerals (calcium, potassium and magnesium) and sizeable amounts of fibre. Legumes are a very healthy food because it is low in fat and high in protein. Legume family consist of beans, lentils, peanuts, peas, soybeans etc. They contain a variety of phytochemicals - bioactive compounds that further improve the body's metabolism and have been suggested to protect against heart disease and diabetes. researchers from the URV's Human Nutrition Unit in collaboration with other research groups in the PREDIMED study analyzed the association between the consumption of the different sub-types of non-soy legumes and the risk of type 2 diabetes among individuals at high cardiovascular risk. The study also analyzes the effects of substituting legumes with other foods rich in proteins and carbohydrates, and the findings were published in the journal Clinical Nutrition. After 4 years of follow-up,it was revealed that individuals with a higher consumption of legume had a 35% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, expecially a particular legume known as lentils. Those participants who had a higher consumption of lentils during the follow-up (nearly 1 serving/week) compare to those individuals with a lower consumption (less than half a serving per week), had a 33% lower risk of developing the disease. The researchers also found that the effect of replacing half a serving/day of foods rich in protein or carbohydrates, including eggs, bread, rice and baked potato, for half a serving/day of legumes was also associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes incidence. The researchers highlight the importance of consuming legumes to prevent chronic diseases such as diabetes, but state that further research must be conducted in other populations to confirm these results. Sources: medicalxpress medicalnewstoday

Saturday 25 March 2017

What is Vitamin B12 and why do you need it>>>

Vitamin B12 is a nutrient that helps to keep the body's nerve and blood cells healthy. It helps in making DNA and other genetic materials. It also plays a wide role in metabolism. It is known as energy vitamin because your body requires it for energy production. Whenever you feel weak, probably your suffering from vitamin B12 deficiency. It can only be found in animal products like egg, meat,shellfish and other products. It is a water soluble vitamin. According to Dr. Joseph Mercela, a world renown physician and multiple New York Times bestselling author, vitamin B12 is the power house, macro-nutrient A that gives you optimal energy level and loads of vital health benefits. You should know that vitamin B12 is one of the vitally important nutrients that have a significant impact on your health, says Mercela. The signs of vitamin B12 deficiency include exhaustion, rapid heartbeat, brain fog, and other symptoms, says Maggie Moon, RD, a Los Angeles- based nutritionist and owner of everyday healthy eating. Vitamin B12 deficiency can be severe. Since it supports the function of the brain, it's deficiency can lead to brain impairment. According to the NIH, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for vitamin B12 is: Infants 0–6 months: 0.4 micrograms Infants 7–12 months: 0.5 micrograms Toddlers 1–3 years: 0.9 micrograms Children 4–8 years: 1.2 micrograms Children 9–13 years: 1.8 micrograms Adult men and women over age 14: 2.4 micrograms Women who are pregnant: 2.6 micrograms Women who are breastfeeding: 2.8micrograms Sources: WebMD NhsUK

Sunday 8 January 2017

Excessive Consumption of Catfish Is Dangerous according to Expert

According to a medical practitioner at Abuja Federal Medical Center,Arikawe Adeolu,excessive consumption of catfish could increase one's chance of developing heart diseases. He noted that the catfish contained omega-6 fatty acids that could increase the level of inflammation in the body. He added that inflammation is the underlying cause of cardiovascular diseases, certain cancers and diabetes. He further added that though the presence of omega-3 fatty acid in catfish has a lot of health benefits,its ratio is by far lesser than the omega-6-fatty acid. According to him, it is necessary we consume in moderation to prevent health complications. He stated the role of the each fatty acids and pointed out that when catfish features a lot in your diet, you consume more omega-6 fatty acids in your diet than the protective omega-3 fatty acids thereby putting yourself in danger of contracting disease. He said catfish was a good source of protein, rich in essential amino acids needed to build muscles, bones and different tissues in the body. "catfish contains a moderate amount of calories per serving or per gram, hence, was an ideal choice for those watching their body weight. "catfish is rich in phosphorus and magnesium, which are essential micro-nutrients that play a significant role in a lot of biochemical processes in the body. "Catfish has a very low amount of mercury, which is very toxic to the human body and can, when consumed in large quantities, damage the nervous system," according to him. Source:Premium times

Tuesday 9 August 2016

Why do i need Vitamin C everyday...

Image result for picture of vitamin cVitamin C also known as Ascorbic acid is a necessary requirement for the body tissue growth, development and repair. It is abundant in vegetable and fruits.
 It is water -soluble and a powerful anti-oxidant. It can not be stored in the body, which means its needed in the body on a daily basis.

 According to Marie Murphy, a nutrition scientist at the British Nutrition Foundation, Vitamin C helps protect cells and keep them healthy. "It is also involved in the production of collagen, which maintains healthy connective tissues, important for the support and structure of tissues and organs including the skin, bones and blood vessels." Vitamin C helps the immune system to fight diseases

. It helps you get rid of chemicals that damage the cells. It neutralizes the "free radicals" in the body created Image result for picture of vitamin cby pollution and cigarette smoke. Research suggests that free radicals can build up and contribute to the development of health conditions such as cancer, heart disease and arthritis.

Vitamin C is essential to the brain function as it helps the key hormones such as norepinephrine that carries signal from the brain to other parts of the body. It is also suggested that Vitamin C slows age related factors down. Vitamin C also helps in healing the wound as it facilitates the growth of the connective tissues, which speeds up the process of healing wounds.. Some studies also suggest a link between Vitamin C and a lower risk of cataracts.


Source: http://www.webmd.com

Friday 29 July 2016

AFRICAN PEAR

Image result for pics of african pearIt is popularly known as Ube among the Igbos in the south eastern part. Its Botanical name is Dacryodes edulis. It has an African origin precisely  the eastern part of Nigeria. The African pear is also prevalent in other parts of African countries and has different names. Like other fruits, African pear is noted to possess some health benefits which researchers believe that it;s chemical components.  African pear is believed to be anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-hypertensive, diuretic, and antispasmodics in nature. African pear is a fleshy luscious fruit that is rich in oils and minerals. It is particularly believed to high in calcium and can provide the daily requirement for calcium. Calcuim is a requirement for the development and maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. Reseachers also believed that eating African pear regularly may help to prevent some forms of cancer.

 

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Thursday 28 July 2016

How much do you know about SNAILS...

Image result for image of snailBiological name: Helix aspersa
Snail is known for its shell. They belong to a group of animals with a soft body called molluscs. The shell protects it's soft body. It withdraws back into the shell whenever it is disturbed. Snails is a good source of protien however some cultures forbids it. Snail has different names in different parts of the world. In Nigeria it is prepared as CONGO meat. It is of many species and has some health benefits attached to eating it. Such benefits are:

Snail contains selenium which are important minerals and nutrients to fight diseases such as cancer and heart disease. 
Snails contain other minerals such as magnesium which plays important role in the body, iron which helps our red blood cells transport oxygen to all parts of the body and phosphorus which is also vital to the growth and repair of tissues. chpelez.blogspot.com

Monday 28 March 2016

Cashew and toothache: What you should know>>>

Image result for picture of cashew>>>>>>>Many people are familiar with chew not. The cashew belongs to the family Anacardiaceae. It is classified as Anacardium occidentale. The cashew tree, native to the Americas, primarily Brazil. It also be widely found India and some parts of Africa.

Cashews have been used as a folk medicine for centuries. It has been reported that indigenous people used cashew leaves and bark to treat toothaches. The active chemical is anacardic acid with a 15 carbon unsaturated side chain. The anarcadic acids tend to destroy Gram positive bacteria which causes tooth decay.

An independent report has also been published by Charles Weber who describes using cashew nuts to eliminate tooth abscess. According to him, gram-positive bacteria, which cause tooth decay, among other diseases are killed by chemicals in cashew apples, cashew shell oil, and probably cashew nuts. He stated that the acid can be lethal to bacteria in 15 minutes.  He claims to have used cashew nuts on several occasions to successfully treat an abscessed tooth.

He simply made nuts the main part of his diet for 24 hours, and he observed positive results on each occasion. In another study, Two Japanese scientists, Masaki Himejima and Isao Kubo, confirmed that bacteria-fighting components found in cashews and juice destroy tooth decay and other infections, and could be used commercially. The report which was published in The Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, suggested that the cashew compounds could be safely included in toothpastes and mouth washes. According to Kubo, these compounds also appear to interfere with production of the microbes’ enamel-eroding acids.


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              www.healthyandnaturalworld.com








Wednesday 23 March 2016

Tips for eating a healthy breakfast


>>Breakfast is thought to be the most important meal of the day because it refuels the body after a long night fast. A study has shown that children who eat a healthy breakfast before starting the school day achieve higher academic results than pupils who do not.


Image result for picture of a healthy breakfastAccording to a dietitian and spokesperson for the British Dietetic Association Chloe Miles,  breakfast is an important meal that gives the body and mind energy to start the day, and should be regarded as an opportunity to nourish the body. She also pointed out that it is important not to skip any meal, however breakfast should provide about 20 to 25 per cent of your daily nutritional requirements. It is very important to start the day and break the overnight fast.

Monday 21 March 2016

Eatting a healthy diet>>>>

Eating a healthy diet makes you stay healthy and limits the occurrence of some diseases. Sometimes people feeling a healthy diet is quantity instead of quality. This means consuming the right amount of food and drink to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. However, these tips may help you eat a healthy diet.

Eat variety of foods>>>Eating a variety of different foods will supply the nutrients that are essential for our bodies. No single food contains all the nutrients that our bodies need and eating variety of food ensure you get all you need or is required to keep the body healthy and free from disease.







Fruits and Vegetables>>>>These are vital to the body as they are important sources of vitamins and minerals. The combination of these vitamins and minerals helps the body to stay healthy. In addition, There are high in dietary fiber which is very important  as it can provide the body with many health benefits as well, such as helping to maintain a healthy weight and lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease.




Starchy foods>>> Starchy foods such as potatoes, bread, rice and cereals should be added to your diet as they also are high in fiber. They also contain some essential nutrients such as calcium, iron and B vitamins.










Image result for pics of fish diet
Include fish in your diet>>>Fishes especially oily fishes contains omega-3 which is very good  for the body. Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and may help lower risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, and arthritis. Omega-3 are also important for cognitive (brain memory and performance) and behavioral function. Fishes are also important source of protein and may also contain vitamins and minerals. Fishes can also be good for bone healthy. Nuts are also good for your diet.



Roast Beef Stock PhotoCut down on sugar and saturated fats>>>> Saturated fats can increase the amount of cholesterol in the body which can increase the risk of developing certain diseases such as heart disease. The Heart Foundation has found that increasing amounts of saturated fats in your diet will cause a rise in the level of bad cholesterol’ in your blood and decrease the level of ‘good cholesterol. Foods high in added sugars and refined carbohydrates such as cakes, biscuits, soft drinks and other sweetened beverages are not healthy choices as they can contribute to tooth decay.

Drink much water>>>Water helps you to stay hydrated without adding extra calories to your daily
intake. Water also help to remove toxins from the body while also aiding in weight loss.




Source: http://www.berkeleywellness.com
             https://www.nutrition.org.uk
              http://www.nhs.uk