A balanced diet comprises food items from five food groups (vegetables, fruits, grains, dairy and protein) that are known to deliver all necessary nutrients that an individual requires. A balanced diet not only helps in maintaining health but it also helps to lower the risk of diseases. Dietary guidelines around the world explain that all […]
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One in five deaths worldwide linked to unhealthy diet
Eleven million deaths worldwide in 2017 were linked to people eating poor diets high in sugar, salt and processed meat that contributed to heart disease, cancer and diabetes, a global study found. The research, published April 3 online in The Lancet, found that among 195 countries studied, the proportion of diet-related deaths was highest in […]
Parkinson’s disease – myths and facts
Parkinson’s disease is an alarming neurodegenerative disorder. This is manifested by progressive deterioration of motor functions due to an inability of neurons to produce dopamine. It is more accurately characterized by slow loss of muscle control, which results in the trembling of the limbs and head while the person is at rest. Stiffness, slowness, and […]