Category: Food EN

Eat fruits and vegetables of different colours every day. Plants contain different pigments, or phytonutrients, which give them their colour. Different-coloured plants are linked to higher levels of specific nutrients and health benefits. Eating a variety of colours will increase your intake of different nutrients to benefit various areas of your health. (Healthline) Red, orange, yellow, green,...

Do You Know: The food you eat directly impacts your psychological well-being. Feeling down? Try avocados. Avocado can help fight depression. It contains healthy fats that nourish the brain; as well as potassium and magnesium that help calm the body and mind. This fruit also has folate and Vitamin K, both of which lower symptoms of depression. It also contains tryptophan, which produces the happy...

French fries — they’re greasy, starchy and a comfort food for many. But reaching for fried foods may have a negative impact on mental health. A research team in Hangzhou, China, found that frequent consumption of fried foods, especially fried potatoes, was linked with a 12% higher risk of anxiety and 7% higher risk of depression than in people who didn’t eat fried foods. The link was more...

Drinking enough water each day is crucial for many reasons: to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood; and is essential for proper digestion and helps prevent constipation. Although 80% of your daily water intake usually comes from...

Most people focus solely on cutting calories to lose weight. High calorie foods – which can lead to weight gain – are almost always artificial and processed and do not provide any significant nutritional value. However, it’s also crucial to consider the types of foods that you’re eating. A high-calorie vegetable salad which is high nutrients is better for health than a low-calorie...