Nutrition
The Blue Zones: Areas where people are living better and longer
Blue Zones are areas of the world where the longevity of the inhabitants is well above average. The inhabitants of these regions have a lifestyle that has several common characteristics that contribute to their longevity.
Saturated fats, coconut oil and cardiovascular disease
Even though it is of plant origin, coconut oil is a source of saturated fat and should only be used occasionally to avoid an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
Intermittent fasting: A new approach to weight loss?
Instead of uniformly decreasing the amount of calories consumed each day, which seems almost impossible to do for most people, intermittent fasting involves alternating periods of normal food intake with periods of fasting more or less extended.
The effects of coffee on cardiovascular disease
Coffee is a beverage that has several positive effects, not only for the prevention of cardiovascular disease, but also for general health.
Type 2 diabetes can be cured
A significant loss of weight can normalize blood sugar levels and completely eliminate diabetes without medication or medical intervention.
Dark chocolate is good for the heart!
The consumption of dark chocolate is associated with a reduction of the risk of cardiovascular disease, with a maximum effect around 45 g per week.
Coronary heart disease: A healthy lifestyle can overcome bad genes
It has been known for several years that there is a genetic predisposition to coronary heart disease.