Pros and Cons of a Vegan Diet
What is veganism? According to Wikipedia(1), „Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal products, particularly in diet, and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status…
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Pros and Cons of a Vegetarian Diet
What is vegetarianism According to Wikipedia(1) „Vegetarianism is the practice of abstaining from the consumption of meat (red meat, poultry, seafood, and the flesh of any other animal), and may…
Bodyweight and Weight Loss in Relation to Health
There is a direct relation between bodyweight and health. When a person is overweight, it means that they are carrying around extra weight in the form of fat. This extra…
Eating Customs and Nutritional Therapy
Eating customs can be defined as eating habits or patterns presented by the majority of the modern population. Throughout the years, such nutritional habits change and older ones are being…
The Importance of Personal Health Care in Relation to Age
Health care Personal health care is an important factor in all age groups as it can increase longevity and quality of life, improve mood and decrease the occurrence of chronic…
How to Apply Food Therapy to Treat Gout
Gout is a form of arthritis that can cause immense pain and swelling in the joints. It is caused by the buildup of uric acid in the blood, which can…
The Types of Food That Should Be Avoided by Individuals with Gout
In simple terms, gout is a form of arthritis that causes sudden, severe attacks of pain, swelling, redness and tenderness in joints. The most common joint affected by gout is…
How to Apply Food Therapy to Support Individuals Who Have a Food Intolerance or Allergy
In cases of intolerances and allergies, the role of nutritional therapy is to help control food allergies and intolerances. This can be done by working with a registered dietitian or…
The Causes and Effects of Food Intolerances and Allergies
A food intolerance is when a person has difficulty digesting a certain type of food. This can be due to the body not producing enough of the enzyme needed to…
How to Apply Food Therapy to Treat Hypertension
Hypertension guidelines The aim of nutritional therapy in hypertension treatment is to provide foods that are generally considered as healthy, exclude foods that are generally considered unhealthy, limit intake of…
The Guidelines for the Treatment of Hypertension
Hypertension Hypertension also referred to as high blood pressure is a long-term medical condition where the blood pressure in the arteries is chronically elevated above acceptable standards. Chronically elevated blood…
How to Apply Food Therapy to Support Individuals with Conditions Affecting the Stomach and Intestines
Gut health To properly apply food therapy to support individuals with gastrointestinal conditions first thing that needs to be done is to diagnose the patient. It can be done through…