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HGH is an important hormone produced in the pituitary gland. Its a good predictor of overall health. Low HGH levels point to an increased risk of disease and unhealthy weight gain (1).

Optimal Growth Hormone levels are vital during recovery, training, and weight loss (2,3,4). This is because HGH regulates cell repair and other recovery-relevant metabolic functions (5,6,7).

Because this Growth Hormone is naturally synthesized in the body, its possible to influence its production. Lets look at a few strategies for boosting HGH naturally and the science behind why they work.

Growth hormone production isnt linear. HGH levels are highest when you sleep, and even then, they are greatly influenced by your sleep cycles. Production typically peaks before midnight, followed by a few weak pulses before the crack of dawn (8,9).

To get the best out of these cycles, you need to be sound asleep before midnight. Go to bed about two hours, no less than an hour, before midnight.

Research has shown that your growth hormone levels begin to increase after about an hour of sleep (10). This is, arguably, when youre most likely to be in deep slumber (11).

Human sleep cycles occur in two main phases: NREM and REM.

NREM precedes REM (12). The interesting bit is that NREM cycles shorten as the night progresses (13). This is why its so important to sleep a few hours before midnight. You want to have as many long NREM cycles as possible.

Lets look at the three stages therein:

So, how do you optimize your sleep for maximum growth hormone production?

Structure your sleeping habits to make the most of SWS. Research shows that poor sleeping habits negatively affect your Human Growth Hormone levels (14). Ensuring you get adequate sleep is a proven strategy for continued high HGH production (9).

Here are a few tips:

Insulin has been linked to low growth hormone levels (15). To maximize

HGH production, ensure that your insulin levels are lowest at night.

How do you do that?

Sugar and refined carbslike white bread, white rice, and pastaare documented to spike your insulin levels (16). Reduced intake of refined carbohydrates and sugar has shown great potential in optimizing HGH production (8,9).

A study compared HGH levels between healthy people, and four other groups with insulin problems (diabetes, impaired carbohydrate tolerance, impaired insulin function). Growth hormone production was 34 times higher in healthy people (17). Clearly showing the link between insulin and HGH.

Sugary beverages are especially harmful. Interestingly, the body doesnt respond to sweet drinks in the manner it responds to solid food (18). These beverages arent as satiating as solid foods (19).

You end up taking more liquids than in solids form because you dont feel as fullindependent of caloric intake (20). Avoid sweet drinks like sodas and sweetened yogurt before bedtime.

Insulin levels spike immediately after a meal and stabilize after 23 hours (21). Eat all your meals at least 2 hours before bedtime.

Some research suggests that a high-protein meal before bed could potentially inhibit HGH activity (22). Even though the research on that isnt conclusive, we know for sure that all late-night snacks will trigger insulin production (23).

Excessive fat is strongly linked to low HGH production (24). This is another reason why you should avoid sugary meals, especially before going to sleep. The consumption of high-sugar meals at night is closely associated with weight gain (25). Avoiding sweet treats at night regulates your insulin, and also keeps your weight in check.

One study found that losing fat around the abdominal area leads to a significant boost in growth hormone levels (26).

In another study, participants who had 3x the amount of body fat as the control group were found to have half their growth hormones (27). Its well-documented that obese people return to normal HGH levels after losing weight. (28).

Interestingly, the impact of body fat on HGH production is strongest in men. Both sexes experience an increase in growth hormone levels after shedding off some weight, though (27,29). This is probably because fat distribution in men favors the belly, where its most harmful (30,31).

Healthy eating is beneficial to your overall well-being. Every balanced diet optimizes HGH production by keeping your insulin and body fat levels in check. That said, some special foods are directly linked to enhanced Growth Hormone secretion.

Lets look at a few of the best documented H G H-boosting foods.

This hormone is released as you sleep. It regulates your sleep cycles and helps you get longer and deeper sleep associated with enhanced HGH production (9). A melatonin-rich breakfast increases melatonin secretion in the night. Melatonin-Rich Foods :

Another study found that a tryptophan-rich breakfast coupled with exposure to bright light in the day significantly boosted HGH levels (32). Tryptophan-dense foods include eggs, milk, grains, beans, and meat. Work these foods into your breakfast and take a short stroll in the bright of day for a good nights sleep.

Melatonin supplements happen to be very popular sleeping aids in the US. Its one of the most commonly used supplements (33).

Research shows that a little melatonin supplementation directly boosts the production of Human Growth Hormones (34,35,36).

Being a naturally-occurring hormone, its non-toxic. However, these supplements have been shown to affect brain chemistry, so you should only take them under medical supervision (37).

You should also contact a medical professional before taking these supplements if you are pregnant. One animal study found that melatonin lowers birth weight and increases baby mortality (38).

Arginine is one of the amino acids that boost the synthesis of the Human Growth Hormone (38,39). Arginine-rich foods include:

Many people take arginine supplements to complement their exercises. Thats a mistake. When taken alongside exercise, theres no significant increase in HGH production. You are better off taking the supplement alone (38,39,40).

Per recent research, higher doses, 1520 grams of Arginine per day boosts nighttime HGH production by up by about 60 percent. Thats the equivalent of taking 114 mg per pound of body weight. Lower doses, 610 grams per day, about 45 mg for every pound in body-weight, didnt show any significant impact on growth hormone production (41).

If you are looking for something to boost your HGH levels alongside exercise, take sport drinks. They are rich in beta-alanine, which boosts growth hormone levels, and its been documented to double your peak workout power (42).

Protein shakes are also an option if you want an HGH-friendly supplement to complement exercise. These shakes boost the secretion of Growth Hormones around workouts (43).

Glutamine is a potent amino acid that has been shown to increase HGH production even at small doses, significantly. A 2 mg dose has been documented to boost GH secretion by up to 78 percent (44).

Glutamine-rich foods include:

Ornithine is one of the amino acids responsible for protein synthesis and muscle mass (45). Research has shown that people who take ornithine about half an hour after working out experience increased HGH synthesis (46).

Foods rich in ornithine include:

All forms of exercise will increase your levels of Human Growth Hormone, but high-intensity activity produces the most significant boosts (46,47). Theres no universal session duration, but workouts typically last about an hour. Weight training, sprinting, and interval training have shown a lot of promise increasing HGH levels (48,49,50).

The benefits of exercise extend beyond short-term spurts in Human Growth Hormone. In the long-term, it will help you cut down your body fat, increasing GH production (27,29).

HGH levels increase by about 300 percent when you fast for 3 days. After fasting for a week, HGH secretion is at 1,250 percent (51). These results have been replicated in other studies with researchers observing a doubling or tripling of HGH levels just 23 days into a fast (52,53,54).

The trick is to find the right balance between when to eat and when to fast.

Intermittent fasting impacts HGH secretion both in the short-term and in the long-term. In the short-term, fasting keeps your insulin low. Since this hormone is associated with low GH levels, keeping it low boosts HGH production (23,55).

In the long-term, it lowers your body fat, resulting in a long-term boost in growth hormone production(23,56).

HGH, a hormone produced in the pituitary gland, is vital for cell repair and other essential metabolic functions. Its production typically peaks when we are deep asleep (SWS).

Like other hormones, its greatly influenced by body fat. Mind your lifestyle and diet.

By following the outlined tips, you can increase GH production to optimal levels with very little effort. The endocrine systemthe system that regulates growth hormonesperforms at its peak when you eat and live healthily.

If you want to learn more about HGH, you can read our articles about the benefits of hgh and the best hgh supplements out there.

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HGH (Human Growth Hormone)GutWhat is a Bubble Gut?

A Bubble Gut is the excessive stomach distension around the midsection causingbodybuildersto appear asthough they've got excess fat and heavy bloating around the gut. This trend has become even more pronounced over the last 5 years, with images of Mr. Olympia winner and runner up Phil Heath and Kai Greene, and even previous champions like Ronnie Coleman, showing signs of excessive stomach distension despite extremely low body fat.

This has led to many spectators or fans wondering what is causing the appearance of a gut on these athletes and why it has increased in recent years. The stomach distension is known in bodybuilding circles as HGH Gut,Insulin Gut, "Palumboism",or more popularly, Bodybuilder Belly, Muscle Gut or "Bubble Gut". As the above name suggests, the stomach distension seen in these bodybuilders is believed to be caused by insulin and human growth hormone (HGH) abuse.

To help you navigate this article, we've included a table of contents linking to each section:

What causes bubble gut in bodybuilders?

A Multi-Faceted Problem

How to prevent an HGH belly

Bubble gut is caused by factors such asincreased use of insulin andthe introduction of HGH injectionsuse in the nineties. There is no one factor that has been proven to cause the emergence of the bodybuilder belly (Palumboism). The most realistic explanation is a combination of factors.

These include:

The extremely high doses of HGH used by bodybuilders, estimated at around 5 milligrams per day, can cause side effects such as the excessive growth of some tissues, like the intestines. With larger intestines, the abdomen can bulge to up to twice its natural size, particularly after food consumption.

Many bodybuilders also combine HGH, and many other substances, with insulin use; a practice known as stacking. This insulin use can then cause increased fat storage behind the stomach, known as visceral fat, which can lead to a larger abdomen.

Through the use of insulin and Human Growth Hormone drugs and the addition of multiple supplements and a diet that is extremely high in protein, muscle mass increases considerably. This causes not only an increase in mass in the Rectus Abdominis, or the six pack, itself, but also in the muscles that lie underneath it, such as the Transverse Abdominus and the Internal Obliques. This causes the entire midsection to grow and protrude, giving a blocky appearance and contributing to stomach distension. The 'look' has been nicknamed 'Palumboism'.

High carbohydrate foods cause an increase in glycogen to be stored in the muscles which causes increased water retention, as glycogen attracts water. Both this and the large volume of carbohydrate rich foods further contribute to Muscle Gut by providing a 'bloated' look.

Irrespective of protein, carbohydrates or supplements, all bodybuilders follow an extremely high calorie diet, with some consuming over 10,000 calories per day. This high calorie food intake also means a high volume of food which can stay in the stomach for prolonged periods causing gut distension.

Many bodybuilders and fitness models use a technique known as 'carb' or 'glyco' loading, where a bodybuilder dehydrates and lowers carbohydrate intake and, in many cases, ingests diuretics to help flush water out of the body. They then ingest large amounts of carbohydrates and water to cause a supercompensation of water content in the muscles, allowing greater definition and muscle volume. However, if mistimed, this loss of water, along with the problems of high carbohydrate intake, can cause slower digestion and stomach emptying, meaning more food stays in the gut for longer, promoting distension.

Any combination of the above factors can lead to gut distension and explains the names given to this condition by the bodybuilding community. While no studies have proven these theories directly, there is scientific evidence that all of the above mechanisms behind HGH gut are possible (1, 2).

Due to recent studies showing a lack of effectiveness in human growth hormone promoting strength or muscle mass (3, 4), and the dangers of insulin abuse compared to similar benefits elicited from safer supplements (5, 6), abstinence would seem like a natural solution. However, the reason most of these bodybuilders take high levels of these drugs is due both to the perceived benefit they possess for aiding muscle growth, and because they can aid tendon recovery and growth and prevent injury (7). As such, there is little point in recommending completely halting their use. However, there may be methods to reduce stomach distension without stopping or even reducing HGH or insulin use. There are a number of methods that could be used to help prevent the Insulin or HGH Gut from occurring in new bodybuilder as well as help reduce its appearance in veteran athletes.

From examining bodybuilders who were known to have used HGH throughout their careers (i.e. Dorian Yates and Ronnie Coleman), its clear that stomach distension isnt permanent and is reversible by lowering the dose or eliminating use (ending the cycle). Insulin is also primarily bulking substance and can actually hinder the cutting process by increasing fat storage (8). So, reducing the amount of HGH and Insulin taken when cutting and approaching contests will allow a bodybuilder to reap all the benefits of the two drugs while reducing gut distension on stage.

Intermittent Fasting has been shown to be just as effective as conventional calorie cutting for helping weight and fat loss while maintaining muscle (9, 10). When timed correctly, this can ensure that the amount of food in the digestive system is low and help reduce any stomach distension while allowing a high quality physique to be maintained during a contest.

Many bodybuilders are tempted to increase their carbohydrate intake when cutting to maintain muscle mass. However, as insulin use has been reduced or eliminated, their is no additional benefit to maintaining high carbohydrate intake. In fact, cutting carbohydrates and maintaining fats can cause higher levels of testosterone when dieting (11), while the decreased food volume will help keep Muscle Gut under control. During these periods, protein intake can be kept high without high carbohydrate dairy products by using meat, eggs and supplements like Grenade Carb Killa Protein BarsTM for high protein and fibre or low carbohydrate whey isolate shakes like Isotean TM protein. It should also be noted that increasing protein further during these diets could help improve visceral fat loss that was caused by the previous insulin use. Also, eating out at certain restaurants or meals can be challenging when looking to maintain a low-carb diet. For this, consider consulting this guide on low-carb meals and restaurants that are available.

When using water manipulation techniques, ensure that sodium and electrolyte intake is increased through supplementing with electrolyte solutions such as Genius Electrolytes, and that fibre and digestive enzyme intake is high to aid digestion. This can be done by supplementing with digestive aids like Fiberlyze. Also make sure that timing is correct, giving approximately 24 hours to allow full glycogen supercompensation before contest time. All of these strategies can be effective in reducing Bodybuilder Belly and improving physique on stage. However, it is important to consider individual differences and experiment with these steps carefully, as responses to them may differ between individuals. Also, it can be difficult to maintain strict dietary protocols when travelling for competition. So, check out this guide on dieting while on the road to help consider different foods and diets while on the road can help a lot.

About the Author

Reggie Johal is the founder of Predator Nutrition, a UK based health and supplement store. Reggie owes much of his extensive strength and fitness knowledge to his former career as a Great Britain American Footballer.

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If your child is growing more slowly than other children or is very short for their age, they might have low levels of a brain hormone called human growth hormone (HGH, or hGH).

Growth hormone is a small protein made in part of the brain called the pituitary gland. It travels in the bloodstream to all tissues in the body to stimulate growth.

Lack of HGH can cause slow growth in children and also problems with fitness and health in adults.

A very high level of HGH can cause children to be abnormally tall. In adults, it can cause overgrowth of bone that disfigures the hands, feet and face a condition called acromegaly.

Until the mid-1980s, the growth hormone used to treat humans was extracted from the donated brains of dead people. However a small number of people treated with such HGH developed Creutzfeld-Jakob Disease (CJD), a brain disease that causes muscle wasting and dementia.

Today synthetic HGH is used. There is no risk now of CJD.

Growth hormone is used to treat children who are not growing or are very short and adults with growth hormone deficiency.

If your child needs treatment with HGH, the Australian government will cover the cost.

If your child needs treatment with HGH, the Australian government may cover the cost. You can check whether your child is eligible on the Services Australia website.

The use of prescribed HGH under medical supervision is generally safe. HGH is given by injection. Some people get a reaction or swelling at the site of injection and a few get headaches.

Some bone problems, like scoliosis, could be worsened if HGH treatment causes rapid growth.

The illegal use of HGH without a prescription, for example to promote muscle growth, is risky. It can cause acromegaly, and possibly diabetes, high blood pressure, liver damage, heart problems and premature aging.

In addition, illegal HGH may not be what it claims to be, so you dont know what you might be injecting.

If you have questions about HGH, or you are concerned about your child's growth, talk to your doctor or call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria).

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NEW YORK, May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The global humangrowth hormone marketis set to reach $14,498.3 million by 2030 from $4,399.4 million in 2021, growing at a CAGR of 14.2% from 2021 to 2030, according to the market research report published by P&S Intelligence. This peptide hormone is produced by the pituitary gland, and it promotes development in teenagers and children. In addition to boosting growth, it influences protein metabolism, fat metabolism, and glucose metabolism.

In 2021, North America held a market share of over 40%. The rising elderly population, as well as the high prevalence of illnesses such as Turner syndrome, Noonan syndrome, and short bowel syndrome, are all linked to the market growth. Moreover, factors such as favorable reimbursement policies, public awareness, major government activities, and the region's established healthcare ecosystem are responsible for the growing sale of HGH medications in the continent.

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Various strategic innovations for long-lasting and more-effective drugs have been made in the market. For instance, Biocorp, a firm that develops, designs, and manufactures healthcare devices, and Merck, a technology corporation, reached a deal in September 2021 for the development and global distribution of a specialized version of the Mallya device for HGH applications.

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The human growth hormone market is fairly consolidated, with only a few big participants. These major participants are Novo Nordisk A/S, Eli Lilly and Company, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Novartis AG, Pfizer Inc., and Merck KGaA.

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The Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH) Foundation is inviting the public to join in for a memorable day and to help support a great cause.

The 40th anniversary of the HGH Foundation Golf Classic will be held on Wednesday, July 6, at the Hawkesbury Golf and Curling Club. Participants will get to play golf on an incredible course, while tasting some delicious food and drinks, as well as participating in fun activities along the way.

Players in the tournament will also get a chance to win some amazing prizes including $1,000 cash. This will be followed by a banquet dinner, when prizes will be given out while participants enjoy a great meal.

The tournament is open to all ages and levels of players for a fee of $175 per golfer, which includes a covered golf cart and the dinner. On the day of the event, registration will be from 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., and the shotgun start will be at 10:30 a.m.

Profits from this event will help the HGH Foundation achieve its fundraising mission aimed at improving care and services offered by the Hawkesbury hospital. This support provides for the acquisition of state-of-the-art equipment needed by HGH to meet the health care needs of the community it serves.

Contributions will also help HGH develop new programs and services for its growing region. This will enable access to more specialty care, closer to home, for patients and their families.

For more information and to register, please visit: http://www.hghfoundation.org. Make sure you reserve your spot early as places are filling up fast!

The HGH Foundation is grateful to the major sponsors for this event: Emond Harnden Labour & Employment Law, The Friends of HGH, Hawkesbury Hyundai, and Maximum Powersports.

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Entera Bio Ltd.

Inventions aim to improve bioavailability and reduce drug costs

Patent applications include optimized oral delivery of specific molecules for various indications

BOSTON and JERUSALEM, May 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entera Bio Ltd. (NASDAQ: ENTX), a leader in the development of orally delivered large molecule therapeutics, today announced that it recently filed multiple U.S. patent applications to further strengthen the Companys patent protection and support future developments.

These patent applications address an optimized platform technology intended to be utilized for future therapeutic applications. The modified platform has the potential for a higher bioavailability and lower cost of goods in comparison to competitive technologies used for the oral delivery of peptides. Additionally, the technology is designed to utilize only well-known and approved pharmaceutical excipients and, therefore, we believe it can simplify regulatory approval. In parallel with the platform technology patent, the Company filed several patent applications related to the oral delivery of specific molecules or families of molecules, including parathyroid hormone (PTH), glucagon-like peptide (GLP)-1, GLP-2, human growth hormone (hGH), and others, utilizing the newly optimized oral delivery platform for indications including osteoporosis, hypoparathyroidism, non-union bone fractures, short bowel syndrome, and GH deficiency, and others.

We believe Entera is at the forefront of innovating and improving the oral delivery of large molecule proteins. Weve filed a substantial number of new patent applications intended to fortify our robust intellectual property position as we evaluate engaging in additional strategic partnerships, stated Entera Chief Executive Officer, Spiros Jamas. We see opportunities with GLPs, orphan indications, and the extension of major categories of biologic drugs, which have the potential for oral delivery through Enteras platform. Concurrently, we are working on global partnering of our lead asset, EB613, as it moves toward a pivotal Phase 3 for the treatment of osteoporosis.

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About Entera Bio

Entera is a leader in the development of orally delivered large molecule therapeutics for use in areas with significant unmet medical need where adoption of injectable therapies is limited due to cost, convenience and compliance challenges for patients. The Companys proprietary, oral drug delivery technology is designed to address the technical challenges of poor absorption, high variability, and the inability to deliver large molecules to the targeted location in the body through the use of a synthetic absorption enhancer to facilitate the absorption of large molecules, and protease inhibitors to prevent enzymatic degradation and support delivery to targeted tissues. The Companys most advanced product candidates, EB613 for the treatment of osteoporosis and EB612 for the treatment of hypoparathyroidism are in clinical development. The Company recently completed the phase 2 study for EB613. Entera also licenses its technology to biopharmaceutical companies for use with their proprietary compounds and, to date, has established a collaboration with Amgen Inc. For more information on Entera Bio, visit http://www.enterabio.com.

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Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in Enteras forward-looking statements include, among others: changes in our interpretation of the 3-month biomarker data from the Phase 2 clinical trial of EB613, the timing of data readouts from the Phase 2 clinical trial of EB613, the full results of the Phase 2 clinical trial of EB613 and our analysis of the full results from our Phase 2 clinical trial of EB613, the FDAs interpretation and review of our results from and analysis of our Phase 2 trial of EB613, unexpected changes in our ongoing and planned preclinical development and clinical trials, the timing of and our ability to make regulatory filings and obtain and maintain regulatory approvals for our product candidates; the potential disruption and delay of manufacturing supply chains, loss of available workforce resources, either by Entera or its collaboration and laboratory partners, due to travel restrictions, lay-offs or forced closures or repurposing of hospital facilities; impacts to research and development or clinical activities that Entera is contractually obligated to provide, such as those pursuant to Enteras agreement with Amgen; overall regulatory timelines, if the FDA or other authorities are closed for prolonged periods, choose to allocate resources to review of COVID-19 related drugs or believe that the amount of Phase 2 clinical data collected are insufficient to initiate a Phase 3 trial, or a meaningful deterioration of the current political, legal and regulatory situation in Israel or the United States; the availability, quality and timing of the data from the Phase 2 clinical trial of EB613 in osteoporosis patients; the size and growth of the potential market for EB613 and Enteras other product candidates including any possible expansion of the market if an orally delivered option is available in addition to an injectable formulation; the scope, progress and costs of developing Enteras product candidates including EB612 and GLP-2; Enteras reliance on third parties to conduct its clinical trials; Enteras expectations regarding licensing, business transactions and strategic collaborations; Enteras operation as a development stage company with limited operating history; Enteras ability to continue as a going concern absent access to sources of liquidity; Enteras expectations regarding its expenses, revenue, cash resources, liquidity and financial condition; Enteras ability to raise additional capital; Enteras interpretation of FDA feedback and guidance and how such guidance may impact its clinical development plans; Enteras ability to obtain and maintain regulatory approval for any of its product candidates; Enteras ability to comply with Nasdaqs minimum listing standards and other matters related to compliance with the requirements of being a public company in the United States; Enteras intellectual property position and its ability to protect its intellectual property; and other factors that are described in the Cautionary Statements Regarding Forward-Looking Statements, Risk Factors and Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations sections of Enteras filings with the SEC and available free of charge on the SECs website at http://www.sec.gov. Additional factors may be set forth in those sections of Enteras Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2021 (the Annual Report), filed with the SEC in the first quarter of 2022. In addition to the risks described above and in Enteras Annual Report and Current Reports on Form 8-K and other filings with the SEC, other unknown or unpredictable factors also could affect Enteras results. There can be no assurance that the actual results or developments anticipated by Entera will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, Entera. Therefore, no assurance can be given that the outcomes stated in such forward-looking statements and estimates will be achieved.

All written and verbal forward-looking statements attributable to Entera or any person acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained or referred to herein. Entera cautions investors not to rely on the forward-looking statements Entera makes or that are made on its behalf. The information in this release is provided only as of the date of this release, and Entera undertakes no obligation, to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law.

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We all wish there was a bulletproof answer on how to lose weight. Every day, another celebrity is enthusing about the increase in energy and glowing skin they got simply by switching to X or Y diet. Theres no magic bullet, this we know. But there are types of diets out there that can help you lose weight, in combination with other healthy lifestyle choices. There are also fad diets that will do nothing for youand possibly even endanger your health.

So we set out to gather all the info for you on all different types of dietslow-carb diets, keto diets, fasting diets, diets that work and diets that dont. We list the pros and cons and other key facts to know when youre searching for how to lose weight. Read on for the real skinny on diets.

The basics: A four-phase plan, the diet starts out severely restricting carb consumption and gradually increases the amount allowed.

Positives: Stresses nutrient-rich foods. Effective for weight loss. The original plan from Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution by Dr. Robert Atkins has been updated to offer variations that meet individual needs and preferences.

Drawbacks: Requires tracking carbs. Fairly restrictive, especially in the first phases. Some may find the diet difficult to follow long-term and may gain back lost weight as they reintroduce carbs, meaning this diet wont work for everyone.

Worth noting: Rob Lowe follows the Atkins Diet.

The basics: Eat whole foods onlyfoods that are not processed or refined for 30 days. Check out this list of Whole30-approved foods.

Positives: Encourages followers to connect food choice to how they feel, so that even after the 30 days they may continue to focus on nutrient-rich, non-processed foods.

Drawbacks: Restrictive, so it may be difficult to stick with, even for 30 days.

Worth noting: While many diet plans offer substitutes for sweets or crunchy/salty snacks, Whole30 discourages faux treats even if they are made with approved ingredients.

Related: Whole30 vs KetoWhich Diet Is Better for Losing Weight?

The basics: Eat like a caveman, focusing on lean meats and fish, nuts and seeds, fruits and vegetables. Avoid dairy, sugar, legumes and grains.

Positives: Effective for weight loss, appetite control, lowering blood pressure.

Drawbacks and concerns: Eliminating dairy, grains and legumes can reduce the amount of calcium, fiber and other nutrients that are considered vital to a healthy diet.

The basics: High protein, extremely low carb

Positives: Meals leave you feeling full. No calorie tracking. Quick weight loss.

Drawbacks and concerns: The emphasis on protein may come at the expense of important nutrients. Restrictive.

Worth noting: The Dukan Dietby Pierre Dukan is basically an extreme ketogenic diet, split into four phases. The plan is extremely structured, so it works best for people who want a long list of rules to follow.

The basics: Low carb and intermittent fasting

Positives: Stresses nutrient-rich foods. Discourages processed foods.

Drawbacks and concerns: The Dubrow Dietby Heather and Terry Dubrowfocuses on appearance over health as the motivating force for the diet. The calorie counts for some forms of the diet may be too low for health improvement or weight loss.

The basics: Eat more carbs on days when you are physically active, fewer on rest days.

The theory: Eat carbs when you need them for fuel and your body will burn them up. Otherwise, all you are doing is storing up extra calories.

Positives: It includes complex carbswhole grains, fruits and vegetablesthat most dietitians consider vital.

Drawbacks and concerns: Consider that carb cycling usually gets associated with serious athletes. This approach to diet works best for people who engage in high intensity workouts regularly.

The basics: Moderate carb, high fat, discouraging processed and refined foods. Urges you to eat like your grandparents did, focusing on simple fresh foods. The Wild Dietby Abel James was introduced in 2015.

Positives: Effective for weight loss. Includes one weekly cheat meal to prevent feeling deprived and binging. No calorie counting.

Drawbacks and concerns: Restricts some complex carbohydrates, such as grains and beans, that provide important nutrients and fiber. The recommendation to stay with grass-fed beef, pork and chicken, wild caught fish and wild game may be costly.

The basics: 10-day high protein, low carb, low dairy.

Positives: Plant-forward. Eliminates processed foods and added sugars. Full plan addresses your relationship to food with the intent to instill a healthier approach to food choices.

Drawbacks and concerns: Restrictive. May be costly.

Worth noting: Creator Amelia Freer has written a number of follow up books since the original Eat. Nourish. Glow.

The basics: Consume lean proteins and low glycemic-index fruits and vegetables

Positives: Flexible. Balanced. Effective for weight loss. Includes regular exercise as part of the plan.

Drawbacks and concerns: Meal prep may be time-consuming.

The basics: A Weight Watchers membership program offers personalized meal plans, community support and accountability combine to encourage balanced eating and portion control.

Positives: Some form of WW (formerly Weight Watchers) has been around for decades, and long-term studies show that it is effective for weight loss. It doesnt restrict specific foods.

Drawbacks and concerns: Can be costly. There is a tiered membership fee, with prices rising to gain access to additional benefits such as workshops and personal coaching.

Related: I Lost 195 Pounds and Quit Emotional Eating: A WW Success Story

The basics: Limit red meat, increase consumption of fish, use healthy fats like olive oil.

Positives: Proven effective for heart health. No calorie counting or food tracking. Few restrictions.

Drawbacks and concerns: This is not actually a diet for weight loss, though many can drop extra pounds if they focus on the foods emphasized on the diet over empty-calorie processed foods and sugary drinks.

Related: 25 Facts About the Mediterranean Diet You Need to Know

The basics: Low sodium, nutrient conscious

Positives: Though designed specifically to prevent high blood pressure, DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) emphasizes healthy choices in all food groups (yes, even carbs!) and can have a positive effect on people with other health conditions.

Drawbacks and concerns: Eliminates beef and bacon, which may be hard for some people to give up completely.

Worth noting: DASH was created by the National Institutes of Health, is recommended by numerous national health organizations and consistently ranks high among dietitians and physicians because its a diet that works for many.

The basics: Its all in the name. Consume no more than 1200 calories a day

Positives: Effective for weight loss. No restricted foods.

Drawbacks and concerns: Focusing on calories alone may encourage unhealthy eating habits. Many people will feel hungry on a 1200 calorie diet.

The basics: USDA-approved plan that recommends portions in the five food groups, based on your weight and health goals.

Positives: No food is restricted, but nutrient-rich foods are emphasized. Encourages gradual change to diet, making it easy to adopt. The MyPlate graphic that divides a plate into healthy portions of food groups is helpful for people learning how to create a balanced diet,

Drawbacks and concerns: Taking the next step, with the more personalized MyPlate plan, requires tracking your food and calculating calories. The plan does not address sweets, alcohol or fats in its food groups.

The basics: Tune in to true hunger, recognize fullness and eat whatever you like.

Positives: Removes the diet mentality that categorizes food as good or bad. Puts you in tune with your body.

Drawbacks and concerns: Long and difficult learning process. Vague guidelines for achieving success.

The basics: Pay close attention to every aspect of eating and your bodys response to food. Eat slowly and deliberately.

Positives: Causes you to think before you eat andto recognize hunger and fullness. Eating slowly allows your brain to catch up with your bodys signals of fullness. Helps to identify emotional eating triggers.

Drawbacks and concerns: Long and difficult learning process with few guidelines.

Worth noting: It sounds like the opposite of intuitive eating, but mindfulness shares the same basic goal of understanding your body when it comes to hunger and fullness.

The basics: Avoid all foods with artificial ingredients. Stick to whole, natural foods only.

Positives: Eliminates processed foods that can cause weight gain and health issues. Lowers consumption of sugar and salt.

Drawbacks and concerns: This diet can be costly and time-consuming. Restrictive.

The basics: Low sugar, nutrient-dense foods.

Positives: Emphasis on adding fruits and vegetables to meals. No calorie counting. Effective for weight loss.

Drawbacks and concerns: After the initial phase, which restricts certain foods for two weeks; followers are expected to stick to eating healthy foods but have few restrictions. Some people may overdo it when reintroducing off-diet foods.

The basics: Balance protein (40%), complex carbs( 30%)and fat (30%) in every meal and snack

Positives: Eliminates processed foods (called carbage by diet creator Bob Harper.) Emphasizes fiber-rich carbohydrates as part of a balanced diet. Effective for weight loss.

Drawbacks and concerns: Specifies times of day when you can eat certain foods.

Worth noting: Bob Harper wrote a book touting this diet after he suffered a heart attack.

The basics: Low sugar, emphasis on fish over meat, healthy oils and fats. Focused on reducing inflammation that may cause weight gain and health problems.

Positives: Eliminates processed foods. Not too restrictive.

Drawbacks and concerns: Some of the restricted foods may be difficult to give up. Goodbye coffee!

Related: Dr. Travis Stork Reveals His Secret Battle With Chronic Painand Which Diet Helps

The basics: Similar to paleo and anti-inflammatory diets, with additional restrictions.

Positives: Encourages eating more vegetables. Eliminates processed foods. May help people with chronic digestive issues such as irritable bowel syndrome and autoimmune diseases such as lupus and psoriasis, though there are no conclusive studies.

Drawbacks and concerns: Extremely restrictive and so difficult to stick with long term.

Worth noting: This diet was designed specifically to combat autoimmune disease symptoms.

The basics: Prepackaged meals delivered to your home, supplemented with fresh produce that

Positives: Focused on portion control and foods low on the glycemic index. Easy to follow since meals are delivered right to you and you dont have to track calories or macronutrients. Personalized meal plans based on answers to a quiz. Effective for weight loss.

Drawbacks and concerns: Difficulty navigating meals away from home. Can be costly.

The basics: Prepackaged meals and weekly diet coaching

Positives: Easy to follow. Effective for weight loss. Encourages exercise as part of the plan. Help in transitioning to a healthy meal planning once you near your goal weight.

Drawbacks: Difficulty navigating meals away from home. Can be costly.

The basics: Lean meats, low-glycemic carbs, unsaturated fats.

Positives: Effective for long-term weight loss. No counting calories or macros. Offers a transition plan for healthy eating after reaching goal weight. A prepackaged meal delivery plan is available. Considered heart healthy.

Drawbacks and concerns: Some may find the diet too restrictive.

Worth noting: First published in 2005 , The South Beach Dietby Dr. Arthur Agatson has an update, The New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet.

The basics: Make healthy food choices 80% of the time, indulge 20% of the time

Positives: No food is completely restricted. Counteracts feelings of guilt about food, so tendency toward binging is reduced.

Drawbacks and concerns: Without keeping track of food, most people underestimate what they eat in a day. Easy to overdo the junk food.

The basics: A combination of the Mediterranean and DASH diets designed to improve brain health and reduce the risk of Alzheimers. This is not intended as a weight-loss diet.

Positives: This diet focuses on incorporating foods related to brain health, including leafy greens and berries. Easy to follow. Wine is part of the diet!

Drawbacks and concerns: Vague guidelines and little research about its effectiveness.

The basics: Low glycemic index foods balanced with lean proteins, preferably locally produced and organic.

Positives: Focuses on nutrient-dense whole foods. Environmentally friendly. No calorie counting. Effective for weight loss.

Drawbacks and concerns: Can be costly. Shopping for local foods may be time consuming in some areas. Meal preparation can take an hour or more.

The basics: Five prepackaged meals/snacks a day, delivered to your home.

Positives: Offers different plan options to suit personal preferences. Includes diet coaching to encourage long-term healthy food choices. Easy to follow.

Drawbacks and concerns: Costly. Difficult to follow away from home.

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Background

Health, nutrition and environmental sustainability need to be core, cross-cutting foundations of food systems transformation. During the United Nations Food Systems Summit (UNFSS) of 2021 the call for action to deliver healthy diets from sustainable foodsystems echoed through dialogues, social movements and national pathways. Formed as an outcome of the UNFSS, the Coalition of Action for Healthy Diets from Sustainable Food Systems (HDSFS) brings Member States, UN Agencies, Civil Society Organizations,Academic Institutions and social movements together to deliver on this call.

The Coalition will strive to act as a mechanism for coordinated action on healthy diets from sustainable food systems that provides countries the opportunity to share, learn and inform. It will foster, maintain and gain momentum from multiple stakeholderson the issue, and allow for all to inspire and be inspired.

The workplan of the Coalition revolves around three key functions.

This official launch event aims to celebrate the formation of the Coalition and provide an update on its progress and future activities, inspire current and new members of the Coalition and catalyze supportive action towards its vision.

Moderator Abigail Perry, Director Nutrition, WFP

Opening remarks, Beth Bechdol, DDG, FAO

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Opening remarks, Zsuzsanna Jakab, Deputy Director-General, WHO

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Opening remarks, Frontrunner country

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Coalition Video

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Corinna Hawkes, Centre for Food Policy, City, University of London, representing the core team. Remarks highlighting the work plan and what the coalition will accomplish in the short and long term

14:31 14:45

Remarks from 3 Front runner countries highlighting action for 2022, interest, and expected impact of the Coalition (4 minutes each)

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Remarks from youth representative, Lana Weidgenant

14:48 14:52

Remarks from Coordinator Hub,Stefanos Fotiou

14:52 15:00

Next steps and closing - Brent Loken, Global Food Lead Scientist, WWF

Register for the launch event here:https://fao.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9EPxqoYuSfmNCmjTJLPTJw

Or watch the live stream:https://www.fao.org/webcast/home/en/item/5840/icode/

Interpretation:available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish

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The paleo diet is a way of eating meant to resemble the dietary pattern of human ancestors during the Paleolithic era, which took place about 2.5 million years ago (1).

Although their dietary patterns varied depending on geographic region, prehistoric people consumed diets rich in protein sources, like insects, game animals, and seafood, as well as plants like fruits, tubers, nuts, and seeds (1).

Obviously, the world and our food supply is a little different now, so the modern-day paleo diet focuses on consuming whole, minimally-processed foods.

People following a paleo diet avoid consuming grains, dairy, most types of added sugar, legumes, and certain oils, like canola oil (2).

A well-rounded paleo diet can absolutely be a healthy choice and may improve certain aspects of health. However, if you dont plan a paleo diet carefully, it could lead to several side effects (3, 4, 5).

Here are 4 potential side effects of the paleo diet.

Most people dont consume nearly enough fiber on a daily basis.

In fact, the majority of people in the United States only consume about 15 grams of fiber per day, which is well below the current recommendations. Experts say women under 50 should consume 25 grams per day and men under 50 should consume 38 grams per day (6).

This lack of fiber is because most modern-day diets are high in ultra-processed foods and low in fiber-rich foods, including fruits and vegetables.

A paleo diet is high in fiber-rich plant foods, like vegetables, fruits, and nuts. A person transitioning from a low fiber diet to a paleo diet could experience diarrhea as a result.

Higher fiber diets, like well-planned paleo diets, could cause diarrhea in someone whos not used to higher fiber foods, like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

This is because foods high in insoluble fiber can have a laxative effect, which can cause diarrhea (6).

For some people such as those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) eating a diet higher in fat, like a paleo diet, could also lead to digestive symptoms, including diarrhea (7).

In fact, one study found that eating a paleo diet increased participants risk of having diarrhea. In the study, 39 healthy women consumed either a paleo diet or a generally healthy diet that included grains and dairy for 4 weeks.

The women following the paleo diet had significantly higher rates of diarrhea compared with the general diet group (8).

Higher fiber diets, such as well-planned paleo diets, could cause diarrhea in someone whos not used to higher fiber paleo-friendly foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

Some people think the paleo diet is a low carb diet thats high in animal protein, but that isnt necessarily the case.

Although the paleo diet cuts out common sources of carbs, such as grains, carb-rich snack foods, and added sugar, its rich in high fiber foods like vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds.

If a person is following a paleo diet thats very low in carbs and isnt eating enough fiber from produce, nuts, and other paleo-friendly fiber sources, they could experience constipation.

For example, if a person switches from a high carb, plant-based diet to a low carb paleo-like diet, they will significantly reduce their intake of fiber, which can negatively affect the digestive system (9).

Fiber adds bulk to stool and helps it move comfortably through the digestive tract.

Not eating enough fiber can lead to constipation, which can be painful and negatively affect your health (6, 10).

To ensure youre getting enough fiber on the paleo diet, its important to eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.

If youre following a paleo diet thats low in fiber-rich foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other paleo-friendly fiber sources you could experience constipation.

Findings from a recent study suggest that people following a paleo diet long-term may experience negative changes in their gut bacteria.

One study followed 44 people who were on a strict paleo or modified paleo diet and 47 people following regular diets for at least a year.

It found that the participants following the paleo diet had lower levels of certain beneficial bacteria and higher levels of harmful Hungatella bacteria (11).

Having higher levels of these bacteria may be harmful because of a compound they produce called trimethylamine (TMA).

Certain gut bacteria, including Hungatella, produce TMA after breaking down compounds found in red meat, eggs, and dairy. TMA is turned into trimethylamine N-oxide (TMAO).

Having higher levels of TMAO has been associated with an increased risk of certain conditions, like heart disease and kidney disease (12, 13).

The study above found that the participants who followed a strict paleo diet had higher levels of TMAO compared with the groups that followed a modified paleo diet or a regular diet.

Whats more, they found that the groups that followed a strict paleo or modified paleo diet also had a lower intake of resistant starch. When gut bacteria ferment this type of starch, they release beneficial compounds called short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) (11, 14).

SCFAs act as a fuel source for the cells lining the colon and are involved in many other aspects of health (15).

Because of these considerations, researchers have suggested that following a diet that completely restricts grains and legumes for a long time period may not be beneficial for gut health (11).

However, more research is needed to fully understand how the paleo diet affects gut health.

Some research findings suggest that following a paleo diet long-term could negatively affect gut health by reducing the abundance of beneficial bacteria and increasing numbers of TMA-producing Hungatella bacteria.

Any poorly planned diet can cause you to feel off and have lower energy than usual.

If a paleo diet is too restrictive, it could lead to low energy levels and feelings of tiredness. Too restrictive means it doesnt provide enough calories or certain nutrients, such as carbs.

Low carb intake may be one important cause of fatigue. Low carb diets, including the ketogenic diet, have been shown to cause fatigue. Research suggests this may be due to depleted glycogen stores that can happen with a low carb diet (16, 17).

Glycogen is a form of energy stored in your muscles and liver. Your body uses it as a quick fuel source (18).

Remember, the paleo diet is not necessarily considered a low carb diet. You can increase the carbs in a paleo diet by including more paleo-friendly carb sources, such as sweet potatoes, winter squash, and fruit.

Nonetheless, if a paleo diet doesnt provide the energy and nutrients your body needs on a daily basis, you may experience fatigue.

A poorly planned paleo diet that doesnt contain adequate calories or carbs may negatively affect energy levels.

Even though some studies have found that the paleo diet may lead to a few side effects, most studies have found that the diet is generally well-tolerated and isnt associated with adverse health effects.

In fact, one study showed that the paleo diet may even be a better choice for psychological health compared with other popular diets.

The study analyzed the psychological effects of five dietary patterns, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, paleo, and weight loss diets.

People following paleo dietary patterns reported the lowest levels of disordered eating symptoms, food cravings, emotional eating, and negative emotions (19).

Interestingly, the paleo diet was associated with more positive psychological characteristics even when compared with a normal, unrestricted diet group (19).

Plus, the paleo diet may positively influence other aspects of health, including metabolic health (3, 4, 5).

So, how do you follow a balanced and nutritious paleo diet thats unlikely to cause side effects?

Here are a few helpful tips:

Additionally, any dietary pattern including an unrestricted dietary pattern has the potential to lead to low or deficient nutrient intakes.

Cutting out food groups like legumes, all grains, and dairy could increase your risk of underconsuming certain nutrients. However, studies show that paleo diets and modified paleo diets are of minimal nutritional risk compared with a standard eating pattern (20, 21, 22).

Still, its a good idea to keep an eye on your nutrients. For example, a person following a strict paleo diet should focus on getting enough calcium through nondairy sources, like leafy greens, seeds, sardines, and nuts.

Also, certain nutrient deficiencies are common no matter the type of diet youre consuming. For example, vitamin D deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide (23).

Whatever diet you follow, consider having your vitamin D levels tested, and take vitamin D3 if your levels are low.

To minimize the risk of side effects and nutrient deficiencies, its important to focus on consuming regular, nutrient-dense, balanced meals. Adding in fiber and following a less restrictive modified paleo diet may also help.

The paleo diet can be a healthy dietary pattern. However, like any restrictive diet, it may lead to some side effects.

Studies show that some people may experience diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, and changes in gut bacteria when following a paleo dietary pattern.

To minimize the chances of experiencing side effects and to make sure youre getting enough nutrition, eat regular and balanced meals that include a variety of nutritious, paleo-friendly foods.

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When it comes to eating the right diet for your brain health, experts are still in the process of figuring out exactly what foods do the most good. Scientists have already narrowed down some of the worst contenders. A study published in Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care linked diets filled with sugar to Alzheimer's disease, while eating patterns loaded with trans fats may also lead to Alzheimer's disease, according to a study retrieved from Neurobiology of Aging. While the average person generally knows what to stay away from, few may know that the best foods for your brain health might be right in front of you.

A variety of eating patterns, like the Mediterranean diet or the MIND diet now have the potential to not only keep you eating a balanced nutritional intake, but also help keep your brain sharp as you age and stave off dementia. The specific foods that make up the meal regimens come loaded with particular nutrients that science has now started to embrace as essential components that can naturally ward off brain degradation. By adjusting your eating habits to accommodate a few certain foods, you can potentially keep your mind fit and avoid encountering dementia in your later years.

If you want to pull out all the stops and embrace an eating plan that can give you the best brain health, try out The #1 Best Diet for Dementia for maximum results.

Leafy greens provide a huge amount of nutrients for anyone looking to supercharge their diet. It now looks like this type of produce has the potential to protect your brain from dementia.

According to a study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists scanned the brains of study participants that followed a plant-heavy version of the Mediterranean diet and a regular version of the same eating plan. The researchers found that those who ate a diet rich in greens, among a few other key foods, showed the fewest signs of mental degradation when compared to the other participants.

If you want to tap into this produce and get the most bang for your buck, make sure to include The Best & Worst Greens to EatRanked by Nutritional Benefits into your own diet.

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You have heard a ton of arguments for eating more fish, but now, it looks like omega-3 fatty acids have the potential to keep your brain in top shape. A 2009 study retrieved from PLEFA correlated reduced levels of this key nutrient with mental decline and a higher risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer's disease.

A separate study published in the Archives of Neurology independently came to the same conclusion after studying a large community group and finding that those who eat more omega-3 fatty acids end up protecting their brain.

Don't think you can take the easy way out and just take supplements either. Another article found in JAMA revealed that omega-3 supplements could not compete with the nutrients absorbed when you eat fish. Don't skimp on this key nutrient next time you hit up your local seafood restaurant. Opt to order one of the 26 Best Omega-3 Foods to Fight Inflammation and Support Heart Health.

You may have heard a ton of arguments supporting the use of coconut oil, walnut oil, and other alternative fats. While these items have their place in the kitchen, you can't go wrong with regular olive oil, especially if you want to keep your brain sharp as you age.

A 2022 study from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology traced 92,000 participants' diets and found that those who ate high amounts of olive oil had a 29% lower risk of dying due to dementia or other neurological diseases when compared to those who didn't usually eat olive oil in their meals. If you ever need an excuse to make your own salad dressing or top off your favorite meal with this oil, just remember that your brain will thank you.

Flavonoids come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, but experts can agree that this nutrient helps stave off brain degeneration. If you want to naturally get more of this compound in your life, you can't go wrong by loading up on colorful fruits and vegetables. A 2021 study found in Neurology followed 77,000 participants over 20 years to study their diets and found that those who ate high concentrations of flavonoids had better neurological health as they age.

Colorful fruits and vegetables naturally contain large amounts of this nutrient, but one particular type of fruit might rank better than many other foods when it comes to protecting you against dementia.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e

Science is slowly uncovering the truth about berriesthey can stave off cognitive decline better than many other foods. Research conducted in association with Rutgers revealed that berries come packed with antioxidants and flavonoids, and it looks like this type of fruit not only slows down mental aging, it might hold the key to fighting dementia.

The key lies in berries' ability to prevent oxidation and could even negate many of the negatives of a high-fat diet. A separate 2012 study retrieved from the Annals of Neurology also came to the same conclusionthe more berries a person ate, the slower their mental state declined.

Berries do more than just protect your brain. They also rank as The #1 Best Fruit for Your Heart and anyone looking to eat healthy should aim to grab a handful of this fruit next time a craving strikes.

Nuts provide a wealth of nutrition, but it looks like this food now presents one more major benefit. According to a study published in Nutrients, walnuts have a strong link to warding off dementia, depression, and other neurological conditions due to the fact that they prevent inflammation and oxidation.

If you don't like walnuts, you might need to learn to love them. Another study from Advances in Nutrition revealed that mixed nuts don't do the trick, and the only positive correlations between the prevention of cognitive decline and nuts occurred when participants ate walnuts. Another piece of research from The Journal of Nutrition, Health, and Aging found that nuts, in general, have the potential to help older women stave off mental decline, but just to be safe, make sure you grab a few extra walnuts if you do decide to eat a mixture of this food.

If you want to supercharge your diet and potentially prevent dementia in your later years, digging into more legumes can't hurt. A study found in the Journal of Translational Medicine traced 200 participants in Italy over the age of 65 and found that those who ate higher amounts of beans and pulses ended up scoring better on cognitive health tests.

If that can't convince you to eat more beans and lentils on a weekly basis, the Secret Side Effects of Eating Beans might just help change your mind and influence the way you enjoy this key food that can help prevent dementia.

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