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People who live in the worlds Blue Zoneslike Sardinia, Italy and Okinawa, Japanhave perfected the art of staying alive and well. Longevity expert Dan Buettner, author of The Blue Zones Kitchen, has made studying these superhumans and their wellness practices his lifes work. During a recent online master class on all things immortality (I mean, er, longevity) hosted by the Global Wellness Institute, Buettner said that one everyday outdoor activity sets the folks in the Blue Zones up for thriving well into their triple-digits: gardening.

[In] all Blue Zones, people continue to garden even into their 90s and 100s, said Buettner. Gardening is the epitome of a Blue Zone activity because its sort of a nudge: You plant the seeds and youre going to be nudged in the next three to four months to water it, weed it, harvest it. And when youre done, youre going to eat an organic vegetable, which you presumably like because you planted it. That means gardening hits three of the nine Blue Zones pillars of healthy living in just one activity: one, move naturally; two, manage your stress; and three, eat mostly plants.

Gardening ticks the first box, move naturally, because it calls for incorporating movement into your daily tasks (like walking to work or biking to the grocery store) rather than, say, setting aside an hour aside for a HIIT workout. As Emily Kiberd, DC, founder of New York CitysUrban Wellness Clinic, previously told Well+Good: Their lives are dynamic. Not a constant go, go, go, but a mix of movement, then rest. You can water your plants, then dive back into the book you were reading or go back to work with the energy granted to you by a small burst of movement.

Meanwhile, research has also suggested that planting flowers, herbs, or fruits and veggies also plants the seeds for good mental health (fulfilling that second Blue Zones pillar). Gardening has been found to delay symptoms of dementia. Green exercise, aka doing physical activity while exposed to or in nature, has been linked to longevity, and theres no discounting the fact that youll quickly rack up your 150 minutes of government-recommended exercise each week as you tend to your plant babies (which is also a win for your brains well-being).

Last, but certainly not least, is the fact that having a garden make it easier to access fresh, whole foods. As Buettner pointed out, planting your own fruits and veggies delivers you one step closer to actually eating them. What you do choose to plant and harvest will contribute to the overall diversity of your diet. That a big deal, when you consider that 2018 research found that people with the healthiest, most diverse guts ate 30 or more different types of plants per week. Plant your garden right, and at least a large fraction of the gut-friendly plants in your diet could be hand-grown.

If you dont know the first thing about buying seeds, soil, fertilizer, and all that jazz, remember that gardening doesnt have to be as complicated as purchasing an acre of farmland. For one thing, you could try sprouting: an easy, indoor method for growing your own grains, beans, legumes, or veggies. This also allows you to eat your plants when theyre young and thus more nutrient-dense than they would be otherwise.

If you have some backyard or balcony space and thus have more room for planting (either in the ground or in planters), consider this your motivation to brush up on the basics of not-killing-things and really do your research as far as what should be planted when, how the heck you should water your little seeds, and the perfect sunlight-to-shade ratio. To really feel like youre becoming a student of the plant kingdom, you can even sign up for one of these online gardening workshops to make your love for the activity blossom.

Should you find yourself feeling stuck, just remember: The people of the Blue Zones had to start from scratch to earn the green thumbs they have today. And hey, with any luck, youll have one hundred years to learn how to plant, care for, harvest, and eat the perfect tomato.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: My father has a history of kidney stones. He has changed his diet in the past year, which seemed to help.

Im concerned, though, since I had heard kidney stones can increase during the summer. Is this true? If so, are there any tips for how he can further reduce his risk?

Answer: As temperatures rise during the summer months, so does the risk of developing kidney stones, even if you have never had one.

There are several reasons why there is a rise in kidney stones during the summer months. Among these reasons are an increase in outdoor activities, and the amount and types of food and drink we consume.

Research shows that as the weather warms up, people spend more time outdoors, doing yardwork, spending time at the pool or around a barbeque. And often the body is not getting the type of fluids it needs while losing more than normal via the skin.

Kidney stones are hard deposits of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They develop when your urine contains more crystal-forming substances, such as calcium, oxalate and uric acid, than the fluid in your urine can dilute.

There are several causes for kidney stones, including diet, which can play a significant role in the formation of kidney stones. A family or personal history of kidney stones raises your risk, as do certain medications and medical conditions.

Diseases and conditions may increase the risk of kidney stones include inflammatory bowel disease, chronic diarrhea, renal tubular acidosis, liver disease, cystinuria, hyperparathyroidism and urinary tract infections.

High body mass index, large waist size and weight gain also are associated with kidney stones. Having gastric bypass surgery and taking certain medications can raise your risk, too.

One of the most straightforward ways to lower kidney stone risk is to drink plenty of fluids, water in particular. Extra fluids dilute urine, making stones less likely.

During the summer months, it is important to drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. But consuming lots of liquid in the heat of summer can lower your risk for developing kidney stones, as well.

Typically this equates to drinking about eight to 10 glasses of water a day, which should allow for you to pass approximately 2 liters of urine per day.

One way to gauge whether you have adequate fluid intake is to check the appearance of your urine. If its light or clear, youre likely drinking enough fluids.

Avoid too many sugar sweetened beverages or colas as these can increase the risk. Added sodium in sports drinks and an excess of calcium also can increase your risk for stones.

The amount of salt in your diet makes a difference, too. Taking in too much salt increases the amount of calcium your kidneys have to filter, and that raises your risk of kidney stones.

Many foods that are popular during the summer, including processed foods and meats like hamburgers and hot dogs, which are laden with sodium and nitrates, also can affect your risk for kidney stones. Reducing the amount of salt in your diet may lower the risk of stones.

Crafting a diet to prevent kidney stones can be complicated, so if your father has not had a consultation with a dietitian, I would recommend that he do so. Together they can review his specific situation and work to create an eating plan tailored to his needs during the summer and beyond.

It is important for your father to know the type of stone he forms. This can help with dietary choices.

For example, if his stones are calcium oxalate, he may need to limit foods rich in oxalates. This includes certain fruits and vegetables, as well as nuts and chocolate. In most cases, eating low-fat dairy products with meals can protect against kidney stones by lowering oxalate that is absorbed.

Uric acid kidney stones can form in people who dont drink enough fluids, have diabetes or metabolic syndrome, or eat a high-protein diet. In that case, choosing a diet low in animal protein can help.

If he has not already had one, I would recommend your father ask his health care provider for a test called a metabolic urine profile.

This test involves analyzing urine over a 24- to 48-hour period. It gives specific information about how the kidneys are working and helps identify modifiable risk factors for kidney stone development.

Given your fathers history, it is important to know that heredity plays a role in kidney stones. People who have a family member with kidney stones are at least twice as likely to develop stones as those who dont have that family history.

Though kidney stones can occur in people in their 20s, most people get their first kidney stone between the 40 and 60. After you have one stone, the chance of getting another within a year is about 15%.

The likelihood of developing more stones in three to five years is 35% to 40%, and within 10 years, its 50%.

By taking time to become educated about kidney stones and practice good hydration and diet, your father can reduce his risk for kidney stones despite the changing temperatures.

Should he find that his kidney stones are increasing, he should follow up with his health care provider or a nephrologist.

Dr. Ivan Porter II, Nephrology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida

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ARIES: Theyre bold, adventurous competitors and are experts at being first. Headstrong and passionate, by virtue of their nature,they are always on the move, so they dont put on weight easily. They can progress better by exploiting their strength, endurance, and confidence. Activities like boxing,weightlifting, martial arts, and football would suit them better, however, they should be patient and realistic about the results.

Aries love spicy food and red meat and because of that, they get anxiety, acidity, acne, piles, hypertension, heart diseases or inflammation. They should avoid spicy food, red meat and should have more lemons, yoghurt, and green vegetables. Soya bean, mustard, cloves, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, lemon iced tea, and lots of water should be added into their diet along with sea food, specially fish as it is an important source of vitamin E, thats essential for them.

TAURUS: Theyre known for being a stabilisers and are grounded. They exercises tremendous patience. Their indulgence with rich food and lot of rest makes them develop a bulge. As they find it difficult to commit to hard workout schedules, they can choose exercises like cycling, walking, and swimming in a natural environment rather than closed spaces.

GEMINI: Theyre known for being intellectually alert. It is not too difficult for them to stay committed to a workout routine. These people love to stay fit and flexible and like to work out in a group. Activities like gymnastics, cycling, swimming, aerobics, dancing, and tennis are ideal. Pranayama is a must but they tend to avoid it due to restlessness. They are prone to chest disorder, asthma, cough, nervous disorder, dry skin, insomnia, hence, the ideal food would be steamed vegetables, nuts, high nutrients, and minerals such as calcium and magnesium. They should add garlic, ginger, pear, oranges, and yoghurt to their meals.

CANCER: Theyre are not only sensitive, theyre emotional nurtures who loves spending time with family, but are also very tenacious. Theyll be motivated to lose weight if dieting and nutrition becomes a family affair, with everyone involved. They should take up swimming, stretching and exercises, along with working out on the abdomen, as they tend to gain there. As they have little vitality, they should avoid alcohol, greasy food, milk products, non-vegetarian food, and excessive salt. They should eat steamed vegetables, nuts, fruits, and olive leaf.

LEO: Leos love to exercise but must be pampered and persuaded. Being passionate about music, theyd find aerobic dance interesting. Their work out routine should be in fresh air, preferably in the morning. As theyre prone to heart attacks, spinal problems, digestive troubles, and migraines, they should have home cooked food.

VIRGO: Virgos are tender beings, known for their perfectionism. However, they may feel easily discouraged if they dont immediately get the results. They are naturally capable of high endurance exercises like long distance running, cycling, football, squash, cricket, gymnastics, and rock climbing. They should avoid street food and should have more calcium. Spinach, broccoli, and cabbage are important for their digestive system. Garlic can be had to avoid arthritis. Grams and salads should be added to their diet.The views expressed hereare of the author

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After years of battling acne, Ivana feels confident in her skin (Picture: MDWfeatures / @muaivanak)

Makeup artist and entrepreneur Ivana Kostova, 24, has spent more than 10,000 trying to tackle the acne shes experienced since her teens.

But nothing worked until she went vegan and saw her problem skin quickly clear up.

Ivana, from London, started developing spots when she was 11, but soon noticed her acne was worse than that of her classmates.

Desperate to help Ivana better about her skin, her parents spent over 10,000 on acne treatments, including weekly sessions with dermatologists at 50 a pop, 200 chemical peels, pricey skincare products, topical creams, and antibiotics.

She also tried going on acne medication Accutane, but found it didnt work for her long-term.

Accutane helped me for a period of time it cleared my skin for four months but there were so many crazy side effects, Ivana said.

My skin became so dry that I was shedding like a snake every two weeks. I had styes on my eyes for four-months and I experienced very bad depression which had never happened to me before.

What I had wasnt considered normal when I was a teenager. I was the only person in my school with acne that was at such a bad stage. At that age, you feel like its the end of the world.

By fourteen, my life revolved around my skin. I would beg my mum not to send me to school because of how bad and painful my skin was.

My parents helped me in any way they could. We spent thousands on skincare and treatments.

Boys were always making fun of me so I began wearing makeup when I was thirteen.

Change came in 2014, when Ivana decided to change her diet.

She became vegan, upped how much water she drank, and tried out intermittent fasting, and soon noticed her acne cleared up.

Now a makeup artist, shes able to use makeup as a way to express her creativity rather than covering up.

I no longer have to hide behind retouched images of myself, Ivana said. After years of trying different treatments for my skin, I decided to completely change my lifestyle and habits. I studied how our mind is connected to our gut health.

That led me to becoming vegan for a year and I started to implement intermittent fasting, which I swear by.

I used to only drink one glass of water a day now I cant imagine not drinking my three-litres.

I also figured out that moisturiser was not my enemy and I stopped wearing foundation when I was 21. This was a five-year process.

Ivana also discovered the skin positivity community online and began sharing photos of her acne with her followers in an attempt to break down the shame around imperfections.

She now hopes to inspire others to embrace and take care of their skin, and to feel confident rather than needing to cover up.

I was hesitant to post pictures at first but once I did, it was such a relief, says Ivana. The community is always there to welcome people in and give advice or uplifting support.

We have to challenge the beauty industry on the example that we set for girls and women. The looks we see in magazines arent achievable by any means.

Its time we see real people with real skin and bodies we need to uplift people for being unique.

Do you have a story to share?

Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk.

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If your stomach has ever felt so swollen that you have to unbutton your pants, or if you've felt like you have gas trapped in your belly that simply can't be released, you've experienced bloating.

While bloating is uncomfortable, most of the time it's caused by something relatively harmless. You can relieve bloating with dietary changes or over-the-counter remedies, says Ashkan Farhadi, MD, a gastroenterologist at MemorialCare Orange Coast Medical Center in Fountain Valley, California.

Bloating is usually caused by excess abdominal gas, Farhadi says. You can sometimes relieve it with belching or flatulence, but there are other times where it feels trapped. Here are 5 possible causes of bloating and how to get rid of it.

One of the most common culprits of bloating is lactose intolerance. According to the US National Library of Medicine, about 65% of people worldwide are not able to fully digest lactose, which is a type of sugar found primarily in milk and dairy products like cheese.

People with lactose intolerance lack an enzyme called lactase, which helps break down and digest lactose. Bacteria in your gut then eat the undigested food and produce gas as a byproduct, causing bloating, Farhadi says.

It's not just lactose intolerance that causes bloating. For example, there are other sugar intolerances where people lack the enzymes to fully digest maltose (malt sugar) or sucrose (regular table sugar), Farhadi says.

If you're lactose intolerant, you have the option of taking Lactaid or a similar over-the-counter product that contains the enzyme necessary to break down lactose, which will help you digest dairy products. However, according to Mayo Clinic, this isn't foolproof for everyone with lactose intolerance.

Moreover, if it's some other intolerance causing bloating, you should speak with a physician about trying an elimination diet. Before scheduling a visit, keep a food diary for at least a few days and pay attention to what foods may be triggering your symptoms. You can then discuss how to go about eliminating these foods from your diet in a healthy way where you don't risk any nutritional deficiencies.

Although we are always being told to eat more fiber, eating too much fiber especially if you've only recently added it to your diet can cause bloating, Farhadi says.

Some examples of foods that are high in fiber that might be the culprit of your bloating include:

By its very nature, fiber is not digestible by the human intestine, Farhadi says. The benefit to this is that fiber-rich foods move through your digestive tract more slowly and don't spike blood sugar levels. Consuming high-fiber foods also comes with other benefits like alleviating constipation and lowering cholesterol.

However, the downside is that the undigested fiber is a buffet for your gut bacteria, which can produce gas. And if there is excess fiber, there can be excess gas. That's why beans, which are very fiber-rich, are notorious for causing flatulence.

If you experience excess bloating shortly after you eat high-fiber foods, you might need to limit the amount you're consuming, Farhadi says. The recommended daily intake of fiber is 38 grams for men and 25 grams for women.

If your doctor has recommended adding more fiber to your diet, make sure you start slow and gradually build up how much you consume. This will help your gut and gut bacteria get used to the new fiber and may prevent bloating.

If you're already past the point of no return, Farhadi says you can try over-the-counter products that will relieve gas and bloating such as Gas-X or Gaviscon. Gas-X works by breaking down excess gas bubbles and Gaviscon works by creating a protective layer in the stomach and also neutralizing stomach acids.

Alternatively, you could try taking Beano before you eat, which has enzymes that can help you break down hard-to-digest foods and possibly prevent gas before it starts.

Swallowing air is a natural part of eating and drinking. But Farhadi says there are some circumstances where people can swallow excessive air, which leads to gas and bloating. The technical name for this is aerophagia.

Some common causes of aerophagia include:

Be mindful when you are eating and drinking. Eating slowly is key, and can help you gulp down less air in the process. You may also want to cut back on smoking and chewing gum. If you wear dentures and think that could be the problem, consult your dentist or prosthodontist.

If anxiety could be the reason for your aerophagia, check out our guide on how to deal with anxiety. And remember that during an attack, steady, slow, deep breaths through the nose and out through the mouth can not only prevent aerophagie but also help resolve the attack.

While the FDA has approved a variety of artificial sweeteners for safe consumption, Farhadi says that artificial sweeteners can cause bloating and gas because they are not easily digested.

Some of the most popular artificial sweeteners are Sucralose (Splenda), Aspartame (Equal), and Saccharin (Sweet'N Low). On top of these being available in packets to be added to whatever food or drink you'd like, they are often in diet products such as diet soda.

Sugar alcohols are low-calorie sugar alternatives that can also cause bloating. Common examples of these are sorbitol, xylitol, and mannitol, which are often found in sugar-free gum and candy.

Sugar alcohol and artificial sweeteners are examples of FODMAPs, which are foods and ingredients that are hard to digest and thereby cause GI symptoms such as bloating and diarrhea, according to Harvard Medical School.

If artificial sweeteners cause bloating or gas, the best way to treat this is to cut artificial sweeteners out of your diet or limit them. If you put artificial sweetener packets in your coffee or other beverages, try using regular sugar instead, or a flavored creamer that isn't sugar free (because these contain artificial sweeteners) to give it some more flavoring.

When it comes to diet soda or other diet products, check the label. It's likely they contain some kind of artificial sweetener. If you aren't totally sure that the artificial sweeteners are the cause of your bloating, you can try giving it up for a few days and see if you notice a difference. You can also use the aforementioned OTC gas-relievers.

It's possible that your bloating goes beyond a dietary issue. There are several health conditions that can cause a range of GI symptoms including bloating. Some examples are:

Just because you're experiencing bloating, it doesn't necessarily mean that you have one of these health conditions. But if you are persistently experiencing bloating as well as other symptoms such as chronic diarrhea, constipation, or nausea, it's worth a visit to your doctor.

Your doctor will likely ask you about your medical history, lifestyle, and diet, and may run some tests to get a better idea of your possible condition. Then, they can give you a specialized treatment plan that might include both medications and lifestyle changes.

Regardless of the cause of your bloating, it is possible to find relief. As discussed, over the counter gas medications can help, but Farhadi says what's most important is getting to the root of the problem and determining what exactly is causing the bloating and discomfort.

"Work on the source rather than just putting a bandaid on the symptom," says Farhadi.

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So youve kept yourself disciplined, making healthy food choices all week long. Now, its time for a little reward for your sweet tooth, with ice cream being the guilty pleasure of choice. Instead of going completely rogue and dismantling all your hard work by diving headfirst into a 1-liter tub of ice cream, you can instead, delve into your creativity by making your own ice cream at home.

By doing so, not only will you be able to control what ingredients you use, but youll also be in complete control of the calories, fat and sugar that you take in, ensuring you dont ruin your diet all in one go or being held hostage in your kitchen for hours.

If youve never made ice cream before and are worried that your skills in the kitchen are not up to scratch, rest assured, its a lot easier than you think.

To help you get started, weve rounded up four healthy ice cream recipes which youll find to be incredibly simple and delicious.

Strawberry ice cream is the ultimate in summer decadence. To make an easy, creamy homemade strawberry Greek yogurt ice cream, you will need to prepare the right equipment before you begin. Get out your gelato maker, a knife and chopping board, a wooden spoon and freezer trays and youre all set. Slice strawberries and blend them with a tub of your favorite greek yogurt. Omit the usual cup of milk and instead, opt for a spoon of canned coconut milk as a fantastic substitute for heavy cream, especially if you want to cut down on the calories.

Pop this in the freezer for 2 hours and your ice cream will be ready! Serve with sliced strawberries or shaved dark chocolate.

The most important thing when making avocado-walnut ice cream is to choose an avocado at its perfect moment of ripeness. Too soon and it will be hard and flavorless, too late and it will overripe and mushy. Blend avocado, a handful of walnuts, a banana, and a cup of coconut milk. Perfectly ripe avocado has its own natural sweetness but if you want a little more of a bang, add some maple syrup to sweeten it further. Quite often, if you use a banana that is a little over-ripe, the ice cream will be sweet enough and you wont have to add anything to it at all.

Pop the mix in the freezer for 2 hours and serve with extra chopped walnuts on top to add a crunchy dimension of texture.

This healthy, 4-ingredient chocolate ice cream is made up of dark chocolate, cacao powder, unsweetened almond milk and coconut flakes, and boasts the same creamy texture of traditional chocolate ice cream without the fake, unnatural fillers. Plus, its also dairy-free, vegan, and ready to eat in just five minutes!

To add a bit of sweetness to the dessert, blend all of the ingredients with a fully ripe banana until smooth. Depending on if you choose to use frozen banana slices and how solid they are, you may need to thin out your ice cream with almond milk.

Freeze the mix for 2 hours and In the end, youll be treated to a soft and refreshing ice cream made with all-natural, healthy ingredients.

If you like ice cream which doesnt pack too much sweetness, then this recipe might just be the right choice for you. Matcha, a Japanese green tea powder, has a bitter flavor profile as an individual ingredient, but with the addition of natural sweeteners such as dates and honey, you wont have to worry about touching that jar of sugar to try and balance out the bitterness.

Matcha ice cream is easy to make. With its makeup of naturally sweet and healthy ingredients, not only will this ice cream satisfy your cravings, but its also good for your health.

Start with some coconut milk, a tasty, calorie-burning liquid which is great for your heart, blood pressure, and cholesterol. Pair this up with some unsweetened almond milk, which has been proven to help with weight loss, improve vision, promote a healthy heart, and strengthen bones, and youve got yourself a great thick and creamy base. Then, simply throw in those dates and honey for natural sweetness. Pop it in the freezer for two hours and bon appetit!

Surprisingly, this deliciously sweet, bitter, and grassy concoction is secretly low in calories and carbs, contains no added sugar, and is laden with antioxidants.

With summer here, it is definitely time to pull out the blender and start experimenting with some frozen treats. Ice cream is the ultimate summer snack and there are so many different flavors that you can make. Let your imagination run wild!

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Trying to lose weight while on the famous keto diet? If so, then here are some high-carb foods that you need to stay away from.

By now, we should all be aware that the process of losing weight and shedding those extra pounds requires some very mindful eating as well as commitment. In fact, a lot even follow specific diet plans that allow them to lose a certain amount of weight in a certain period of time. One such plan is the ever-popular ketogenic (or keto) diet.

Popular among social media influencers and celebrities, the keto diet is promoted as a diet that is both sustainable and easy. But as mentioned above, losing weight requires mindful eating based on the diet plan youre using. Following the keto diet means that you have to eat a low-carb and high-fat diet since the gist is to put your body into a process called ketosis, have it tap into your fat stores for energy that would lead to weight loss.

But avoiding high-carb foods that youre used to can be tricky, which is why weve listed some that you need to steer clear of:

Fruits and Vegetables

While both of these are always a healthy addition to a diet, some of them are high in carbohydrates, such as corn, peas, squash, potatoes, bananas, oranges, blueberries and apples. Always make sure to do some research before eating a fruit or veggie.

Grains

Although generally healthy, grains should be avoided while on the keto diet since theyre rich in carbs. Foods like pasta and bread that are made from grains should be avoided as well.

Dairy

Despite being a rich source of protein, some dairy products such as yogurt, milk and cottage cheese are also rich in carbs and therefore should be off the table while on the diet.

Sugary Sodas and Beverages

Since sodas are filled with sugar that is straight-up carbohydrates, you need to avoid them if youre on the keto diet. Instead, opt for water whenever you can. Its healthier too.

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In the summer people drink more fluids than at other times of the year, but the nutritionist from Turkey Barrine Yigit advised to pay attention to this process. The expert listed the drinks that help to lose weight and not gain weight.

When excessive fluid intake begins to grow beer belly. This will help avoid correct selection of drinks that not only quench thirst, but will make the person slimmer. The leader is a pure non-carbonated water. Nothing best people have not yet invented. Water perfectly fills the shortage of body fluids, which is important in the summer. In the heat it is recommended to brew herbal teas and drink them chilled. The ideal option is to drink room temperature. It is not necessary to give preference to hot tea, but too cold the fluid is hazardous to health. In herbal infusions, you can add mint leaves. These drinks contain antioxidants that accelerates the process of weight loss.

Barrine Yigit is not advised to use ready-made store-bought teas. They contain a lot of sugar, dyes, preservatives and other harmful substances. Fresh juices break down tooth enamel, affect the acidity of the stomach, and they contain glucose. The abuse of people at risk to gain weight. Instead it is wiser to eat a fruit with flesh or to drink a glass of juice with the addition of vegetables. It is reported by the Reactor.

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The keto diet has taken the fitness world by storm. Countless celebrities and social media personalities swear by it, and it has become a staple in every single fitness blog and magazine around the world. The keto diet, short for ketogenic, is a high-fat and low-carb diet. The diet works by reducing your carbohydrate intake and increasing the amount of fat that you consume. When you reduce your carbohydrate level as drastically as the keto diet suggests, then your body enters into a metabolic state that has been named ketosis. A very large part of the keto diet is milkshakes and smoothies, that provide a huge amount of nutrients and minerals and are a great way for you to lose weight and tone up.

Here are seven reasons why you need to start drinking keto shakes this summer.

Every single glass of a keto-shake that you drink is full of vitamins and minerals. Keto-shakes are absolutely filled with nutrition and every single sip is a shot of pure nutrients. You can follow this link to learn further about the nutritional power of keto-shakes. A keto diet does not allow you to have too many fruits in your diet, which means that many smoothies and shakes are entirely vegetable-based.

Some of the most popular milkshakes and smoothies include the superfoods kale, beetroot, and spinach. You can also include anything from the swede family. You must add fats into your shakes to adhere to the keto-diet. Other popular veggies for your smoothies are avocado and Zucchini. You can add high-fat peanut butter, coconut cream, or heavy cream, and top with chia seeds. Yum!

Keto shakes are full of antioxidants, and antioxidants can work to protect you from heart disease and cancer. These shakes are also full of B-vitamins and folic acid, and both of these can improve your memory, clarity, focus, and mental wellbeing, thereby improving your cognitive function and helping to stimulate brain health. You can derive great benefits from drinking regular keto shakes, and anything that boosts your brain health is something to be pursued.

The human gut is quite frequently referred to as your second brain. Keto milkshakes aid intestinal health and can be a fantastic way to improve your overall quality of life. The nutrients contained within these shakes and smoothies are very beneficial to the overall health of your gut and can help your digestive system function properly.

Unfortunately, many of us are very, very dehydrated, and we do not even know. Drinking regular keto milkshakes and smoothies can be a great way to improve your hydration and ensure that your body is functioning the way that it is meant to. You cannot drink smoothies as a complete substitute for water, but a smoothie can be a great way to top up your hydration when you are feeling parched.

It is no surprise that keto shakes can help you to lose weight. It is, in fact, one of the best ways to lose weight on the keto diet. You can derive great benefit from regularly drinking these milkshakes, and you should factor them into your diet to seriously improve your fitness and your overall health.

Smoothies are a simple and effective way to get the nutrients that you need as part of a keto diet. You can draw great benefits from drinking them every single day and you will see your life impacted positively because of it. Smoothies are fun, convenient, and quick.

Unfortunately, some people absolutely cannot stomach the thought of eating fruit and vegetables. Fruit and vegetables are a great way to get the nutrients you need to stay healthy and are absolutely fundamental as part of a keto diet.

If you cannot stomach eating fruit and vegetables, then smoothies will become your new best friend. They will enable you to get the benefits of the fruit and veg without making yourself feel sick. Smoothies and shakes are the best part of a keto diet and anybody who adheres to this diet will surely agree.

Now you know a few benefits of drinking milkshakes and smoothies as part of a keto diet. You will find that once you embark on a keto diet, you will never want to go back. Cutting carbs is the best thing you can do for your body.

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If you are like most people right now, you're looking for ways to boost immunity, lower inflammation and get healthier in light of the spreading coronavirus.One way is to eat more vegetables, fruits, and get more exercise. But the other is by stopping eating meat and dairy (or at least cutting way back), since COVID-19 has shed light on the fact that inflammation can lead to complications of the virus, and studies have connected meat-eating with higherinflammation. The meat industry especially has taken a beating during coronavirus, as tens of thousands of workers have been getting sick and consumers are eating more plant-based foods. If you're one of them or need more reasons to ditch meat this month, here are the top 10 reasons to cut out meat and dairy. Consider this your Declaration of Independencefrom animal products that could be making you sick, now or later.

Side note: The actual Declaration was not signed on July 4, 1776. Independence was formally declared on July 2, 1776, a date that John Adams believed would be the most memorable ... in the history of America. On July 4, 1776, Congress approved the final text of the Declaration (as an editor, I get that this can take a couple of days).But the Declaration wasnt signed until August 2, 1776, according toConstitutionfacts.org.So consider this Declaration Month: you have till August to get your independence act together. What are you striving to get free of? Give yourself the next three weeks to be free of foods that make you sick.

Declare your independence from meat and dairy fromnow until August 2nd and see how you feel. Do it foryour health, do it for the planet, do it for the welfare of farmed animals, or any other reason you feel like (maybe you just like Harry Styles) since it's a win across the board. Here is my hope for you: Try it, and see how your body reacts. For me, now that I don't eat meat and dairy (or poultry, fish, or eggs) I feel so much better.

Meat used to be considered healthy, essential for protein and building strong muscles. Now we know it's full of antibiotics, causes inflammation, and meat's saturated fat leads to heart disease, while studies show that people who eat more red meat have a higher incidence of certaincancers, obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

The same is true of dairy: Milk used to beconsidered necessary for calcium, to build strong bones. Now we knowdairy, and especially cheese, contains elevated estrogens anddoctors want it to come with warning labels that it promotes breast, and other hormonally driven cancers like uterine, and prostate cancer.

Whereas the flip side is true: Eating more whole-food, plant-based diet, full of fiber and antioxidants, lowers your risks of heart disease, stroke, hypertension, diabetes, obesity and breast cancer while boosting your immune system. You reduce your risk of dying prematurely from all causes, a study, published in theJournal of the American Heart Association, found. Plant-based diets are associated with a lower risk of not only heart disease but"all causes of mortality"the study concluded.

Here are thetop 10reasons to declareYOUR independence from meat and dairy, and why youwill benefit from trying to eat plant-based (or mostly so)for the next three weeks. Write your own Declaration of Independence, and you can decide whether to sign it later.

With 3 million cases of COVID-19 in the US and the number climbing daily, the best defense is a good defense. Meaning your immune system's ability to play whack-a-mole with any foreign invader that may get in.

There are known benefits to eating a diet high in vitamin-packed foods full of C, A, E, D, B, and minerals like zinc, iron as well as potassium and calcium. Plant-based foods like deep leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains, legumes, and seeds are full of these essential vitamins and minerals, antioxidants, and phytochemicals that supply the body with the building blocks of your immune systems' defenses.

You will never need to take vitamin C if you eat a red bell pepper a day since it packs three times the vitamin C as an orange. Start your day with hot water with lemon and get 1/3 of the daily recommended amount of vitamin C for the day. Eat a large vegetable-filled salad for lunch, and get several greens for dinner, and you'll never feel tired or sluggish after a meal. Nature's fast food is a piece of fruit. Eat a peach, an apple or a plum for slow-burning clean energy. To fight off all viruses, COVID-19 included, keep your body in the best shape possible, inside and out, by getting sleep, exercising daily and eating plant-based foods.

The list of Immunity boosting foods is so long, we chose the top 13, but when you look at a farm stand, bets are on that you could find immune-boosting phytochemicals or antioxidant or vitamin or mineral, from A to Zinc, that will help your body fight off the virus. Here is the story on the Top 13 Foods to Eat to Boost Immunity Now.One favorite: Mushrooms.

Studies show that those who eat a low-carb, vegan, or plant-based diet have a smaller waist circumference than those who don't and that the most dramatic weight loss has been found among people who adopt a vegan diet. "Obese participants found the most pronounced effect on weight loss [from] a vegan diet." Meanwhile, over the course of months, the most dramatic health benefits also come from a vegan diet. So it's a win-win across the board.

There is no question that nutrient-dense food such as vegetables and fruit will help you lose weight. When you fill-up on fiber and vegetableswhichare made up ofwater more than any other moleculeyou get satisfied with fewer calories, and your body burns off these calories quicker than calorie-dense foods full of fat, added sugar, simple carbs, and chemicals. Try the VegStart Diet for a weight-loss plan you can live with. It will teach you how to prepare and create meals that are delicious, filling, and help you lose weight naturally.

There are so many studies to support the fact that a plant-based diet is beneficial for your heart. Respected heart doctors like Dean Ornish and Caldwell Esselstyn, Joel Kahn and Joel Furhman, Andrew Freeman, who calls himself the Vegan Cardiologist, and T. Colin Campbell who is co-author of The China Study, all tell us that science backs up the fact that red meat adds to coronary heart disease while a diet rich in plants canreverse symptoms of heart disease.

Consider this recentstudy, for one: "Plant-based diets are associated with lower blood pressure, lower blood lipids, and reduced platelet aggregation than non-vegetarian diets, and are beneficial in weight management, reduce the risk of developing metabolic syndrome, and type 2 diabetes. Well planned vegetarian diets provide benefits in preventing and reversing atherosclerosis and in decreasing CVD [cardiovascular disease] risk factors and should be promoted through dietary guidelines and recommendations."

And these are doctors, recommending to other doctors, that we should all eat plant-based.

Meanwhile, in a story that is intended to lay for rest once and for all the dangers of saturated fat, found in animal products, especially meat and dairy, along with tropical oils,Dr. Joel Kahn wants the public to understand there is no debate here. This whole "butter is back" reasoning is ill-founded, he wrote. Butter is not back. Meat is also off the plate, as is poultry. The best heart-healthy fats are those that come from plants you could grow: Avocado, Olive, Nuts, and Seeds. Better yet limit the oil altogether. But if you need oil for cooking, make sure it's not derived from something that walks. Your heart will thank you. While you're avoiding sat fat, stay away from coconut and palm oils, since they contain it as well.

We have heard it over and over again: Eating plant-based or vegan is expensive. It's elite, It's for people who shop at Whole Foods. Well here is some news for you: It's actually cheaper. the priciest item in your cart is likely to be meat, followed closely by sugar. There's a reason that the entire world subsists very healthily on rice and beans. Meat used to be a sign of prosperity in many cultures. People ate meat to show that they were rich.

In a study that tracked the shopping receipts of nearly 1,100 meat-eaters versus nonmeat eaters, the authors found that those who eat vegan or skip meat saved an average of $23 on their grocery store everyweek. That adds up to $23 a week, multiplied times four, and you have yourself an extra C-note per month to spend on whatever you like. May we suggest a new bathing suit to show off your super svelte physiquefrom your plant-based VegStartDiet?

You never want to think that something you did "gave" your cancer. That's just the wrong way to consider risk factors. But you can lower your risk of getting cancer by not smoking, not sunbathing or using tanning beds, and not eating meat, dairy, or animal products. That iswhat we are learning from studies on cancer risk and diet that review large swaths of the population over decades and report on eating habits and cancer incidents. Consider this like the 70s. After more smokers got lung disease, warning labels were put on cigarettes. Now the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wants to see labels on cheese: That the estrogens in dairy can contribute to a lifetime risk of breast cancer.

In several studies, those whoate the least meat and dairy and ate the most plant-based foodsover the years also had the lowest cancer risk. You don't smoke; quit meat and dairy.

Fiber appears to be the magic pill. Women who ate the most fiber had the best chance of avoiding breast cancer, likely because a high fiber diet also keeps weight in check and clears out the digestive system so toxins have less time to linger in the body.In one study, the more often you go to the bathroom, the less the "waste" has a chance to be reabsorbed where toxins get stored in breast tissue, creating more risk for future cancer to form. The Beet covered this in our story about the healthiest "elimination" habits. The more often the better.

For male readers, note this: There is often a correlation between breast cancer and other hormonallysensitive cancers such as prostate cancer. There is still much to be studied; but while research is often focused on breast cancer, studies on meat, dairy, and other cancers. Studies confirma link between meat-eating and colorectal cancer. So do yourself a favor and eat more plant-based foods to avoid an elevated risk of any cancer.

That sluggish feeling after a big meal of meat can be a sign that your body has trouble digesting meat, which can slow down in your intestines and cause fatigue as your body works harder to digest your food.

Other signs your body isn't digesting meat properly, according to experts: Dark circles. You may not be tired or have to live with dark circles. Cut out meat and see if they improve. This is because as the animal product gets stuck in your intestines "the compromised gut lining allows meat particles topass through the gut wall" and into the bloodstream where they are regarded asforeign invaders, according to a medical paper from Geelong Medical Health Center. "The body will try toproduce antibodies toeliminate the foreign substance, and thereaction tothiscan bedark circles under the eyes, asymptom which isusually overlooked byhealth professionals." Skip the meat and see if your dark circles disappear.

Other symptoms you are not digesting meat properly: Bad breath, body odor, constipation, and fatigue. If you have any of these symptoms after eating meat, declare your independence from animal products for three weeks and see how you feel.

Joaquin Phoenix, Harry Styles, Harrison Ford, Zac Efron, Sir Paul McCartney, Usher and Mike Tyson all have ditched the meat. On the gal's side of the aisle, it's Kristen Wiig, Sandra Oh, Miley Cirus, Ariana Grande, the Bailey Sisters, Lizzo, Billey Eilish, and .A$AP Rocky, and Will.I. Am. The list goes on and on and on.

And that doesn't even include athletes. Novak Djokovic, Arnold Schwartzenegger, and many marathoners and triathletes, endurance athletes who need to be lean and strong and injury-free have all adopted a plant-based lifestyle. So has Lewis Hamilton, Formula One Driver and in the NFL, Cam Newton and Tom Brady and othersare playing on plant protein.In the NBA, Kyrie Irving and DeAndre Jordan and othersare crushing it without eating meat. Again, there are dozens of athletes who have seen their endurance improve on a plant-powered diet. Watch The Game Changers for inspiration and a better understanding of why athletes are increasingly choosing this higher octane fuel choice: To recover faster, fight inflammation, avoid sluggishness, stay light, and avoid injury.

Our admiration for these artists and athletes leaves us thinking: What do they know that we don't know. Generally, if they are this tuned into the plant-based, vegan or meatless lifestyle, it's probably because they look better and feel better, and can perform better.

In that case, we'll have what they're having.

Consider this: Eating just one plant-based meal a day for a year is the equivalent of saving the same carbon emissions as driving across the country, according to science offered byOne Meal a Day,the organization started by Suzy Amis Cameron, activist, author, and actor, and wife of James Cameron, so eating three plant-based meals is like driving from New York to LA and back!

The land use, water use and fossil fuels needed to raise farmed animals is the biggest human contributor to greenhouse gasses that we can control. (There are naturally occurring methane emissions that we can't control.) So if you want to lower your carbon footprint, along with eyeing and new Tesla for your next ride, or if that isn't in the budget, just leave the meat and dairy in the grocery store. Already sales of meat are down 18 percent during COVID-19. That may be rough on meat processing companies but it's much better for the planet, for animals, and for our health.

Even if you're not ready to go the whole distance, every small step toward a more plant-based diet has a benefit on you and on the planet. For more on how this works, readThe Beet's story:More People Going Mostly Plant-Based Has Vast Climate Benefits

Once you learn what happens in factory farms, you can't unwatch it. My education on this began with the documentaryWhat the Healthin a scene that showed sick pigs with boils being ready for slaughter. The point was the boil gets into your food. I felt sorry for the pig. In another disturbing video made undercover at Fair Oaks Farms and released last summer, cows and calves were separated at birth, the calves being thrown like sacks of potatoes into pens, the mothers forced into a carousel of milking machinery, punched and prodded and if they hesitated too long, their tails snapped. This is just the "lighter" awful stuff that goes on in factory farms. That farm, Fair Oaks, is owned by Cocacola. I boycotted Diet Coke for months. The companies involved apologized and the authorities "brought charges" against individuals but after watching this video I got the feeling this was more the norm than the exception.

In an interview with The Beet,Nikki Glaserthe hilarious comedian and standup goddess talked about her education about animal cruelty and how it upsets her too much to think about it. I think most people I know hate to think about it. Who wants to believe we are capable of hurting animals? It's not something people like to have brought up over steak. I don't bring it up. I got into this for health, but as I said, once you see it, you can't unwatch.

My family had a farm in Georgia, and the animals were free, loved and cared for like housepets. I always hoped that the farms were like that. But it's not the case and the pictures of packed in birds not only harm the chickens but can become the next hotspot for the avian virus, or the next pandemic. COVID-19 is only the most recent of these infections that have lept from the animal world to humans. It's getting to be a pattern. We can avoid it by just not eating the food that supports these farms and these conditions.

No one wants to hear about any workerswho are getting sickor have rampant cases of COVID-19, as is the case in the meat processing industry. It's literally stomach-turning to imagine meat workers, chopping up meat while standing close together, falling ill to COVID-19 in droves. More than 20,000 meatpacking workers have fallen ill and the death toll in the meat plants has risen above 5,000, as plants like Tyson and Smithfield have been forced to shut. The outbreaks in the meat plants have led to shortages, and consumers staying away from meat. Sales of meat are down 18 percent, and the meat industry is projected to lose billions of dollarsthis year due to coronavirus disruptions.

Sales of meat are down,for the first time in six years as meatless alternatives are driving plant-based sales up. During the spring buying season, total plant-based food sales grew 27%, which was 35% faster than total retail food sales. More Americans are embracing eating plant-based foods, for their health, for the planet, for animals. What's your reason? You have until August 2nd to give it a try.

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