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15 foods to relieve stress

folate, which produces dopamine, a pleasure-inducing brain chemical that helps you stay calm,' Heather Mangieri, RDN, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, tells Health. A study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders involving 2,800 middle-aged and elderly people found th ...

22
May
2020

NAPSO therapy: a method of prevention and health.

PSO therapy? The NAPSO-therapy is a method of prevention and health that revolves around three axes. Its name is an acronym composed of: • N for nutrition • AP for physical activity • SO for sleep It is based on the simple but effective idea that these three prevention axes are l ...

17
July
2023

Nutrition: 5 common misconceptions about undernutrition

1- It is a rare problem in France Contrary to what is often imagined, undernutrition does not only affect poor or famine-affected countries. In France too, nearly 2 million French people are affected by this health problem, sometimes without realizing it. We speak of 'undernutrition' as soon ...

16
Nov
2021

Nutrition: how to feed your brain?

What are the neurotransmitters of well-being? Brain nutrition is not the primary motivation when deciding to eat a balanced diet and adopt a healthier lifestyle. And yet, this organ directly affects our good mood, our level of tonus and even our fitness weight through chemicals called neurotrans ...

09
Aug
2022

Bakery: less salt in bread starting from October 1st.

Why this change? According to the official recommendations of the WHO and the National Nutrition Health Program, the French should reduce their salt intake to a maximum of 5g per day, which is equivalent to a teaspoon. Not only is it not easy to stick to this amount for seasoning dishes, but many ...

02
Oct
2023

The Science Festival: animations throughout France

iscover how scientific advancements influence sports practices, and vice versa. Through sports, various scientific developments will be presented in nutrition, sociology, biology, biomechanics, psychology, pharmacology, and cognitive sciences... Sports is a unifying theme that will surely foster di ...

13
Nov
2008

Nutritional information: is the Nutri-score really reliable?

w it today made its appearance on food packaging in the spring of 2017. Health Minister Marisol Touraine announced March 15, 2017 that the simplified nutritional logo recommended to manufacturers would be this color code quite comparable to the energy class of household appliances... This system, ...

21
Mar
2017

Nutrition: how to make a complete salad?

e salad that constitutes a balanced meal is not to skimp on raw vegetables. You can be generous with raw or cooked vegetables as they have multiple nutritional qualities. They are rich in fiber and nutrients and low in calories. Not only can you use them without moderation, but you should also ...

05
Oct
2021

Nutrition: butter or margarine?

d, for light cooking, at a temperature lower than 130°C, it is possible to use both butter and margarine. In conclusion As often when it comes to nutritional balance, it is necessary to avoid excess, both for butter and margarine because they are very fatty products and therefore very caloric. ...

11
Jan
2022

Physical activity: 95% of French people do not move enough according to ANSES

the space and time dedicated to physical activities and sports.', explains Prof. Irene Margaritis, head of the Unit of evaluation of risks related to nutrition at the ANSES. Good to know The physical activity recommended for its protective effect on health is not limited to sports. It encompa ...

21
Feb
2022

Nutrition: 5 benefits of melon

1- It is rich in water A fruit vegetable from the Cucurbitaceae family, the melon ripens exactly at the time of year when we need it most. In fact, melons are among the most water-rich fruits. A quarter of this fruit provides about 14 centiliters of water, the equivalent of a small glass. It ...

05
July
2022

Banning junk food advertising reduces risk of obesity

salt and sugar such as cheeseburgers, salted nuts and candy was described as absurd. Yet a July 2022 study in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that it is not at all! According to this study conducted by researchers from the University of Sheffield and ...

15
Sep
2022

Why do we get colder as we age?

ther aggravated by behavioral causes. What are the behavioral causes of cold feet? As people age, some lose their appetite and may suffer from undernutrition (a scourge that affects between 4% and 10% of people over 70 living at home). Yet, insufficient nutrition leads to weight loss and melt of ...

29
Dec
2022

General practitioner, dietician or nutritionist: which is the best doctor for losing weight?

ealth insurance but not by the Health Insurance. To relearn how to eat a balanced diet and benefit from dietary management, you can also consult a nutritionist doctor. Nutritionist doctors practice in a nutrition department in the hospital or in town (when they are also endocrinologists). Prof ...

06
Mar
2023

Eating healthy at work: 6 practical tips for lunch break.

tent of one's plate and the composition of the midday meal. 4- Balancing your meal. Another key to eating healthily at the office is, of course, balanced nutrition. To stay energized throughout the day, it's important to vary your meals and balance the major nutrient groups. Another one of the 6 pr ...

06
June
2023

Summer Recipes: A Week of Easy and Seasonal Menus

trived to vary the pleasures but also to balance the meals by integrating a source of proteins and complex carbohydrates (starches) each time. If the notion of balanced nutrition interests you, I invite you to read our article on the subject: eating balanced thanks to the 7 food families. Weekly me ...

25
Aug
2023

Nutrition: 5 essential vitamins and minerals in winter.

1- Vitamin C Not surprisingly, vitamin C tops the list of the 5 essential vitamins and minerals in winter. This vitamin, also known as ascorbic acid, has numerous benefits for combating low energy and immunity often associated with the winter season. Vitamin C contributes to the proper functioning ...

03
Nov
2023

Senior Nutrition: Beware of False Good Resolutions!

However, in the absence of a medical imperative, it is not necessary to completely eliminate salt from your diet. Eating without salt is a false good nutritional resolution for two reasons. First, the absence of salt promotes loss of appetite and malnutrition among the elderly. Second, it can also ...

05
Jan
2024

Pomegranate: 5 Incredible Health Benefits of This Fruit

n of this cancer is four times slower in patients who drink a glass (250 ml) of pomegranate juice daily. Its juice also has beneficial properties. In nutrition, it is often said that fruit juice is less beneficial than the whole fruit, which provides dietary fiber and is more filling. However, the p ...

25
Jan
2024

The Meer Method: 5 Keys to Losing Weight Without Dieting

all else. Because it is based on a psychological and behavioral approach, the Meer method is much more than just a weight loss method. It is rather a nutritional and cognitive rebalancing. This method encourages patients to reconnect with their bodies to better listen and respond to its demands and ...

11
Mar
2024