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Physical Activity And Health Eufic

Physical activity is defined as any bodily movement, produced by skeletal muscles, that requires energy. This includes activities undertaken while working, playing, carrying out household chores, travelling and … See more

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Sodium: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

WEBFor example, raw meat and fish can contain between 30 to 150 mg per 100 g of food, while fruits and vegetables usually have less than 50 mg per 100 g of food. …

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What Are Proteins and What Is Their Function in the Body

WEBOur body needs dietary protein to supply amino acids for the growth and maintenance of our cells and tissues. Our dietary protein requirement changes …

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Choline: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

WEBHow much choline you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of 18) …

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The benefits of fruits and vegetables Eufic

WEBFruits and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. Not only do these colourful foods add flavour and variety to your meals, but they also pack a …

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10 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Adults Eufic

WEB10 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Adults. 1. Eat a variety of foods. 2. Base your diet on plenty of foods rich in carbohydrates. 3. Replace saturated with unsaturated fat. 4. …

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Is soy good or bad for you

WEBVitamins and minerals: soy can be a good source of B-vitamins, iron (although our bodies can absorb this type of iron less effective than animal-based iron), …

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Food Pyramids, Plates and Guides: Building a Balanced Diet

WEBOld and new food pyramids. The original food pyramid was created in Sweden in 1974. 2, 3 Other food advice had been presented earlier to the public, both in …

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Health conditions Eufic

WEBThe World Health Organization defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity." Health conditions, …

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What are non-communicable diseases and how can we reduce our …

WEBReferences. Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are a major public health concern globally and their prevalence is increasing due to an increasing life expectancy, …

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Pulses (Q&A) Eufic

WEBPulses are nutritious, good for the planet, and affordable, versatile and delicious. Pulses are rich in proteins, slow digesting carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, …

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The Functions of Fats in the Body Eufic

WEBCholesterol. All animal cells contain cholesterol, a lipid that plays a role in the membrane’s fluidity and permeability. Cholesterol is also a precursor of vitamin D, …

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What is Fructose and Is It Bad for You

WEBFructose is the main naturally found sugar in honey and fruits (e.g. dates, raisins, figs, apples, and freshly pressed fruit juices) and in small amounts in some …

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Phosphorus: foods, functions, how much do you need & more

WEBHow much phosphorus you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of …

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Chloride: foods, functions, how much do you need & more Eufic

WEBHow much chloride you need per day changes according to your age, sex and life-stage. The dietary reference value (DRV)* for healthy adults (over the age of …

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The importance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids Eufic

WEBBoth omega-3 (ω-3) and omega-6 (ω-6) fatty acids are important components of cell membranes and are precursors to many other substances in the …

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What is monosodium glutamate and is it bad for you

WEBOne food ingredient that is commonly on the receiving end of bad press is monosodium glutamate or MSG. However, this is unfounded. MSG can be safely used …

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Lab grown meat: how it is made and what are the pros and cons

WEBLab-grown meat refers to meat developed from animal cell culture, and not via traditional raising and slaughter of living animals. 1 It is not an imitation of meat …

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Measuring burden of disease: The concept of QALYs and DALYs

WEBDisability-Adjusted Life Year (DALY) The DALY is an alternative tool which emerged in the early 90s, as a means of quantifying the burden of disease. DALYs sum …

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