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How to beat hunger during intermittent fasting

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Practicing time-restricted eating (TRE) or intermittent fasting for the first time can really be challenging. One of its challenges is having food cravings during fasting hours, which, at times, could make you feel weak, hungry, and dizzy.  In this guide we discuss some proven ways to help curb hunger and food cravings during intermittent fasting 1. Always stay hydrated Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Sometimes hunger is just dehydration in disguise, so staying hydrated can help trick your stomach ghrelin (ghrelin is a hormone that regulates hunger and fullness) to reduce cravings.  To enhance taste: You can also add one to two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in water and drink the mixture. Add a slice of lemon or cucumber (no sugar). 2. Drink herbal tea, black coffee or cocoa Sipping on herbal tea, apple cider vinegar, or black coffee (without sugar or cream) can help suppress appetite and provide a temporary energy boost. These are natural appetite suppressants...

4 Healthy Natural Sweeteners for Diabetics and Hypertensives

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The demand for lifestyle changes which involves excluding sugar and carbs from one's diet has become popular recently for treating diabetes and high blood pressure due to scientific studies.  Since processed sugar and many other artificial sweeteners are a major risk factor of hypertension and diabetes, there is a need for natural sweeteners that can help prevent or manage rise in blood pressure or blood sugar. Therefore this article will focus on: 4 healthiest natural sweeteners for diabetics and hypertensives Natural sweeteners to use with caution Note : Some of the links shared in this post are affiliate links. Commissions could be earned once the links are clicked or sites visited . 4 healthiest natural sweeteners for diabetics and hypertensives  Based on years and lots of studies, drug-free methods to manage diabetes have become popular, and natural sweeteners that have no effect on blood sugar have been explored. here are natural sweeteners that scientifically do not r...

Hypertension: what drinks reduce high blood pressure?

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6 Drinks That Help Reduce Systolic and Diastolic Blood Pressure Have you ever before heard the saying, “treatment starts with food”? This is also true with high blood pressure (hypertension). Besides physical workout, breathing exercises that can Improve nitric oxide , and the adoption of certain lifestyles, certain drinks have been scientifically certified to lower blood pressure.  In this article you'll learn about: What blood pressure is What the best drinks for high blood pressure are Beetroot Juice Hibiscus Tea (Zobo) Pomegranate Juice Green Tea Celery Juice Kefir Morning drinks for high blood pressure   What DASH diet is This article contains some affiliated links. A commission is earned if any purchase is made through such links .   What blood pressure is In a simplified explanation, High blood pressure , also called hypertension, means that the force of your blood pushing against your artery walls is too high. Your heart pumps blood through your arteries to c...

Nitric Oxide Dump and other Nitric Oxide Exercises

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Eating nitrate-filled foods, engaging in intermittent fasting, getting light therapy, and taking supplements are all natural ways to boost nitric oxide , the miracle molecule. Much more than the aforementioned ways, engaging in some particular exercises can help you boost nitric oxide naturally. To better understand nitric oxide and the exercises that can help us boost this miracle gas naturally, this article we will answer the following questions: What does nitric oxide do for the body    Which exercise increases nitric oxide Nitric Oxide Dump Breathing Exercises What are the benefits of nitric oxide workout? What does nitric oxide do for the body? Nitric oxide is a gas naturally produced by the body. It acts as a signaling molecule, meaning it helps the cells communicate and perform certain functions, especially in the heart, blood vessels, muscles, and brain. Im summary, here are the 7 main benefits of nitric oxide (NO): 1. NO Improves Blood Flow NO helps blood vessels rela...

Melatonin: How Your Phone, Tv, other Technologies can Help you Sleep Well

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For years, smartphones, tablets, and other electronic devices have been blamed for disrupting sleep . The blue light emitted from their screens suppresses melatonin production, making it harder for users to fall asleep. However, as our understanding of sleep science has advanced, so has technology.  Today, many gadgets are designed not only to minimize sleep disruption but to actively enhance melatonin production and improve sleep quality. From blue light filters on phones to smart lighting systems and wearable sleep trackers, modern technology is shifting from a sleep disruptor to a sleep enhancer. This article explores how these innovations are helping people achieve better rest in a digital age. Here are things you'll know from this article: What is Melatonin   What is Blue Light   How Smartphones can Help Melatonin Production Blue Light Blocking Devices Other Gadgets/Techs that can Improve Melatonin Production What Color of Light Best Stimulates Melatonin Production W...

8 Ways to Stay Asleep Longer at Night

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How to Stay Asleep Longer at Night Not suffering from insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, parasomnias or any known sleep disorders but yet find it difficult to stay asleep for a very long time at night? Or are you tired of waking up groggy and feeling exhausted all day? You’re not alone. But what if there was a simple formula to help you sleep longer, better, and wake up refreshed? This short article would teach you 8 proven ways to help you sleep longer and better at night. Here are the things covered by this article: How Long Should You Sleep? What are the Factors Affecting Sleep? So How Do We Stay Asleep Longer? How Long Should You Sleep? The ideal amount of sleep depends on age and individual needs. Here are the general recommendations from the National Sleep Foundation :   Recommended Sleep Duration by Age  Newborns (0-3 months) : 14-17 hours   Infants (4-11 months) : 12-15 hours   Toddlers (1-2 years) : 11-14 hours   Preschoolers (3-5 y...