Tag Archives: Vegetables

Visceral fat is deep belly fat that can raise the risk of many chronic illnesses. Dietitians say some vegetables may be especially effective for reducing visceral fat.  These include spinach, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, artichokes and cabbage. Visceral fat is a type of fat that’s found deep within your abdomen, surrounding organs like the liver and intestines. Unlike subcutaneous fat, which …

Eating THESE fruits and vegetables can DRASTICALLY cut GI cancer risk  Times of India Risk of colon cancer slashed by eating specific types of vegetables, study finds  Fox News Broccoli can have a protective effect against colon cancer, study reveals  Medical Xpress Lower your colorectal cancer risk by 20% by eating more of this food  nypost.com The 70p food linked to 20% lower risk …

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Metabolic syndrome raises your risk of diabetes and heart disease and affects 1 in 3 U.S. adults. Broccoli, spinach, kale, cabbage, artichokes and chile peppers support blood sugar, cholesterol and metabolic health. Managing metabolic syndrome also means getting quality sleep and being mindful of carbs and portion sizes. Metabolic syndrome is a common condition associated with symptoms such as increased …

Gastroenterologist Dr. Joseph Salhab highlights the importance of diet for liver health and recommends incorporating specific vegetables. Broccoli, rich in sulforaphanes, aids detoxification, while beetroot, containing betalains, reduces oxidative stress and lowers liver enzymes. Artichokes, packed with cyanurin, act as a powerful antioxidant, promoting liver cell regeneration and improved bile production. The largest organ in the human body, the liver …

Many of us assume that if we’re not drinking in excess, we’re probably keeping our livers pretty healthy. And while alcohol can certainly wreak havoc on this organ, there’s a lot more to it, since your liver performs more than 500 vital bodily functions. Taking certain supplements, eating too much sugar or fat, and not exercising can all negatively affect …