Tag: Seafood

A pescatarian is essentially a vegetarian who eats seafood, whether for ethical reasons or for an easier transition to a vegan diet. The pescatarian diet also helps with weight control and lowers risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and colorectal cancer. Make your diet pescatarian by adding lean white or oily fish to a nutritious Mediterranean diet of fresh veggies, fruits, whole grains, nuts, seeds, and healthy oils.

Living a healthy and long life is the desire of every human being on the planet. Health and longevity are influenced by many factors such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, our outlook towards life, and a healthy lifestyle. These factors are also crucial to keep diseases at bay and promote health. By following the simple practices mentioned here, you can become healthier and live longer.

Many people eat less to lose weight. Unfortunately, this can backfire and increase hunger, so focus on eating nutrients that enhance satiety. Avocado is rich in filling fats, while salmon and eggs are lean sources of protein. Beans and hummus have both fiber and protein, making them a must for losing weight. Fiber-rich oats double as a satisfying breakfast. To hold you over until the next meal, eat grapes, which are high in water and vitamins.

To manage an autoimmune disease, eat a diet that combats inflammation. Avocado contains anti-inflammatory fatty acids plus antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E. For a dose of lean protein, eat fatty fish that contain inflammation-fighting fats. An egg has a similar effect but ensure you eat the yolk as well. Even the antioxidants in green tea will handle flare-ups. Snack on nuts for anti-inflammatory nutrients like magnesium, fiber, and unsaturated fatty acids.

Thyroid dysfunction is gaining in numbers as the next big epidemic. It can be managed to an extent through food. Brazil nuts contain selenium which is needed to convert T3 into usable T4 from the thyroid. The benefits of cruciferous vegetables outweigh the harm they cause. Seaweed and dairy are excellent sources of iodine needed to produce thyroxine. Maca root is can help regulate hormone function very effectively.

After eating a vegetarian or vegan diet, consuming meat again takes time. Start small and introduce it slowly. To avoid handling raw meat, buy it pre-cooked or dine out. You can even sneak it into meals like soups and casseroles. When you do buy meat, make sure it’s of high quality and talk to local farmers so you can learn where it comes from. Seafood is an ideal "starter" meat because it's easy to digest.

Salmon is good for you, but is this true for all types of salmon? Perhaps, not. Wild salmon contains a significantly lower concentration of pollutants and toxins, unlike farm-raised salmon that increases the risk of toxic poisoning. When it comes to nutrition, wild salmon might be a better choice as it contains omega-3 fatty acids but not satured fat (as opposed to farmed salmon, which is high in polyunsaturated and saturated fat). To have a balanced meal, eat no more than 2–3 servings of fish every week.

Calcium is an essential nutrient that is extremely important for healthy bone development and for overall health. All dairy products are a rich source of this essential nutrient. But, some people may not like the taste of milk or milk products or may be lactose intolerant because of which they do not consume these products depriving them of the required calcium. They can instead consume other foods that provide calcium.

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Zinc, protein, calcium, B Vitamins. There is very little nutrition that oysters don’t provide. They offer a healthier heart, sturdier bones, better immunity, and better sex among many others. Iron in oysters help prevent anemia in women who experiences heavy menstrual periods. They are not without side effects though.

If you are a big fan of noodles and pasta but is dealing with gluten intolerance, many healthier alternatives are available for you. These include the very popular zucchini noodles, beet and carrot noodles, sweet potatoes and squash varieties too. In addition to the fact that these are grain-free, they are power-packed with essential nutrients that make them both delicious and good for you.

If fish is a staple in your diet, you must familiarize yourself with the toxins that might contaminate it. Ciguatera and mercury accumulates in large fish. Instead, eat smaller fish. Scombrotoxin is caused by exposure to high temperatures. So, store fish in the refrigerator. Shellfish toxins are caused by toxic algae, so avoid them during algal blooms. Lastly, cylindrospermopsin is caused by blue-green algae. So, steam your fish for two minutes to avoid contamination.

Persistent acne is frustrating. Diets rich in foods that cause spikes in blood sugar might be to blame for this skin condition. Switch to foods that fight acne, instead. Seafood and flaxseed are rich in omega 3 fatty acids, which decreases inflammation. Oysters are rich in zinc, which inhibits sebum production. Whole grains regulate blood sugar levels. Vitamin A in eggs, reduces the blockage of sweat glands. Lastly, probiotics in yogurt also control acne breakouts.

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Although most of the foods we consume and health products we use are found on land, many healthy foods and products are sourced from our oceans. Foods obtained from the ocean, such as krill oil, wild-caught fish, seaweed, and sea salt offer a myriad of health benefits and protect us from many deadly diseases. Some oceanic products like pearls and magnesium salt have healing properties.