Food and mood: what you eat this morning could affect how you feel this afternoon

Article Abstract:

Food appears to have an effect on our mood, our energy, even our memory. For example, carbohydrates can cause the release of insulin from the pancreas, which causes more tryptophan to enter the brain. Tryptophan is converted to serotonin, which helps regulate mood and reduces pain.

Column, Physiological aspects, Food

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Winning the "cold" war; how food can boost your immune system

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The immune system must wage a constant battle against disease, and the outcome of that battle may be partially influenced by diet. Foods that contain antioxidants may help to fortify the immune system. Such foods include broccoli, carrots, spinach, oranges and apricots.

Health aspects, Immune system

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Avoid the holiday seven

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Knowledge is vital in preventing a 7-pound weight gain during holiday season. Being selective and good planning are some of the advice given to those who want to lose weight. People are classified according to their eating habits, including the deliberate indulger.

Management, Reducing diets, Weight loss, Body weight

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