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Portion control
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Shampa Banerjee

Why Portion Control is More Important Than Counting Calories

When it comes to weight management and healthy eating, two common strategies often come up: counting calories and controlling portion sizes. While calorie counting has long been a popular method, research increasingly shows that portion control is more practical, sustainable, and beneficial for long-term health. Understanding the science behind portion sizes and how our bodies respond to food can help people make healthier choices without the stress of tracking every single calorie

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Article
Mubarra

The Ultimate Guide to Mouth Ulcers and Canker Sores

Mouth ulcers are a common yet painful problem affecting 20% of people. This comprehensive guide from FoodnWellness dietitians explores the root causes—like vitamin deficiencies, stress, and food sensitivities—and offers evidence-based remedies for immediate relief and long-term prevention. Learn how to stop the pain and break the cycle of recurrent canker sores.

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Breakfast Recipes
Lissa Thomas

Rice Appam

Rice Appam is a light, lacy-edged South Indian pancake made from fermented rice and coconut batter. Soft at the center and crisp at the edges, it’s naturally gluten-free and easy to digest. Fermentation enhances both flavor and nutrition, making it a wholesome choice for breakfast or dinner when paired with stew, kala chana curry, or sambar.

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Why Waist Circumference Is a Critical Health Marker | Know Your Risk

Waist circumference isn’t just about how your clothes fit — it’s one of the most telling indicators of your metabolic health. Excess fat around the abdomen, especially visceral fat surrounding internal organs, is strongly linked to higher risks of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Unlike overall body weight, waist size reflects where fat is stored, which plays a bigger role in disease risk. Measuring your waist at the level of your belly button can reveal if you’re in the healthy range or need to take action.

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Article
Sanjana

Thalassemia

Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder that affects the body’s ability to produce healthy Hemoglobin, often leading to severe anaemia. This blog explains its types, symptoms, treatment options, and how lifestyle changes can improve long-term outcomes.

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Diseases
Shampa Banerjee

Factors Affecting Uric Acid: Beyond Protein Intake

Uric acid is a waste product that forms when the body breaks down purines, which are compounds found in certain foods and beverages. While many associate high uric acid levels with protein-rich foods, several other factors, both lifestyle-related and physiological, can influence uric acid levels. Understanding these non-protein factors is crucial for managing uric acid levels, particularly for individuals at risk of gout and other related conditions. In this article, we will explore various non-protein factors affecting uric acid, elaborating on how they contribute to its rise or fall in the bloodstream.

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Diseases
Sanjana

Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that usually appear blue or dark purple and are most commonly found in the legs and feet. They occur when the valves in the veins don’t function properly, causing blood to pool instead of flowing back to the heart.

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