Hypertension Archives - Food & Wellness Meenu Agarwal | Clinical Dietitian & Nutrition Coach Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:59:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/cropped-Food-N-Wellness-ICON-1-32x32.png Hypertension Archives - Food & Wellness 32 32 Salt and Water Retention: Why Your Weight Jumps Overnight and What to Do http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/salt-and-water-retention-why-your-weight-jumps-overnight-and-what-to-do/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/salt-and-water-retention-why-your-weight-jumps-overnight-and-what-to-do/#comments Wed, 18 Feb 2026 11:59:00 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=32029 If you woke up heavier than yesterday, you are not alone and you are not “failing”. Salt and Water Retention: Why Your Weight Jumps Overnight (and What to Do) is one of the most common weight-loss frustrations, and it can feel confusing because the scale changes so fast. Salt and Water Retention: Why Your Weight Jumps Overnight (and What to Do) comes down to one simple truth: most overnight jumps are water weight, not fat.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/salt-and-water-retention-why-your-weight-jumps-overnight-and-what-to-do/feed/ 1 The Hidden Link Between Insulin Resistance, Fatty Liver, and Cholesterol http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-hidden-link-between-insulin-resistance-fatty-liver-and-cholesterol/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-hidden-link-between-insulin-resistance-fatty-liver-and-cholesterol/#respond Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:54:04 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=32000 The hidden link between insulin resistance, fatty liver, and cholesterol is something many people live with for years without realising it. Blood sugar may look “slightly high,” cholesterol numbers may be borderline, and an ultrasound may quietly mention fatty liver. These problems often appear separate, but in reality, they are deeply connected.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-hidden-link-between-insulin-resistance-fatty-liver-and-cholesterol/feed/ 0 Celtic Sea Salt: The Mineral-Rich Superfood Your Kitchen Needs http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/celtic-sea-salt-the-mineral-rich-superfood-your-kitchen-needs/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/celtic-sea-salt-the-mineral-rich-superfood-your-kitchen-needs/#respond Thu, 23 Jan 2025 11:14:29 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=31239 Celtic Sea Salt, harvested using ancient techniques from the coastal regions of France, offers a nutrient-packed alternative to regular salt. With its rich magnesium content and essential minerals, it supports hydration, digestive health, and adrenal function. Learn how to incorporate this powerful superfood into your daily routine for a healthier lifestyle.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/celtic-sea-salt-the-mineral-rich-superfood-your-kitchen-needs/feed/ 0 Sugar and Heart Disease: Understanding the Connection http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/sugar-and-heart-disease-understanding-the-connection/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/sugar-and-heart-disease-understanding-the-connection/#respond Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:27:01 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=31224 In recent years, the connection between sugar consumption and heart disease has become an increasingly important topic of health research. Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, and while many risk factors contribute to its development, sugar intake has emerged as a major culprit. From sugary beverages to processed foods, sugar is prevalent in many of our diets, and it can significantly impact cardiovascular health.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/sugar-and-heart-disease-understanding-the-connection/feed/ 0 Best Strength-Building Exercises To Lower Blood Pressure http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/best-strength-building-exercises-to-lower-blood-pressure/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/best-strength-building-exercises-to-lower-blood-pressure/#respond Thu, 04 Jan 2024 12:05:40 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=30076 Diabetes is harmful to your health. And so is thyroid or fatty liver. The problem is, such diseases don’t impact your health in one way but all the ways. Another member of these disabling diseases is high blood pressure or hypertension. As per the reports of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, almost 1…

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/best-strength-building-exercises-to-lower-blood-pressure/feed/ 0 The Sizzling Benefits of Healthy Grilling in the Summer http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-sizzling-benefits-of-healthy-grilling-in-the-summer/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-sizzling-benefits-of-healthy-grilling-in-the-summer/#respond Thu, 18 May 2023 10:57:57 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=29227 Discover the sizzling benefits of healthy grilling in the summer! Grilling isn't just about indulgence; it can be a nutritious cooking method too. Learn how grilling helps reduce fat content, retain essential nutrients, intensify flavors, and promote healthier cooking techniques. Fire up the grill and embrace the goodness of flavorful and healthy meals this summer! #HealthyGrilling #SummerDelights #FlavorfulNutrition

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/the-sizzling-benefits-of-healthy-grilling-in-the-summer/feed/ 0 Diabetes: Nutritional Management http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/diabetes-nutritional-management/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/diabetes-nutritional-management/#respond Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:00:35 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=14038 Those with diabetes can benefit from the education about the disease and its treatment, dietary changes required, and exercise, with the aim of keeping both the short-term and the long-term blood glucose levels within adequate and acceptable bounds. Additionally, modifications of lifestyle are recommended to control blood pressure, including healthy eating, regular exercise, and maintaining normal weight.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/diabetes-nutritional-management/feed/ 0 DASH Diet: Hypertension Eating Plan http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/dash-diet-hypertension-eating-plan/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/dash-diet-hypertension-eating-plan/#respond Tue, 15 Jun 2021 08:26:33 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=13654 Hypertension or high blood pressure has been on the rise in the US for the past 50 years. DASH stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension. First introduced in 1997, it is a diet promoted by the National Institute of Health’s National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) for reducing blood pressure.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/dash-diet-hypertension-eating-plan/feed/ 0 “Seeds”: The Powerhouse of Nutrients http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/seeds-powerhouse-of-nutrients/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/seeds-powerhouse-of-nutrients/#comments Sat, 13 Mar 2021 05:31:31 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/?p=13121 Seeds are small mighty kernels which are known to be super-nutritious. They are also known as a powerhouse of nutrients and can be consumed daily for a myriad list of health benefits. Seeds contain an ample amount of fibre, healthy monounsaturated fats, polyunsaturated fats, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants present in them, seeds are known to be extremely versatile and can be incorporated any way in any recipes.

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]]> http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/seeds-powerhouse-of-nutrients/feed/ 4 Limit the consumption of these 4 unhealthy snacks! http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/4-popular-unhealthy-snacks-one-should-really-limit/ http://ec2-65-2-104-238.ap-south-1.compute.amazonaws.com/4-popular-unhealthy-snacks-one-should-really-limit/#respond Wed, 18 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://foodnwellness.com/newsite/2017/10/18/4-popular-unhealthy-snacks-one-should-really-limit/ Junk food is defined as “any food, which is low in essential nutrients and high in everything else - calories and sodium". Junk foods contain little or no proteins, vitamins or minerals but are rich in salt, sugar, fats and are high in energy (calories). Junk food is popular because it is tasty; but it is unhealthy. It is low in fiber, high in fat, and sugar in liquid form. Studies have shown that despite being unhealthy, junk food induces gorging that leads to obesity. 

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