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Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) have become increasingly popular food choices over the past decades, especially among the young and middle-aged adults because of their appealing taste, easy availability, and convenience. Interestingly, not only do they contain processed sugars, proteins, fats, but also are made using low-cost raw materials, artificial additives, and unhealthy cooking methods to prolong […]

Consumption of coffee has been documented to prevent the development of colorectal cancer (CRC) or improve prognosis after the diagnosis of CRC. Coffee is known to have chemopreventive properties. The possible mechanisms by which coffee consumption can influence colorectal carcinogenesis are attributed to the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiproliferative, pro-apoptotic, and insulin-sensitizing properties of the heterogeneous components

Foods and drinks consisting of added sugars in large amounts is a major lifestyle concern! Added sugars are associated with a greater risk of cardiometabolic conditions (e.g., obesity, diabetes, heart disease) and liver disease. Fructose in the form of added sugar may have adverse effects on lipid metabolism in the liver and impair the production

Healthy dietary changes represent an effective means of preventing and reducing the burden of metabolic diseases as diet is a well-known contributor to central adiposity and metabolic dysregulation. Lentils, a type of pulse, have a unique nutritional profile. They are rich in fiber and protein; besides, they also contain polyphenols (a dietary bioactive compound). Consuming

Sedentary lifestyle has become increasingly prevalent in modern times, with prolonged sitting at workplace being considered a key part of normal life. At many workplaces, individuals are noted to sit for prolonged periods, despite being aware of the adverse health effects associated with sedentary behavior. The World Health Organization has issued physical activity guidelines in

Bone strength is an essential component of lifelong health. Peak bone mass achieved in early adulthood as a result of accumulation of bone mass during skeletal growth and development is indicative of long-term bone health. Suboptimal accrual of bone mass at young age can pave the way for development of osteoporosis in older age. Besides

Tomatoes, one of the commonly consumed and easily available vegetables, contain large amount of lycopene. Lycopene lowers the blood pressure (BP) by blocking angiotensin converting enzyme and its gene expression, thereby blocking angiotensin II synthesis (a vasoconstrictor that increases BP). It also indirectly increases nitric oxide generation in the endothelium. The clinical evidence on impact

Dementia, a group of symptoms affecting memory, thinking, and social abilities, is highly prevalent in older adults (late-onset dementia, LOD). However, dementia can also have an early onset with symptoms occurring before the age of 65 years (young-onset dementia, YOD). It may be possible to prevent the early onset of symptoms by understanding the role

Yoga nidra, an easy-to-do yogic technique involving withdrawal of senses, reduces stress and improves sleep in patients with insomnia. Subjective improvement in sleep, cognitive scores, and self-observation notes has been found with yoga nidra practice, but the effect of yoga nidra on objective parameters in beginners has not been adequately studied. A study by Datta

Poor dietary behaviors and patterns, a major risk factor of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), are associated with 7.94 million CVD-related deaths annually. The fast-paced modern lifestyle is linked with untimely food habits, like skipping breakfast and eating late at night. The daily eating/fasting cycle, integral to circadian rhythms, significantly influences cardiometabolic functions and impacts blood pressure