What is the Mediterranean diet?

The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating that is similar to the cuisine of countries along the Mediterranean Sea. There is no single definition of the diet, but you will eat mostly plant based foods. A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has shown the Mediterranean diet to reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death related to heart problems by 30%. The diet can be used as a long term diet pattern to promote health, control blood sugar and prevent chronic disease.

You will eat mostly plant-based foods like fruits and vegetables, potatoes, whole-grains, beans, nuts, seeds and extra virgin olive oil. Meals are planned around these foods. The diet also includes moderate amounts of lean poultry, fish, seafood, dairy and eggs. You should avoid fried foods, sweets, red meats and white flour products.

The following information will clarify details about the Mediterranean diet, such as which foods to pick and how much of each food to eat. You will also find how to include these foods into your diet.

Limit to lean cuts, such as

tenderloin, sirloin and flank steak

1 to 2 glasses per day(1 glass = 3.5 ounces.)

Limit to one serving per day for women and two servings per day for men.

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Growing up, Marc Ramirez thought that diabetes was inevitable. As a young adult, his mother and six of his siblings battled type 2 diabetes and suffered through side effects, including kidney and pancreas transplants, amputations, and dialysis. Eventually, Marc was diagnosed, too. He tried to improve his health by lowering his carb intake and exercising, but he soon found himself on daily insulin injections and four other medications. Frustrated and feeling hopeless, he asked his doctor if he would ever live a life without daily medications. When his doctor said, no, Marc decided to take his health into his own hands.

After hearing about the health benefits of a plant-based diet, he and his wife decided to give it a try. His new diet followed just a few simple rules: He would avoid animal products and keep it low in fat. Otherwise, he could eat as much as he wanted, without counting carbs or calories. Marcs daily menu included foods like oatmeal with fruit, pasta primavera piled high with vegetables, and spicy black bean burritos. Under his doctors supervision, in less than two months, Marc was not only able to drop his daily insulin injections, but every last one of his medications. His glucose levels are now completely normal.

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Is it better to eat before or after exercising? Should certain people stay away from weightlifting? Does 2% milk really only contain 2% fat? Which is better, strength or endurance? These questions and more surround daily diet and exercise. Some are easy to answer, but others are trickier.

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While some people think there is a magic number associated with fat burning, the truth is that youre always burning fat no matter the intensity or duration. As you increase these two variables, the fat burning will rise; however, our bodies will always be burning fat regardless.

You can still optimize fuel utilization though. In fact, with the proper exercise regimen, you can train your body to focus on fat burning!

The more you exercise a muscle, the stronger it will become, and the heart is no different. When you perform an exercise involving thousands of repetitions, the hearts is put under enormous stress (also referred to as overload). This results in a strong, well-fit heart. This actually makes your heart larger and increases overall ventricle size. This also results in a lower resting heart rate because your heart pumps so efficiently with a high stroke volume. For good cardiovascular health, aerobic exercise truly is a fantastic endeavor.

No cholesterol doesnt always mean no cholesterol, 2% milk is not made up of only 2% fat, and simply because it says it contains 0 grams trans fat, doesnt mean it really does. Through clever math with the serving size, companies are allowed to omit ingredients on the nutritional table. Likewise, the framing of products are presented in such a way that they incite consumers to make wrongful inferences.

2% milk, for example, refers to 2% fat percentage based on food weight. Heres the math: 120 kcal/cup, 5 g fat (which has 9 kcal/g/fat) = 45 kcal/fat. 120 kcal divided by 45 kcal/fat = 37 percent!

Based on the chemical reactions of ingesting food, when you eat prior to exercise, you adversely affect your bodys fat burning during exercise. While you continue to burn energy, it will primarily be carbohydrates. Essentially, when ingesting carbs, your body releases insulin, which inhibits hormone sensitive lipase, and in turning promoting fat storage rather than fat use. Unfortunately, this is true even 1-2 hours prior to exercise.

Caution: If you are not used to exercising on an empty stomach, you may experience medical problems and even feint. That said, make a gradual transition and be safe!

By far, we are consuming too much meat and animal products in our diet. Today, average Americans get 30-35 percent of their daily calories from fat. While fat is a powerful energy source, abundance of it is correlated with cardiovascular disease, type two diabetes, and hypertension. According to the USDA, in 2000, Americans consumed an average 57 pounds more meat than they did annually in the 1950s, and a third fewer eggs. While this abundance of food is great, we need to be sure our diets are well-rounded.

Try skipping meat 1-2 nights of the week. This will help keep your fat intake down as well as keep demand down for an unsustainable practice.

Under the right supervision, weight lifting can be beneficial for everyone. Of course, peoples goals may be different, but physiologically speaking, the muscles are the same. Like aerobic exercise, the fibers in the body will strengthen. This will help keep you healthy and feeling great. Getting a weight set can be beneficial for the whole family!

Stretching can reduce tension, increase flexibility, better your circulation, and help aid your muscle coordination. However, stretching also has a poor statistical background in risk-prevention. According to military research, those who stretched before training were 2.2- and 2.5-times more likely to incur an injury than trainees with average flexibility.

If you dont find yourself doing intense physical exercise, however, it is still useful for the occasional shock to muscles and tendons. Some say it may make more sense to limber up with rapid, full body movements rather than stretch in position for an extended period. Just remember not to go overboard. You dont want to end up stiffer than before because of a pull!

One important thing to keep in mind when exercising is that everyone has different goals, and, more importantly, have different bodies. Genetically, our muscle types and fiber proportions are already determined. Furthermore, depending on if you exercise for minimal fitness or because its your 9-5, youll want to further individualize your routine.

Ideally, a well-rounded diet with healthy levels of fruits, veggies, meats, and cheeses will cover all your bases when it comes to nutrition. Thats not to say vitamins arent useful though. Many people have deficiencies in things like Iron and Omega-3. If you arent able to cover the problem through natural nutrition, vitamins can be a great help.

Depending on your goals, you may want a specific result. Because of this, you should always identify the area of the body you want to work on. While strength training (low rep, heavy weight) is great for building power, aerobic exercise (high rep, low weight) tends to detract from the strength gain eventually. For someone just beginning, however, a combination may be attractive because your body will benefits in both areas greatly.

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Provided by Daily Mail Diet plan? This Morning's health experts have suggested Adele's alleged '1000-calorie-a-day' diet isn't sustainable in the long term (pictured left last weekend)This Morning's health experts have suggested Adele's alleged '1000-calorie-a-day' diet isn't sustainable in the long term.

The 31-year-old singer is rumored to have shed a whopping 98 pounds in recent months due to a calorie-controlled diet, according to recent claims made by her one-time PT Camila Goodis.

Speaking on Wednesday's installment of This Morning, food writer Dale Pinnock - aka the Medicinal Chef - warned the diet could have adverse side effects such as brain fog and irritability.

The conversation came during a chat about Adele's transformation, with the singer looking stunning in her latest snap taken over the weekend.

Dale explained: 'If you've got a short-term goal that kind of approach could be very, very suitable - if you want to lose weight for a wedding or holiday.

'But it isn't sustainable. There will be a cut off because after a while your body will start to down regulate the things it will do.'

He reminded people at home that the recommended daily intake for a woman is between 1,800 and 2,000 calories.

'[The body's] top priority is survival, after a couple of weeks you won't be as active, you'll find that you get brain fog and become irritable, it kicks in quite quickly.

'Slow and steady wins the race, definitely - find something that you can stick to.'

Provided by Daily Mail 'Slow and steady wins the race': This Morning's resident doctor Zoe Williams and food writer Dale Pinnock - aka the Medicinal Chef -reminded people at home that the recommended daily intake for a woman is between 1,800 and 2,000 calories Provided by Daily Mail Weight loss: The 31-year-old singer (pictured) is rumoured to have shed a whopping seven stone in recent months due to a calorie-controlled diet, according to recent claims made by her one-time PT Camila Goodis

This Morning's resident doctor Zoe Williams was in agreement, advising viewers to make small changes they will be able to stick to.

She said: '1000 calories a day isn't sustainable and you set yourself up to fail. Make small changes you can stick to for the rest of your life.'

'Brazilian body wizard' Camila appeared on Lorraine earlier this year, where she gave a unique insight into the grueling regime that has helped Adele.

But in recent weeks, several fitness industry experts have spoken out about the rumored diet.

Instagram star Alice Liveing, 26, hit out at Camila on social media for promoting a green juice diet and 'riding on the coat tails of a celebrity client.'

In an impassioned post, personal trainer and nutritionist Alice, who goes by the name Clean Eating Alice, said: 'For the record, no credible trainer would agree to their client eating only 1,000k cals a day.

'No credible trainer would suggest green juices to be the elixir of good health. No credible trainer would/should share this confidential info for their own gain.

'I have trained celebrities in my time and when asked in interview about said clients, I have always remained silent because of client confidentiality, their privacy and the fact that that is their information to share, not mine.

'These 'so called' celebrity trainers need to realize that putting someone on a 1000 calorie a day diet and an intense workout regime doesn't make them a good trainer.

Brazilian body wizard: Camila Goodis (pictured) appeared on Lorraine earlier this year where she gave a unique insight into the gruelling regime that has helped the musician

'It makes them the instigator of seriously disordered eating habits and the health repercussions that accompany it.'

Alice continued she has trained celebrities herself but wouldn't boast about it on TV, so as to not betray her client's privacy.

'I'm not going to get on to Lorraine riding on the coat tails of a celebrity client,' she said.

'If I ever do get on TV it will be because I am a credible trainer in my own right and I don't need to compromise their privacy to further my career.'

Alice has become a health and fitness Instagram sensation.

Thanks to the no-nonsense healthy recipes and simple workout regimes, she has garnered more than 600,000 followers and recently launched her own gymwear range with Primark.

Her debut book The Body Bible was so successful it outsold well-known bakers like Mary Berry, Deliciously Ella and Jamie Oliver.

Alice was once a binge eater and yo-yo dieter but shed four dress sizes after finding a love for fitness.

The Instagram star has been vocal about her own journey, admitting she was once addicted to working out but now encourages her followers to have a healthy relationship towards exercise and eating.

Celeb clientele: Camila describes herself as 'a Brazilian body wizard', was introduced to Adele through Robbie Williams' wife Ayda

On Lorraine, Los Angeles-based personal trainer Camila revealed the changes to Adele's body are largely down to significant decrease in her calorie intake, cutting the recommended daily allowance for females of 2,000 calories by half.

'She's working out but I think 90 per cent of it is diet,' Goodis said.

'It's a good diet to shed the weight. The first week is intense, green juices and only 1,000 calories. She doesn't look too thin - she looks amazing.'

The instructor, who describes herself as 'a Brazilian body wizard', was introduced to Adele through Robbie Williams' wife Ayda and even gave them a joint workout in the former Take That star's Los Angeles mansion.

Her online biography says she uses 'a variety of Pilates and core strength training exercises'.

Provided by Daily Mail Revelation:'She's working out but I think 90 per cent of it is diet,' 'Brazilian body wizard' Goodis told show host Lorraine KellyShe recalled: 'When she came for a work out I didn't know it was her and when she left I thought 'Oh it looks a little bit like Adele'.

'She looks amazing - she's changed her lifestyle and diet.'

Speaking to The Sunin January, the fitness coach claimed the singer's weight loss is mostly down to dieting because she doesn't like exercise.

'I trained Ayda [Field] for a long time and it happens that they are good friends so I did Adele when she was there in Robbie's house,' she said.

'I don't believe she liked exercise much but she has changed her lifestyle and I believe that 90 per cent was dieting.

Provided by Daily Mail Stunned: Adele left fans shocked over the festive season when she unveiled her amazing weight loss at a Christmas Party (pictured)The singer has wowed fans with her weight loss, which she first unveiled over Christmas and also showed off during a holiday toAnguilla with Harry Stylesearlier this month.

It is believed the Rolling In The Deep hitmaker transformed her physique after a dietary overhaul but was inspired to do so for her son, Angelo, seven.

A source toldPeopleearlier this week: 'She got to the point where she didn't feel great. She knew she had to change something, because she wants to be the healthiest mum possible.

'Her whole focus during the weight loss journey has really been all about how she can be healthier and how can she treat her body better.It was never about losing weight.'

Provided by Daily Mail Feeling better: It is understood the Rolling In The Deep hitmaker transformed her physique after a dietary overhaul but was inspired to do so for her son, Angelo, seven (pictured in 2017)The comments come after college student Lexi Larson, 19, spoke to People and claimed that Adele told her she's lost 'something like 100 pounds'.

Lexi crossed paths with the singer at theBlanchards Restaurant and Beach Shack in Anguilla.

She said: 'She said she lost something like 100 pounds, and that it's such a crazy positive experience. She seemed so happy, and she looked amazing.'

The teenager said that the singer's weight loss was evident as she met her in the eatery.

Lexi added Adele did not want to take a picture with her as Angelo was present at the time, but did bring over Harry to chat to her group of pals in the restaurant.

She revealed that she and a group of pals spoke with the British stars for around 15 minutes and discussed college life and their future plans.

The Sirtfood Diet is based on sirtuins (SIRTs), a group of seven proteins

It focuses on plant foods which help to suppress appetite and activate the body's 'skinny gene'

Followers of the diet go through two diet cycles that last for three weeks

Recommended Sirtfoods include:Kale, red wine, strawberries, onions, soy and dark chocolate (85% cocoa)

The diet has been criticized for failing to provide any long-term benefits

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Back in October, Adele joked that she 'used to cry but now I sweat' in an Instagram post, as details of her overhauled fitness regime emerged.

It's understood that her huge transformation has been a result of reformer pilates, using weights in the gym, cutting down on sugar and also following The Sirtfood Diet.

The regimefocuses on plant foods, such as kale and buckwheat - which help to suppress appetite and activate the body's 'skinny gene'.

The diet's creators claim that following the Sirtfood Diet will lead to rapid weight loss, all while maintaining muscle mass and protecting you from chronic disease.

Provided by Daily Mail All over: Sources previously claimed her new workout regime has given the vocal talent a 'new lease of life' following her split from ex-husband Simon Konecki (pictured in 2013) Provided by Daily Mail Diet: Adele admitted that she'd cut out alcohol, cigarettes, and caffeine, as well as 'spicy, citrusy, and tangy' foodsFollowers of the diet go through two diet cycles that last for three weeks - following specific recipes and plans - and they are then encouraged to continue adding as many sirtfoods as possible into their food.

However, Healthline report that although the low-calorie diet may kick-start weight loss, it is too short to have a long-term impact on health.

Speaking in June, sources claimed Adele's her new workout regime had given the vocal talent a 'new lease of life' following her split from ex-husband Simon Konecki - with whom she shares son Angelo.

Adele confirmed her split from Simon in April 2019 and filed for divorce in September

The vocal powerhouse and Simon first began dating in 2011 and welcomed their son the following year, before tying the knot four years later.

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Popular diets low in carbs and high in fat and protein might be good for the waistline, but a new UNLV study shows that just the opposite may help to alleviate the hospital-acquired infection Clostridioides difficile.

In a study published in mSystems, an open access journal of the American Society for Microbiology, UNLV scientists found that an interaction between antibiotic use and a high-fat/high-protein diet exacerbate C. diff infections in mice. Conversely, they found that a high-carbohydrate diet which was correspondingly low in fat and protein nearly eliminated symptoms.

C. diff, an intestinal infection designated as an urgent threat by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is often acquired when antibiotics have wiped out the good bacteria in the gut. Hundreds of thousands of people are diagnosed with C. diff infections each year and more than 10,000 die.

Every day, we are learning more about the human microbiome and its importance in human health, said Brian Hedlund, a UNLV microbiologist and study co-author. The gut microbiome is strongly affected by diet, but the C. diff research community hasnt come to a consensus yet on the effects of diet on its risk or severity. Our study helps address this by testing several diets with very different macronutrient content. That is, the balance of dietary carbohydrate, protein, and fat were very different.

Though studies suggest dietary protein exacerbates C. diff, theres little or no existing research exploring the interaction of a high-fat/high-protein diet with the infection. Hedlund and study co-author Ernesto Abel-Santos, a UNLV biochemist, caution that the study was conducted using an animal model, and more work is underway to begin to establish a link between these diets and infections in people.

Extreme diets are becoming very popular but we do not know the long-term effects on human health and specifically on the health of the human gut flora, Abel-Santos said. We have to look at humans to see if it correlates.

Recent studies suggest that because antibiotics kill bacterial species indiscriminately, the medications decimate populations of organisms that compete for amino acids, leaving C. diff free to propagate.

But Hedlund said the story is even more complex. "It's clear that it's not just a numbers game," he said. The new work suggests that diet may promote microbial groups that can be protective, even after antibiotics. For an infection to flourish, he said, "you might need this combination of wiping out C. diff competitors with antibiotics and then a diet that promotes overgrowth and disease."

The new study raised other questions as well. For example: The high-carb diet, which was protective against C. diff infection, gave rise to the least diverse community of microbes.

"Lots of papers say that a lower microbial diversity is always a bad thing, but in this case, it had the best disease outcome," said Abel-Santos. However, he cautions that a high-carb diet could lead to animals becoming asymptomatic carriers that can disseminate the infection to susceptible subjects.

The Abel-Santos lab has been working with C. diff for 12 years with the goal of developing compounds that could prevent infections from this bacterium. The Hedlund lab has been working with C. diff for five years, focusing on the role of diet in infection. This collaboration was supported by a grant from the National Institutes of Health.

A High-Fat/High-Protein, Atkins-Type Diet Exacerbates Clostridioides (Clostridium) Difficile Infection in Mice, Whereas a High-Carbohydrate Diet Protects appeared Feb. 11 in mSystems, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology

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Presley Ann/Stringer/Getty Images Instead of focusing on one extreme measure, Melissa Alcantara is incorporating several bite-sized fitness and nutrition tweaks.

Weight fluctuation happens to everyone, even Melissa Alcantara, trainer to Kim Kardashian West and overall inspiring person. In a recent Instagram post, Alcantara revealed that she gained 10 pounds over the last month, and she shared how she plans to approach diet and fitness in the upcoming weeks. (Related: Melissa Alcantara Shares Her 5 Commandments for Making a Fitness Transformation)

For one thing, Alcantara's weight-loss plan doesn't include panicking or trying a crash diet. Instead, one thing she's focusing on is "not lifting too much" because her "old a*s knees hurt," she wrote in her post (#relatable).

Going all-out without regarding the body's needs is actually a common mistake people make when setting fitness goals, and it can backfire in the end. "Simply put: When you fight against your body, it's going to fight back," Jen Widerstrom, all-star trainer and Shape contributing fitness director, previously told us. "Cravings, fatigue, and a scale that won't budge are all signs of your body rebelling," she added. (Here are some other warnings that you're pushing yourself too hard in the gymplus how to find balance in your workout routine.)

Next, Alcantara plans on "not eating bullsh*t (specifically not going into the granola bag 75 times a day acting like it's the last time)," she wrote (#alsorelatable).

ICYDK, Alcantara has told us in the past that she's not one to obsess over calorie count, nor does she believe in drastically cutting carbs for weight loss. In general, Alcantara has said she tries to stick with less processed foods. If you're curious what that's looked like lately, yesterday the trainer shared a video on her Instagram Story of a shake she made with frozen bananas, honey roasted peanut butter, blueberries, spinach, nutmeg, cinnamon, unsweetened almond milk, and oats. (If that sounds delish, these 13 healthy smoothies taste like milkshakes but are actually good for you.)

Another part of Alcantara's weight-loss plan involves simply "drinking water," she wrote in her post. It's a straightforward strategy, but potentially a smart one since how much water you drink can play a role in your weight: One study found that people who drank water before meals consumed fewer calories at each meal. Beyond that, staying hydrated helps balance the body's electrolyte levels, which is especially important if you're ramping up your workouts in pursuit of a weight-loss goal. (Here's how sports drinks can help you maintain healthy electrolyte levels, too.)

Finally, Alcantara said she'll be adding more cardio to her routine, but not an "overwhelming" amount"more like 4 [cardio workouts] a week instead of once every 2 weeks," she wrote, adding that she'll also be following her Built At Home program on the Fitplan app.

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Alcantara's approach to cardio touches on one of the most common myths surrounding weight loss: that sticking to only cardio is the best way to lose weight. But in reality, adopting an all-cardio routine can mean burning fewer calories overall than following a routine that incorporates strength training, since building muscle means burning more calories on a day-to-day basis. With that in mind, Alcantara's approach of increasing cardio without adopting a "more is more" mentality makes total sense.

Feeling inspired by Alcantara? Here's our 40-day plan to help you crush any goal.

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High blood pressure has been referred to as the silent killer because of its tendency to suddenly appear without warning. If left untreated, it increases your risk of developing more serious conditions.

While high blood pressure may be devoid of visible warning signs, constantly high pressure may cause you to suffer a stroke or heart attack. To keep these threats at bay, you must observe a healthy lifestyle.

Dietary Changes

Your diet plays a very important part when trying to control and manage blood pressure. Instead of focusing on particular foods that are said to be heart-friendly, it would be better to observe a total healthy dietary practice as this accords you the best protection.

Cutting back on certain food groups, like carb-heavy foods, for instance, has been proven to lower blood pressure. Observing a low-carb diet can have a positive impact on high blood pressure. how to lower blood pressure diet Photo: 1643606 - Pixabay

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In one such study, the results of which were published in the journal JAMA; it compared the benefits of consuming a low-carb diet to a low-fat diet.Those who were on a low-fat diet also took a diet drug oftentimes used in weight loss programs.

While both of these diets resulted in weight loss, the low-carb diet was proven to be more efficient in reducing blood pressure. At the end of the study, participants enjoyed lower blood pressure by approximately 4.5mmHg diastolic and 5.9mmHg systolic.

In contrast, the low-fat diet, which included the diet drug, was able to lower blood pressure by only 0.4mmHg diastolic and 1.5mmHg systolic.Systolic blood pressure is the figure that measures the greatest pressure when the heart beats and pumps the blood throughout the body. It is commonly regarded as the most significant number since it provides the most accurate indicator of the likelihood of suffering from a heart attack.

These findings are made even more substantial by past researches showing a 2mmHg reduction in systolic blood pressure also lowers your risk of dying from stroke by at least 6%. It also lowers your risk of dying from certain types of heart disease by 4% and reduces your risk of dying from any cause by 3%. In the recent study, note that the low-carb diet can reduce systolic blood pressure by 5.9mmHg.

Minimizing carbohydrates consumptions have also been proven to directly help with weight loss, which is another defense measure against high blood pressure. The NHS said that being overweight can force your heart to work double-time in pumping blood around the body, a situation that can raise blood pressure.The NHS also said that if you need to lose weight, it is important to remember that shedding even just a couple of pounds can make a big difference.

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Thinking about starting a new diet? While the amount of information available can be overwhelming, its possible to find a diet that is safe, suitable and effective for your lifestyle.

Dr. Peter Jian with the Medical Weight Management Clinic at Baylor College of Medicine discusses what you need to know about the DASH diet.

A: DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) is an eating plan that is often recommended to help lower blood pressure. This diet is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products. It is also low in saturated fat, total fat, meats, and sweets.

There are two versions of the DASH diet. The standard version allows up to 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day, and the low-sodium version allows up to 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day.

Studies have shown that the DASH diet may lower blood pressure by causing favorable changes in the bodys blood pressure regulating mechanisms, such as the reninangiotensin system and plasma nitrite levels.

A: High blood pressure increases risks of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, atrial fibrillation, peripheral vascular disease, and stroke. The DASH diet can lower cardiovascular disease risk by reducing the blood pressure.

A: The following foods are typically recommended in the DASH diet:

Additionally, the DASH diet suggests the following:

A: The DASH diet is high in fiber, potassium, phosphorus, and protein, and low in saturated fat.

A: Individuals with advanced chronic kidney disease should be careful with the DASH diet because of the high amounts of potassium and phosphorus.

A: Most of the time, no side effects are noticeable.

A: The DASH diet was not developed for weight loss. Whether any type of diet (DASH, Mediterranean, vegetarian, etc.) leads to weight loss depends on many factors. Diet plans need to be individualized for each person.

Dr. Jian is an assistant professor of family and community medicine at Baylor. See more services at Baylor Family Medicine or call (713) 798-7700.

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Raymond Nazon Raymond Nazon was pre-diabetic and decided to make a lifestyle change. Fasting and the carnivore diet helped Nazon with his weight loss transformation.

Raymond Nazon's belly used to be the target of his jokes. The 47-year-old Atlanta, Georgia, resident previously weighed 252 pounds and carried a lot of abdominal fat. But learning that he had high cholesterol and was pre-diabetic inspired Nazon to make a change.

Until that point, Nazon admits to living a sedentary lifestyle and drinking a lot of sugar-sweetened beverages.

"I used to drink up to two liters of Pepsi per day and would eat frozen chimichangas and Burger King," he tells Men's Health. "I felt horrible at my heaviest. It was a burden just getting off the couch, so I enjoyed sitting."

Nazon began doing Orangetheory Fitness about five times a week, but struggled to see results from exercise alone. He read anecdotes online from people who say they reversed their diabetes by following a high-fat, low-carb ketogenic diet, so Nazon decided to try it himself in September 2016.

"I followed a keto diet plan for only six weeks and noticed huge differences," he says. Typical meals included lots of meats, green vegetables, cheese, and nuts. Dinner was usually salmon with kale, turmeric, and garlic, or rotisserie chicken.

By November, Nazon lost 10 pounds and decided to incorporate intermittent fasting. He tracks his weight and meals using the LIFE Fasting app.

Eventually, Nazon went full carnivore and has only eaten meat and cheese for the past two yearsexcept for on special occasions.

"My doctor thinks I'm crazy," he says. "The nurses think the same but with my great blood work and my transformation, they have become more curious than worried."

Nazon now weighs 175 pounds and is is no longer pre-diabetic. He runs a seven-minute mile and has completed his first 10-mile race in 2019. This year, Nazon plans to train for his first half-marathon.

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The carnivore diet definitely isn't for everyone, but it suits Nazonwhich is key.

"When you find something that works for you then stick with it and challenge yourself," he advises. "I feel that I am now thriving. I feel better than I have ever felt in my life and that includes my 20s."

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Consumers' preference for protein outside conventional sources has encouraged manufacturers treat meat extract as a key ingredient for wide range of applications

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Global Meat Extract Market Geographical Outlook

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Global Meat Extract Market Competitive Landscape

The vendor landscape of the global meat extract market is fragmented. The market players are focusing on developing innovative products that will cater to the evolving needs of the modern day consumers. Some of the key names in the meat extract market are Innova Flavors (Griffith Foods Inc.), Nikken Foods Co. Ltd., Meioh Bussan Co. Ltd., Carnad A/S, and Colin Ingredients among others.

Global Meat Extract Market: Classification

Meat Extract Market by Meat

Meat Extract Market by End Use

Meat Extract Market by Form

Meat Extract Market by Region

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Beef Protein Powder Market- The beef protein powder market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of~6%, to reach a value of~US$ 1.3 Bn by 2029. In the food and nutrition landscape, consumers are getting attracted to the beef protein powder market, as this powder doesn't require the tedious making of bone broth.

Meat Snacks Market- Revenue generated from the global meat snacks market has been estimated to be valued at~US$ 7.1 Bn in 2019,which is projected to increase at a CAGR of ~7%,to reachUS$ 14.5 Bn by 2029.

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Egg Protein Market- In the egg protein market, the bakery and confectionary sector accounted for the highest revenue in2018, with a value of ~US$ 203 million. This is why, manufacturers are increasing offerings with the introduction of whey-egg-milk protein pancake mixes and bakery paleo egg white protein powders.

Cornmeal Market- The growth of thecornmeal marketis due to various factors such as variety of products available, cornmeal replacing white and wheat flour, nutritional benefits of cornmeal, and its increased incorporation in food products.

Medical Nutrition Market- TMR projects 6.2% CAGR for global medical nutrition market revenue over 2018-2027, geriatric population to remain key consumer demographic.

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