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Story continues below Maintaining shiny hair and a healthy scalp involves more than just external products. It also largely depends on the nutrients you feed your body. Diet plays an important role in growing your hair and scalp from within. Including certain foods rich in essential vitamins and minerals can promote hair growth, prevent hair breakage, and ensure a healthy scalp. Here are 5 foods to include in your diet to optimize hair and scalp health (Image: Canva) salmon: This fatty fish is not only delicious, but also packed with nutrients that are beneficial to your hair and scalp. Salmon…
Americans appear to have a fairly favorable view of dietary supplements. According to a 2023 survey, 74% of American adults take vitamins and prebiotics. The supplement business is booming, and with all the hype around it, it’s easy to forget what supplements actually are. It is a substance that is not regulated like a drug, even though it can have powerful effects on the body and health. They are regulated just like food. Thanks to a 1994 law, the Food and Drug Administration is essentially powerless when it comes to supplements. As the agency admits, “FDA does not have the…
Shillong, April 5: To promote healthy living and create environmental conditions, schools in Meghalaya are gearing up to celebrate ‘School Nutrition Day’ on April 29, 2024. This innovative initiative aims to highlight the importance of school nutrition gardens, also known as home gardens. Improve both physical health and educational outcomes. These gardens transcend the boundaries of the traditional classroom and provide an immersive learning experience that blends science, nutrition, and environmental research. Students will be encouraged to explore the intricacies of plant growth, examine the nutritional profiles of different vegetables, and identify the impact that dietary choices have on personal…
NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court on Friday asked the Center to treat on its behalf a plea seeking inclusion of Ayurveda, yoga and naturopathy in Ayushman Bharat, the national public health insurance scheme. A bench of Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Manmeet PS Arora disposed of the public interest litigation (PIL) after asking the Union Ministry of Ayush for speedy decision on representation. Although the high court had previously dismissed the motion for non-prosecution, it granted the appellant’s motion to reinstate the complaint and asked the ministry to treat it as representation. The court passed the order after…
Introduction Functional Foods Statistics: Functional foods, that offer additional health benefits beyond basic nutrition, are essential in the health and nutrition sectors. These include both natural and modified foods enriched with components like fiber, vitamins, and probiotics to support health, such as boosting digestion and immunity and reducing disease risk. With the functional foods market growing due to heightened health consciousness, an aging demographic, and healthcare costs, the sector faces challenges in proving health claims and ensuring taste. However, the evolving food science field and increased health interest present promising expansion prospects, highlighting its crucial impact on improving global health.…
New development pathway significantly expands patient population for IV choline chlorideIV choline chloride may become the first FDA-approved choline IV formulation for the 40,000 PN patients in the United States.Approximately 80% of PN patients have choline deficiency, which can lead to liver damage and liver failure. ASPEN recommends choline supplementation for PN patientsThe company plans to begin a registration study in the first half of 2025 to support FDA approval of IV choline chloride for PN patients NEW YORK, April 5, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Protara Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: TARA), a clinical-stage company developing innovative therapies for the treatment of…
It’s always fun to find innovative dishes that combine elements from different cultures in imaginative ways. After all, that is essentially what humans have done throughout history. Discover new spices, new vegetables, new techniques, and boom, new dishes. But what about the past, the often humble, usually healthy, and sometimes iconic dishes that once fed our families? Some may make fun of the cuisine of more innocent (or more difficult and impoverished) times, but some of those dishes were often because they were amazingly delicious, or more importantly, because they were delicious. our families, our culture, our history.Fortunately, many people…
The art of mindful livingReviewed by Alicia Bigelow, NDMeditation is an ancient practice exercised for thousands of years by different religions and cultures. A common meditative practice is connecting to the body, finding non-judgmental awareness, and achieving equanimity. In the process of stilling the mind, the chaotic noisiness of our thoughts can re-clarify into a spiritual insight attributed to inner wisdom and relaxed alertness.Buddhist meditation is rooted in Buddhism, an Indian religious teaching and philosophy attributed to Buddha. The tradition dates back to ancient texts, the Pali Canon. In contemporary times, Buddhist meditators view meditation as liberation; a tool to…
modern moxie, an acclaimed indie rock band from Charlotte, North Carolina, are pleased to announce the release of their latest single, “Churning.” This emotionally rich song derives from a channeled poem written by lead singer and songwriter Madison Lucas, which delves into deep personal reflections and themes of spirituality. The poem that inspired “Churning” came to Lucas in a moment of deep clarity after a morning meditation session. This latest work takes listeners on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual exploration. The single is now available to watch on his YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tianUzNwqsM.”Churning” stands out as a testament to Modern Moxie’s…