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What causes inflammation in your body? How can you reduce inflammation? Inflammation can be caused by eating processed foods and animal products. In How Not to Diet, Michael Greger suggests several anti-inflammation ingredients that you can add to your food to reduce inflammation. Read more for ways to reduce inflammation that’s hurting your body.
What are psychedelic drugs? Why are they becoming a popular treatment? What are the downsides? The main benefit of psychedelics is their potential for significant therapeutic benefits, including their ability to revolutionize psychiatry, a field that’s been floundering for decades. However, people arguing against psychedelic drugs say that we still don’t fully understand the risks. Keep reading to learn what psychedelic drugs are, including the benefits and drawbacks of using them.
What do proponents say about the legalization of psychedelics? What about those against legalization? The last few years have seen a surge of interest in psychedelics as treatments for intractable mental health conditions. However, some still wonder if psychedelics are as miraculous as their proponents say or if they may pose unacceptable risks. Read on for an overview of the current pros and cons of the legalization of psychedelics.
What are the top health benefits of a plant-based diet? How can a plant-based diet help you maintain your weight? In How Not to Diet, Michael Greger discusses why adopting a plant-based diet is the healthiest and most effective way to maintain a healthy weight. He gives two benefits of this diet that can help you be your healthiest self. Let’s go into detail on the two health benefits of a plant-based diet.
Could you survive a disaster, whether natural or manmade? How prepared should you be? There is a range of preparations you can make now to keep your options open in the event of a disaster. To survive a sudden crisis, it’s important to consider your access to power, water, grocery stores, hospitals, or other services. Read on to learn how much you should prepare to survive a disaster.
Why are processed foods bad for you? What do processed foods do to your body? In How Not to Diet, Michael Greger suggests not eating processed foods if you’re trying to maintain or lose weight. He claims that we’re prone to weight gain because we’re encouraged by the food industry to eat processed foods. Here are the four reasons why processed foods are bad for your body.
What increases appetite? How do processed foods affect your body? According to Michael Greger in his book How Not to Diet, processed foods and animal products can increase your appetite in four ways. The way your digestive system processes these foods also affects your appetite. Continue reading to learn what increases your appetite when you’re trying to maintain weight.
What are the benefits of a high-fiber diet? What foods are high in fiber? Fibrous foods reduce both the number of calories your body stores as fat and the number of calories you consume. In How Not to Diet, Michael Greger goes into more detail about the benefits you could gain from having a high-fiber diet. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of high-fiber diets.
What is gender-affirming hormone therapy? How does it work, and what are the side effects? Gender-affirming care is the various treatments and procedures that allow a transgender person to physically “transition,” or to alter their bodies to ease discomfort and align with their gender identity. And one major step in the transitioning process is gender-affirming hormone therapy. Keep reading for everything you need to know about this treatment.
What is Wim Hof’s daily routine? How did he develop it? How can practicing his routine benefit your health? Renowned motivational speaker Wim Hof (a.k.a. The Iceman) claims that the Wim Hof Method—a system based on cold exposure, conscious breathing, and mental dedication—can transform your health. He advocates for creating a daily routine based on this method to gain the most benefits. Keep reading for an overview of Wim Hof’s daily routine, including a thought exercise to motivate your routine.