Author: Saroj Kumari
The ketogenic diet or better known as the keto diet is a type of diet that is done by reducing carbohydrate consumption and increasing healthy fat consumption. The goal is to change the body’s metabolism. The scheme is like this; when the body uses ketones as an energy source, the body will burn fat as energy. Initially, many people were skeptical about the success of this diet. They were reluctant to try it because they believed in the circulating keto diet myths. It would be good for you to know the myths and facts before trying the keto diet. Here are…
What is Protein? Protein is one of the essential nutrients for body health. The amount of protein needed by each person who consumes it is different and is adjusted according to age and gender. This nutrient is known as one of the three macronutrients that the body needs in large amounts. Other micronutrients that the body needs are fats and carbohydrates. Protein Composition This compound consists of 20 amino acids, namely: Alanine. Arginine. Asparagine. Aspartic acid. Cysteine. Glutamic acid. Glutamine. Glycine. Histidine. Isoleucine. Lysine. Methionine. Phenylalanine. Proline. Seren. Threonine. Tryptophan. Trison. Valin. These nutrients can also be classified as complete…
Paleo Diet Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes are health conditions that often haunt humans today. Health experts in the field of paleo diet say that the lifestyle and eating patterns of modern society are the causes. The sedentary lifestyle of modern society and a diet loaded with sugar, fat, and processed foods are the causes of these health problems. That is why the paleo diet was created, which returns the diet to the era of our ancestor’s hunting and gathering because it is considered healthier. The modern paleo diet implements a diet that includes a menu of fruits, vegetables, lean…
Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease is a chronic, progressive neurological (nerve-related) disease that affects small areas of nerve cells (neurons) in the substantia nigra area of the brain. These cells normally produce dopamine, a chemical (neurotransmitter) that transmits signals between areas of the brain that, when working normally, coordinate smooth, balanced muscle movements. Parkinson’s disease causes these nerve cells to die, which ultimately disrupts the body’s ability to control movement and balance. Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s symptoms will vary and be different. However, there are a number of common symptoms of this disease, namely: Slow body movements (bradykinesia). Tremors. Stiff muscles.…
Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease that can potentially paralyze the brain and spinal cord or central nervous system. In this disease, the immune system attacks itself, causing communication problems between the brain and the rest of the body. Ultimately, this disease can cause permanent damage or nerve damage. Signs and symptoms of the condition vary widely and depend on the amount of nerve damage and which nerves are affected. Some people with severe cases may lose the ability to walk independently. Others may experience a reduction in old symptoms without any new symptoms. Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis…