Thursday, March 13, 2008

diet changes

A diet high in fat (especially saturated fat) plus a high salt intake is associated with an increase risk of coronary disease. It has been estimated that, on average, a third of cancers could be prevented by changes in diet. A diet which is high in fibre and whole grain cereal and low in fat has the potential to prevent a number of cancers, including colon, stomach and breast cancer.

Many fertility experts believe that an unhealthy diet, high in fat, sugar, and processed foods, and low in nutrients essential to fertility may increase the chances of miscarriage.

A diet in high in fat, sugar and salt lead to weight gain and increases the risk of obesity. Carrying excess weight doesn't just increase the risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and fertility, is also affiliated with fatigue, low self esteem and poor mental and physical performance. More to follow.....

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