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3. You Could Have IBS or IBDIf you have a gastrointestinal condition that makes you more prone to gas, like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) like Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, you might also notice that the problem gets worse from lying down, Firoozi says.Other common IBS symptoms include abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and constipation, according to Mayo Clinic. IBD symptoms may be more severe and can include abdominal pain and cramping, reduced appetite, fatigue, bloody stool, or unintended weight loss, according to Mayo Clinic. These symptoms can happen at any time, though, not just when you’re…

Antioxidants are compounds that help defend against free radicals that contribute to oxidative stress.They’re found in a variety of fruits, vegetables, nuts, spices, and even chocolate and coffee.Eating an antioxidant-rich diet supports long-term heart, brain and immune health. Antioxidants play an important role in keeping your body healthy. These natural compounds help defend against free radicals that contribute to oxidative stress—a process triggered not only by normal metabolism but also by environmental stressors like air pollution, UV rays, alcohol and smoking. In fact, it’s estimated that a single cell in your body can be exposed to free radicals thousands of…

Beauty & Health EditorHannah Frye is the Beauty & Health Editor at mindbodygreen. She has a B.S. in journalism and a minor in women’s, gender, and queer studies from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. Hannah has written across lifestyle sections including beauty, women’s health, mental health, sustainability, social media trends, and more. She previously worked for Almost 30, a top-rated health and wellness podcast. In her current role, Hannah reports on the latest beauty trends and innovations, women’s health research, brain health news, and plenty more.

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Brightseed has launched BioMetaControl, its first bioactive ingredient for metabolic health. The ingredient includes bioactives identified through the company’s proprietary AI platform, Forager, to support glucose control, sustained energy, and digestive relief, which are crucial needs among GLP-1 users. BioMetaControl contains n-trans-Caffeoyl Tyramine (NCT) and n-trans-Feruloyl Tyramine (NFT). Forager identified that these bioactives can activate HNF4α, a “master metabolic switch” that regulates genes involved in blood glucose regulation, which is key to overall metabolic health. Lee Chae, co-founder and CEO of Brightseed, says the new ingredient is a “pivotal milestone” for the company as it expands its focus from digestive to…

Cottage cheese is a versatile, convenient food with 24 grams of high-quality protein per cup. RDs recommend using it in fruit parfaits, veggie bowls, scrambled eggs, pasta sauces and more.If you’re not a fan of its texture, blend it into smoothies, egg bites or mashed potatoes. Whether cottage cheese is your absolute favorite or you struggle with its texture, there’s a way for you to enjoy this protein-packed food. Just 1 cup of 2% cottage cheese packs an impressive 24 grams of protein! So, it’s an easy way to boost your protein at any meal of the day.  That’s right, cottage…

Meal Plan at a Glance Breakfast/ A.M. Snack Lunch/ P.M. Snack Dinner/ Evening Snack Tofu scramble/ Cottage cheese snack jar Chicken, spinach & feta wraps/ Pear Lemon-garlic salmon & cucumber salad/ Strawberry yogurt bark Strawberry & peanut butter overnight oats/ Yogurt parfait Zucchini noodles with Bolognese/ Stuffed mini peppers Chicken & cabbage stir-fry/ Strawberry yogurt bark Strawberry & peanut butter overnight oats/ Cottage cheese snack jar Zucchini noodles with Bolognese/ Stuffed mini peppers Carne asada tacos & slaw/ Strawberry yogurt bark Strawberry & peanut butter overnight oats/ Yogurt parfait Zucchini noodles with Bolognese/ Strawberry yogurt bark Egg noodles with tofu…

Psychiatrist and Nutritional ExpertDr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, nutritional biologist, professional chef, and author of the upcoming title, “Calm Your Mind With Food,” which is now available for preorder, as well as the international bestseller, “This Is Your Brain on Food (An Indispensible Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More).” She is currently the Founder and Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), the first US clinic of its kind where she consults on nutritional interventions for the psychiatrically and medically ill.

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9. It Might Trigger MigrainesBelieve it or not, your beloved chocolate bar could be the source of your pounding headache. Yep, “chocolate is a common trigger for migraines,” Yeung says.Here’s why: Chocolate contains caffeine and beta-phenylethylamine. Both stimulants can “affect the way the nervous system works and cause blood vessels to narrow, ultimately leading to a migraine,” Yeung says.“Additionally, many chocolates have a lot of added sugar, which can lead to blood sugar and hormonal fluctuations that also affect blood vessels,” she adds.That said, the jury’s still out on whether chocolate triggers headaches. To illustrate this point, take this review…