Jennifer Anistons fans consider her a Greek goddess for looking the same since years and years, Although she 51-year-old. They believe she still looks 30. She has been leaving her fans in awe with her slim figure in glamorous outfits.

Then stated that she makes super healthy meal choices to stay healthy. The stars daily diet plays a huge role to shine her amazing personality. Jennifer, who is also known for her clean-living LA lifestyle, often likes to practice yoga and takes a healthy diet to stay looking so stunning.

Her morning meal is a little different from a bowl of cornflakes. The star had earlier revealed in an interview that she resorts to intermittent fasting. And this eats no food in the morning. She apparently noticed a big difference after going without food for 16 hours.

After waking up, she has warm lemon water followed by a shake or avocado and eggs. At times, she has a puffed millet cereal with a banana. For lunch, she often takes some form of vegetables or salad with protein which is basic. She also devours a nutrient-rich, well-balanced containing healthy carbs, proteins, bright veg and leafy greens.

Jennifer Aniston became single after her divorce from Justin Theroux. Hence, a lot of fans believe shes quarantining all alone. But, fans couldnt help but notice she got company. She was apparently caught smiling at someone mysterious while talking to her friend Lisa Kudrow. In an interview with herFriends co-star fans, allegedly, noticed her smiling at a mysterious individual. Apparently, this mystery person was in the same room but only away from the camera.

Also, talking about quarantining, Jennifer Aniston recently uploaded a photo of herself. She was wearing a mask and asking everyone to do the same. As the pandemic cases in the United States continuously grow, it seems important for everyone.

In a lengthy message, the star agreed that wearing masks were inconvenient and uncomfortable. But that everyone should wear one if they care about human life. She couldnt deny that many people refused to follow the precautionary steps to flatten the curve.

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This year's second lunar eclipse is said to take place on July 05 and will be a special one, where a special 'full buck moon' will be witnessed alongside a penumbral lunar eclipse from some parts of the world.

While the sighting of the eclipse makes for a celestial event, culturally, eclipses are regarded to be a bad omen and there are customs which forbid people from moving out or eating food during the duration of the eclipse.

Eclipses tend to have a powerful effect on us and the natural body clock. This is something which has roots in traditional systems of medicine and Ayurveda too. Hence, a lot of people follow this customarily and have certain dos and donts while cooking or eating certain food items.

Here is a list of common diet beliefs and myths pertaining to a lunar eclipse:

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By: Lifestyle Desk | New Delhi | Published: July 3, 2020 8:50:50 pm Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar recommended consuming konfal during the rainy season. (Source: Getty/Instagram)

Seasonal fruits and vegetables in India are a powerhouse of nutrients and come with benefits that can heal several illnesses. Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar on her Instagram account recently spoke about the health benefits of konfal, which is a species of yam that is sweeter in taste.

Diwekar recommended consuming konfal during the rainy season. Also known as purple yam, its starchy roots taste like potato. Traditionally, the arrival of monsoon meant eating lesser of green leafy vegetables and more of the creeper vegetables like doodhi and root vegetables and tubers like konfal. Monsoon also signalled the arrival of chaturmas four months, this year it starts from 1st July, a period of many festivals and Upavas or fasts not to be confused with the trend of fasting where the focus is to go long hours without food, in the name of cleansing or weight loss, she wrote in her post.

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Konfal Dont ask me whats its called in English, listen to what i am telling you and eat veggies that have no name in English. Speak about food in your local, regional language. One that connects you with your culture, cuisine, crop cycle and climate. Traditionally, the arrival of monsoon meant eating lesser of green leafy vegetables and more of the creeper vegetables like doodhi and root vegetables (and tubers like konfal). Monsoon also signalled the arrival of chaturmas (4 months, this year it starts from 1st July), a period of many festivals and Upavas or fasts (not to be confused with the trend of fasting where the focus is to go long hours without food, in the name of cleanse or weight loss). These fasts and what to eat during them are a cultural practice that has stood the test of time and is rooted in common sense. They introduced diversity in our diets in the form of tubers, pulses and smaller millets. The tubers were especially important as the fasts asked you to eat a variety of those. Nutrition science now recognises them as good sources of pre-biotic (food for healthy and diverse gut bacteria), isoflavones (that allow for hormonal wellbeing) and a variety of vitamins and minerals that improve blood sugar response. Unfortunately, a lot of our vegetables, tubers especially, are losing out as we now speak of food mostly in English. So, the broccoli, kale, etc., thrive, while the native species die. This monsoon, bring back the tubers that are part of your region and culture. In the pic is konfal kaap shallow fried pieces of konfal. What is your local speciality? #monsoon #foodculture

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Benefits of konfal or purple yam:

Benefits of konfal or purple yam:

* The root vegetable is rich in carbohydrates and vitamin C, making it ideal for the monsoon season.

* It is also rich in antioxidants which can be helpful in protecting the body from free radicals.

* It also has healing properties and can protect our body from cell damages.

* It also falls under low glycaemic index, making it apt for people with high blood sugar levels.

* The deep purple colour of this vegetable is due to anthocyanin pigments and is used as a natural food colouring agent.

These fasts and what to eat during them are a cultural practice that has stood the test of time and is rooted in common sense. They introduced diversity in our diets in the form of tubers, pulses and smaller millets. The tubers were especially important as the fasts asked you to eat a variety of those. Nutrition science now recognises them as good sources of pre-biotic (food for healthy and diverse gut bacteria), isoflavones (that allow for hormonal wellbeing) and a variety of vitamins and minerals that improve blood sugar response. Unfortunately, a lot of our vegetables, tubers especially, are losing out as we now speak of food mostly in English. So, the broccoli, kale, etc., thrive, while the native species die. This monsoon, bring back the tubers that are part of your region and culture. In the pic is konfal kaap shallow fried pieces of konfal, she added.

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Amla or the Indian gooseberry is known to be a powerhouse of Vitamin C and a natural immunity booster. Here are all the reasons to include amla in your daily diet.

Amla can help you have beatiful skin and hair

We always keep looking forward for immunity boosting food items to be added in the list. Amla or the Indian gooseberry is a life savior and contains a lot of Vitamin C which helps in boosting immunity. The other sources of vitamin c are orange (pulp), papaya (ripe), lemon juice, sweet lime, strawberry, guava (pink and white flesh), black currants, mango (green- raw and ripe), bell pepper (red and yellow), green capsicum, knol knol, drumstick, brussels sprouts, green leafy vegetables etc. In Ayurveda it is believed that Amla can balance all three doshas of the body (Vatta /Pitta/Kapha) and can prevent underlying cause of many diseases.

1. Builds Immunity: In today's time we are looking forward to any hint of increasing our immunity, amla is a real booster and helps in building up body's capacity to fight against diseases.

2. Helps fightcommon cold: Vitamin C in amla prevents common cold and is absorbed more easily than the supplements available in the market.

3. A boon for eyes: It helps in improving eyesight and helps in enhancing the vision.

4. Helps in managing diabetes and lowering blood glucose levels: It helps in stimulating Insulin production and hence balancing the Glucose levels in body, also helps in reducing cholesterol levels in body.

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5. Has Anti-inflammatory properties: It helps in arthritis related aches as it has anti- inflammatory properties.

6. Can heal mouth ulcers: Gargling with diluted amla Juice gives an instant relief in mouth ulcers.

7. Good hair, prevents hair fall: It strengthens hair follicles and hence prevents hair fall, helpful in dandruff prevention, delays graying of hairs, makes hair shiny, soft and acts as natural hair mask.

8. Beautiful skin: It helps to make skin glow, blemish free and has anti - aging effects.

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The technology, which produces individuals urine fingerprint could help enable people to receive healthy eating advice tailored to their individual biological make-up

Scientists at Newcastle University in collaboration with colleagues at Imperial College London, Aberystwyth University and Murdoch University have developed a five-minute test to reveal that the mix of metabolites in urine varies from person to person.

Metabolites are considered to be an objective indicator of diet quality and are produced as different foods are digested by the body, say the research team, who published their findings in the journal Nature Food.

In another research paper in the same journal, they were able to establish links between dietary inputs and urinary output of metabolites that may help improve understanding of how our diets affect health.

The findings revealed an association between 46 metabolites in urine, and types of foods or nutrients in the diet. For instance, certain metabolites correlated with alcohol intake, while others were linked to intake of citrus fruit, fructose (fruit sugar), glucose and vitamin C. The team also found metabolites in urine associated with dietary intake of red meats, other meats such as chicken, and nutrients such as calcium. Certain metabolites were also linked with health conditions for instance compounds found in urine such as formate and sodium (an indicator of salt intake) are linked with obesity and high blood pressure.

The team used this technology to develop a five-minute test to reveal that the mix of metabolites in urine varies from person to person.

The team says the technology, which produces an individuals urine fingerprint could help enable people to receive healthy eating advice tailored to their individual biological make-up. This is known as precision nutrition and could provide health professionals with more specific information on the quality of a persons diet.

Professor John Mathers, author of the research and Director of the Human Nutrition Research Centre, Newcastle University said: We have shown how different people metabolise the same foods in highly individual ways. This has implications for understanding the development of nutrition-related diseases and for more personalised dietary advice to improve public health.

Dr Isabel Garcia-Perez, author of the research also from Imperials Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction explained: Our technology can provide crucial insights into how foods are processed by individuals in different ways and can help health professionals such as dieticians provide dietary advice tailored to individual patients.

Dr Garcia-Perez added that the team now plan to use the diet analysis technology on people at risk of cardiovascular disease.

The researchers say this urine fingerprint can be used to develop an individuals personal score called the Dietary Metabotype Score, or DMS.

Same diet, different outcome

In their experiments, the team asked 19 people to follow four different diets ranging from very healthy (following 100 per cent of World Health Organisation recommendations for a balanced diet), to unhealthy (following 25 per cent WHO diet recommendations).

The team found that people who strictly followed the same diet had varied DMS scores. The teams work also revealed that the higher a persons DMS score, the healthier their diet. A higher DMS score was also found to be associated with lower blood sugar, and a higher amount of energy excreted from the body in urine.

The team found the difference between high energy urine (ie. high DMS score) and low energy urine (low DMS score) was equivalent to someone with a high DMS score losing an extra four calories a day, or 1,500 calories a year. The team calculate this could translate to a difference of 215g of body fat per year.

The next step is to investigate how a persons urine metabolite fingerprint may link to a persons risk of conditions such as obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure, Professor Gary Frost, co-author of the research and Chair in Nutrition and Dietetics at Imperial said: These findings bring a new and more in- depth understanding to how our bodies process and use food at the molecular level. The research brings

into question whether we should re-write food tables to incorporate these new metabolites that have biological effects in the body.

The work was funded by the National Institute for Health Research, the Medical Research Council and Health Data Research UK.

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Dietary metabotype modelling predicts individual responses to dietary interventions. Nature Food.

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Dear Readers: One day last week, I found myself busy during the lunch hour and didn't stop to eat until around 2 p.m. I went to a fast-food restaurant, ordered a small sandwich, medium fries, and a diet soda. It wasn't until later that I realized the moderate-size meal I had consumed contained nearly 800 calories! Holy mackerel! The fries were delicious, but was it worth it?

By now, you've noticed certain restaurants have added calorie counts to their menu items. Although some restaurants began early, as of May 7, 2018, the FDA required calories to be listed on the menus and menu boards of restaurants that are part of a chain of 20 or more locations. The reasoning behind this is so that consumers can make informed choices.

It is estimated that Americans eat one-third of their meals away from home. While fast food is a convenient and relatively inexpensive option, the calories add up quickly. Instead of getting more for our dollar, we get more around the waistline. Increased calories lead to weight gain, and obesity is one of the leading contributors to diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke, and possibly some types of cancer.

Is the implementation of calorie counts making a difference? The studies are mixed, but overall, the answer seems to be, "Definitely maybe." In a study published in the British Medical Journal, more than 242 million food transactions were evaluated over three years. The data was collected in fast-food restaurants in the southern United States. After calorie labeling, a decrease of 60 calories per transaction was observed. However, this was followed by an increase of 0.71 calories per transaction over the next year (1).

Particular subpopulations seem to use the calorie counts more effectively. Women, dieters, and people of higher income levels made healthier choices. The calorie labeling was more effective when a 2000 calorie-a-day recommendation was also posted.

At first glance, it seems the effect of calorie labeling would be easy to measure. People either ordered items with more calories or less, right? However, measuring the impact on society's health is much more complex. For example, after realizing how many calories they were consuming in fast food, some customers may quit going to those restaurants altogether. While this may be a healthy adjustment, it's difficult to measure its impact on public health.

If you have to eat on the run, and fast food is a convenient option, follow these guidelines so you won't blow your health plan:

The implementation of calorie counts on menus may not solve the obesity problem in America, but it's a step in the right direction. Increased awareness and education are vital keys in making healthier choices.

Until next time, be healthy!

Dear Dietitian

Leanne McCrate, RDN, LD, CNSC, aka Dear Dietitian, is based in Missouri. Her mission is to educate the public on sound, scientifically-based nutrition. Do you have a nutrition question? Email her today at deardietitian411@gmail.com. Dear Dietitian does not endorse any products, health programs, or diet plans.

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HIGH CHOLESTEROL tends to refer to more 'bad' cholesterol than 'good' cholesterol floating in the bloodstream. Adding one seed to your diet could change that.

High cholesterol can be lowered, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease and a stroke. Adding a certain seed to your diet can help you to achieve greater longevity.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outline the difference between "bad" and "good" cholesterol.

'Bad' cholesterol vs 'good' cholesterol

'Bad' cholesterol is low-density lipoprotein (LDL) whereas 'good' cholesterol is high-density lipoprotein (HDL).

HDL absorbs cholesterol and carries it to the liver, where it can then be flushed from the body.

Medical News Today confirmed pumpkin seeds are excellent sources of potassium, magnesium and calcium.

Additionally, they are a good source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFSs) and antioxidants.

The heart healthy ingredient contains omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and the organisation stated that research has shown omega-3s can "reduce LDL, total cholesterol and triglyceride levels".

Moreover, omega-3s can reduce atherosclerosis a build-up of fatty material in the artery wall.

Pumpkin seeds also contain fibre, which helps to lower the amount of cholesterol in the blood.

The healthy addition to mealtime think salads, soups, noodles and desserts has been revealed to contain sterols.

And, according to Medical News Today, plant sterols are known to "help reduce levels of 'bad' LDL cholesterol".

While adding pumpkin seeds to your diet can lower cholesterol, the tiny seed can only do so much.

To ensure cholesterol levels remain low, it's vital to avoid eating trans fats.

Trans fat such as animal products and dairy can raise cholesterol levels, according to the NHS.

Artificial trans fats are included in processed foods. For example, biscuits can contain trans fats, as can cakes.

Keep an eye on nutritional labels when buying products, and be on the lookout for "hydrogenated fats or oils" on food labels these are to be avoided.

Eating foods high in saturated fat will also increase cholesterol levels so, in order to reap the benefits of cholesterol-lowering pumpkin seeds, one needs to cut down on the following:

Foods high in saturated fat (to be avoided or cut down on) include meat pies, sausages, butter, ghee or lard.

Moreover, refrain from eating hard cheeses, and foods containing coconut or palm oil.

Certain ways of cooking can also help to reduce cholesterol levels. It's best to grill, steam, poach, boil or microwave foods, instead of roasting or frying.

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