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For individuals practicing a low-carbohydrate eating style or want to try an alternative flour, can incorporating almond flour help in their wellness journey? Almond Flour Almond flour and almond meal are gluten-free alternatives to wheat products in certain recipes. They are made by grinding almonds and can be bought prepared or made at home with a food processor or grinder. The flour is higher in protein and lower in starch than other gluten-free flour. Almond Flour and Almond Meal The flour is made with blanched almonds, meaning the skin has been removed. Almond meal is made with whole or blanched almonds. The consistency for both is more like corn meal than wheat flour. They can usually be used interchangeably, although using the blanched flour will produce a more refined, less grainy result. Superfine almond flour is great for baking cakes but is difficult to make at home. It can be found at grocery stores or ordered online. Carbohydrates and Calories A half cup of commercially
"For individuals who want to exercise but have fears or concerns, can understanding what they are scared of help ease their minds?" Overcoming Exercise Fears One reason for the ongoing weight problem is that individuals don't move around enough, and one reason individuals don't exercise is fear ( Craig M. Hales et al., 2020 ). For individuals, physical exertion and moving the body to the point of increased heart rate, heavy breathing, and excessive sweating can cause anxiety and be scary when they haven't done it in a while or have never worked out. Some anxieties and fears individuals may experience include the following: Looking Foolish Anything can happen when exercising. When individuals can't figure out how a machine works or aren't sure if they're doing an exercise correctly, falling off a machine or dropping a weight can cause a feeling of foolishness. Knowing how to use machines and weights takes practice. Ask a gym employee or personal train
For individuals with back pain, can sleeping with a pillow between or under their knees help bring relief during sleep? Sleep With A Pillow Between The Legs Healthcare providers may recommend that individuals with back pain due to pregnancy or conditions like a herniated disc and sciatica sleep with a pillow between their legs. Sleeping with a pillow between the legs may help relieve back and hip pain, as the position helps maintain pelvis and spinal alignment. Proper spinal alignment can help relieve back stress and pain. The Benefits Some potential benefits of sleeping with a pillow between the knees. Reduce Back and Hip Pain When sleeping on the side, the spine, shoulders, and hips may twist to maintain the position because the center of gravity is elevated, causing instability. ( Gustavo Desouzart et al., 2015 ) Placing a pillow between the knees may help maintain stability and reduce back and hip pain. ( Gustavo Desouzart et al., 2015 ) The pillow neutralizes the position of the
For individuals dealing with digestive issues or bowel disorders, can adding peppermint to a nutrition plan help manage symptoms and digestion? Peppermint First grown in England, peppermint's medicinal properties were soon recognized and are cultivated today in Europe and Northern Africa. How It Is Used Peppermint oil can be taken as a tea or in capsule form. Consult a physician or licensed healthcare professional to determine the proper dosage for the capsule form. For Irritable Bowel Syndrome Peppermint is taken as a tea to treat general digestive problems. It is known to reduce the production of gas in the intestine. Today, researchers recognize peppermint as effective for irritable bowel syndrome when used in oil form. ( N. Alammar et al., 2019 ) Peppermint oil has been approved for use by IBS patients in Germany. However, the FDA has not approved peppermint and oil to treat any condition, but it has listed peppermint and the oil as generally safe. ( ScienceDirect, 2024 ) Int
For individuals dealing with eczema, can incorporating acupuncture into a treatment plan help manage and reduce symptoms? Acupuncture for Eczema Eczema is a chronic skin disorder that causes intense itching, dry skin, and rashes. Common treatment options for eczema include: Moisturizers Topical steroids Prescription medications Some research suggests that acupuncture may also help individuals with eczema. In recent years, researchers have looked at acupuncture as a possible treatment option and found that it can reduce symptoms. Acupuncture Acupuncture involves inserting thin metallic needles in specific acupoints in the body. It is believed that by stimulating specific points, the body’s central nervous system activates and releases certain chemicals designed to enable healing. Ailments that are treated using acupuncture include: ( Johns Hopkins Medicine. 2024 ) Headaches Back pain Nausea Asthma Osteoarthritis Fibromyalgia Treatment Studies have found that acupuncture could be a tre
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