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Cinnamon is the most popular autumn spice; it is obtained by drying the innermost part of the bark of various plants, all belonging to the Lauraceae family. of the bark of various plants, all belonging to the Lauraceae family. There are two most common plant variants from which the spice is obtained: Cinnamomun zeylanicum (known Cinnamomun zeylanicum (known as Ceylon cinnamon), which is native to Sri Lanka and more expensive, and Cinnamomum cassia, which is cheaper and cheaper and native to China.  It can be found in the market in the form of sticks or in powder form, in both cases[Segue]

We are almost at the end of summer and a new change of season is approaching, which unfortunately for some people can bring with it an increase in the symptoms of gastritis, i.e. inflammation of the stomach lining. The inflammation can be caused by the body's need to adapt to the sudden changes in climate typical of the period, but also by the stimulation of nervous and hormonal pathways that favour an excess of acid secretion in the stomach. Variations in diet can also increase the symptoms of gastritis: for example, the transition from a summer rich in fruit and vegetables[Segue]

We are beginning to glimpse the drop in temperatures leading into autumn, when the pear and apple orchards are filled with fraudulent fruits called apples and PEARS! Botanically speaking, the false fruit is the structural manifestation resulting from the transformation not only of the ovary, but also of other flower organs, such as the receptacle or parts of the perianth, such as the petals or sepals. From a nutritional point of view, however, we are much more interested in the composition of this foodstuff; pears are rich in sugars (around 9%), especially fructose, which nature gives us to prepare us for the[Segue]

How to strengthen the immune defences through nutrition Dr Giusto Cristina - nutritionist biologist Immune defences can be weakened for various reasons, with varying effects from person to person; some actions and behaviours that put the integrity of our immune system at risk are Wrong and unbalanced diet Excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages Stress Environmental and climatic factors Smoking Taking antibiotics Sedentary lifestyle Insufficient night rest Of the listed causes, diet is certainly the most important: deficiencies in certain foods known to boost the immune system can impair the immune response to harmful stimuli. For this reason, a balanced and complete diet is essential to ensure the functioning of the[Segue]

We often tend to be lazier during the summer holidays: we want to relax, move less, change our eating habits and our rhythms.  All this is normal and serves our organism and our mind to escape the routine of everyday life and give itself a moment's respite but, let us remember that, physical activity can help us savour even more of these moments of freedom, as well as giving us health ‘bonuses’.  To make the most of the holiday and its benefits, self-care and exercise are a winning combination.  exercise are a winning combination. Exercise makes us more aware of our bodies, stimulates the release of endorphins, reduc stress[Segue]

Finally, the long-awaited holidays arrive and the opportunities for seaside lunches, which can be enjoyed at a restaurant or beach bar or under the parasol, resume. It is often the case that with the heat the appetite goes away or we settle for something quick and fresh like an ice cream or fruit. However, it is important that the meal is more substantial to avoid hunger attacks during the rest of the day. Hunger attacks are favoured not only by the lower calorie content of an ice cream or fruit, compared to a normal meal, but also by the fact that[Segue]

Summer time is a time of year when we want to feel fit but at the same time it is full of temptations and convivial moments. The long summer days entice us to stay outside longer for an apericena or to tour our beautiful region for an informal dinner at the countless festivals full of typical and local dishes. A first tip is to combine convivial moments with motor activities if possible: e.g., stop at the festival after hiking in the mountains, apericena after a jog with friends, or wake up early the next morning and start the day with[Segue]

In midsummer, beautiful dark blue buds called Blackberries appear among the green leaves of a very common Mediterranean shrub. They come from a plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family (like the beautiful and better-known Rose of a Thousand Colours) and have some really interesting nutritional characteristics. The dark blue aggregated fruits (poly drupes) are harvested from this plant. If harvested early, they are rather sour with an astringent taste, while if eaten when fully ripe, they are very sweet thanks to the good amount of fructose. Thanks to their favourable caloric density, they are, in balanced consumption, an ally of the daily[Segue]

Fresh fruit is the basis of a healthy diet, along with vegetables and greens, and is essential for its high content of vitamins (especially vitamin C and vitamin A), minerals, including zinc, selenium, copper, potassium, fibre, polyphenols and other antioxidants. The World Health Organisation suggests consuming 5 portions of fruit and vegetables per day, a standard portion of fruit, as indicated in the guidelines, corresponds to about 150 g, i.e. one medium fruit such as apple, pear, or two small fruits such as apricots or tangerines for a daily total of about 400 g. In fruit, lipids are almost absent. Its[Segue]

Fasting is defined as the absence of food and drink consumption for a certain period of time during the day.  In various diet plans, intermittent fasting is used with the aim of reducing fat mass and increase the daily basal metabolic rate.  How should it be performed? The optimal fasting period suggested by recent studies is 14 to 16 hours a day, and it is recommended to use the night and morning period to reach this quota. It goes without saying that the meal to be eliminated will be breakfast, to arrive directly to lunch without having eaten.  In addition, intermittent fasting is also[Segue]