Diet

What Is Diet Quality?

The term “diet quality” is difficult to define and there is little consensus on the definition of what constitutes a “quality” diet. Definitions of diet quality vary from one culture to another and are dependent on the local food supply and dietary practices. A general way of thinking about diet quality is to categorize foods […]

Diet

Epilepsy and the Keto Diet

The keto diet is a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet. It forces the body to use fats instead of carbohydrates for energy. It is also a popular treatment for hard-to-control childhood epilepsy. Because it is high in fats, it forces the body to produce ketones. It is a high-protein diet with minimal carbs, but adequate amounts of […]

Diet

What You Should Know About Diets

Diets can refer to the total food and drink that an individual consumes each day and the emotional and physical situations associated with eating. Health at every age can improve by making changes in diet. Nutrition includes more than just eating a balanced diet; it is all about proper nutrition on all levels. It involves […]