Diabet, Nutritie si Boli Metabolice
Dr. Daniela Petrache
Why Nutrition Is Essential in the Early Years of Life Nutrition during childhood lays the foundation for long-term health. By the age of 10, a child’s brain undergoes intense development, bones strengthen, the immune system matures, and eating habits begin to form. A balanced diet supports harmonious growth, daily energy, focus, infection prevention, and the development of a healthy relationship
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Why Nutrition Matters During Adolescence Adolescence is a time of rapid change: accelerated growth, muscle development, hormonal and emotional shifts, and the strengthening of the skeletal and nervous systems. Nutrition plays a crucial role in supporting these changes, influencing not only current health but also long-term well-being. A balanced diet during this stage helps prevent deficiencies, weight issues, acne, chronic
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Nutrition – The Key to Healthy Muscle Mass Building muscle mass isn’t just about intense training – it also requires a carefully designed diet, rich in proteins, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats, and essential micronutrients. Without the right nutrition, the body lacks the fuel and building blocks needed to repair and grow new muscle fibers. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced,
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Nutrition – A Key Pillar in Fertility Balance Infertility affects more and more couples, and in many cases, lifestyle and nutrition have a direct impact on hormonal balance, the health of eggs and sperm, ovulatory function, and embryo implantation. Whether the cause is hormonal, ovulatory, low ovarian reserve, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, or male infertility, a balanced, anti-inflammatory, nutrient-rich diet
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Why Does Nutrition Matter in Endometriosis? Endometriosis is a chronic, inflammatory condition where endometrial-like tissue grows outside the uterus, leading to pelvic pain, heavy periods, fatigue, and sometimes infertility. While nutrition does not cure endometriosis, it plays a key role in managing inflammation, balancing hormones, reducing pain, and supporting the immune system. With the right food choices, many women are
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The Enzyme That Determines Your Alcohol Tolerance Alcohol dehydrogenase (ADH) is one of the key enzymes involved in alcohol metabolism. In 2025, as alcohol consumption remains widespread and concerns about liver health grow, understanding how the body processes ethanol is more relevant than ever. This article explains what alcohol dehydrogenase is, how it works, why some people get drunk faster,
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Alcohol often brings a temporary feeling of euphoria, but also unpleasant side effects like dizziness, loss of balance, and confusion. Dizziness is one of the most common reactions to alcohol intoxication. But why does it happen? What biological mechanisms are involved? And how dangerous can this sensation be? Let’s explore together. What Happens in the Brain When You Drink Alcohol
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This is a question many people ask, especially in a world where there is constant pressure related to body weight and physical appearance. The idea that smoking might help with weight loss has been around for decades, reinforced by myths, personal stories, and even some real physiological effects of nicotine. But what’s the truth? In this article, we’ll explore in
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Understanding Human Motivation Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs is one of the most influential psychological theories explaining human motivation and behavior. Proposed by Abraham Maslow in 1943, this theory organizes human needs into a pyramidal hierarchy, starting with basic physiological needs and culminating in self-actualization. This framework is used in psychology, education, business, marketing, personal development, and mental health, offering a
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Coconut Sugar for Diabetics: A Better Choice or Just a Myth? Coconut sugar has gained popularity in recent years, being marketed as a “natural” and “healthier” alternative to regular sugar. For people with diabetes, any sugar substitute brings hope—but how safe is coconut sugar for diabetics? In this article, we’ll explore its composition, glycemic index, impact on blood sugar, benefits,
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