People with diabetes even lost weight twice as fast by eating vegetarian! Want to try eating less meat too? Read on! This comes from a study published in The Journal of the American College of Nutrition.In the study, 74 people with type 2 diabetes were examined. Those who followed a vegetarian diet lost weight twice…
It is sometimes claimed that honey is healthier than regular sugar because it’s natural, but that’s not true. The body processes honey in the same way as other forms of sugar, and the amount of healthy substances in honey is so small that it does not contribute meaningfully to your health. Unfortunately, becoming healthier from…
The Trend Scenario outlines what our lifestyle is likely to look like by 2040.Good news! The number of smokers continues to decline — by 2040, only 14% of Dutch adults will still smoke. This applies to all age groups over 18, though the decline is stronger among men than women. Unfortunately, we are also getting…
Many people eat mindlessly without truly enjoying their food. Eating with awareness and being present during meals helps you feel full more quickly and also leads to eating less. By paying attention to what you eat and truly tasting your food, it becomes easier to lose weight and maintain a healthy weight. 3 simple tips…
There are different types of grain products. The healthy varieties are whole grain products, such as whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta, whole grain bulgur, and brown rice. Eating just 3 tablespoons of whole grains or 3 slices of whole wheat bread per day can already reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2…
Recent research by Foodwatch shows that 56% of all supermarket food products contain added sugar. According to the Federation of the Dutch Food Industry (FNLI), sugar also has a technical function, such as preserving food. Foodwatch reported that 651 food products were randomly selected from Albert Heijn, Jumbo, and Lidl. Based on the ingredients list,…
For nearly all people over 50, healthy aging is very important. Of this group, 89% consider a varied and balanced diet essential. A balanced and varied diet does not mean consuming light products (63%) or taking dietary supplements (54%). Most older adults see these as unimportant for staying healthy as they age.To them, balanced nutrition…
Products that fit within the guidelines of the Schijf van Vijf will receive more attention in the supermarket and foodservice sectors. Research shows that simply providing information about healthy eating is not enough. Various stakeholders will be working on this in the coming period. This was announced by the Central Bureau for the Food Trade…
Fat is both a building block and a source of energy for our body and provides vitamins A, D, and E. Fat consists of saturated and unsaturated fat. Each food product contains these fats in different amounts. If you replace foods high in saturated fat with those high in unsaturated fat, your risk of cardiovascular…
A well-balanced diet can lead to significant health benefits. In combination with sufficient physical activity, moderate alcohol consumption, and not smoking, it reduces the risk of developing chronic diseases. The BenFit lifestyle program offers you guidance in nutrition, exercise, and relaxation—key elements of a healthy lifestyle. Tips for a healthy lifestyle: Eat 250 grams of…
From now on, all members with an account can use our brand-new BenFit App. With this app, you can log in at any time from your mobile phone and always access your personal nutrition advice! Don’t have an account yet? Get in touch with your coach right away so you can start using the BenFit…
According to Professor Jaap Seidell of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, highly processed foods are the main cause of lifestyle-related diseases. Seidell makes an urgent appeal to the government and the scientific community: “Stop treating symptoms and join forces to address the underlying causes of unhealthy eating behavior.” Research, Seidell says, shows that 60% of calorie…
