Top healthy food and fitness terms of the decade

The 2010s will go down in history as a decade of a renaissance of healthy tends across the globe. The decade saw the rise and fall of numerous health and fitness trends worldwide. Past ten years were all about fermented food to non-dairy milk alternatives and numerous pathbreaking discoveries in the medical world. But some health trends took over the world by storm and will have lasting effects on the coming generations. Here we have compiled a list of the top 8 health terms that gained wide popularity in the fitness world for its promising health benefits and something that is going to stay in the coming decade.

The world witnessed the burgeoning popularity of gluten-free food products among men and women wanting to stay healthy and fit. Gluten is a protein found in most grains and as per some studies, following a gluten-free diet helps to manage the signs and symptoms of celiac disease and other medical conditions. The major source of this protein is wheat, barley and rye. Today, a plethora of gluten-free staples, frozen meals and snacks can be found in the supermarket that we even didn't know about years ago.

Detoxification or detox was a favourite buzzword this decade and as its popularity goes, it is here to stay for a while. A detox diet is an easy way to get rid of your body of toxins, which improves your health and promotes weight loss. The process of detoxification also includes making some small lifestyle tweaks.

Juice cleansing was a hit in the 2010s. Whether you are trying to lose weight or undergo detox, juice cleansing became a popular trend this season. A juice cleanse is a type of diet in which a person only has to consume freshly cold-pressed juices from vegetables and fruits.

People always knew the benefits of exercising for a long time, but this decade was all about the rise of HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training). This form of workout was a huge hit among the fitness enthusiasts trying to lose weight or build muscles. HIIT is a form of cardio exercise, done in short and intense bursts to maximise the performance of a person.

With time people have become more conscious of their digestive and gut health. Diverse studies were carried out that linked a healthy digestive system and good bacteria, giving rise to probiotics. Different types of probiotics supplied through food, beverage and dietary supplements garnered a lot of popularity among the masses. Yoghurt, Kefir, Kimchi, Kombucha are some of the probiotic foods that you can find easily on every aisle of a supermarket.

Pilates was developed in the early 20th century, but it became a common name among fitness enthusiasts after 2010. It is a low-impact exercise that aims to increase your muscular strength and endurance movements. It emphasises on postural alignment, muscle balance and core strength.

This decade also saw the emergence of protein products. Different kinds of "sport-related" protein products like bars, drinks, and other supplements are found abundantly in aisles of any supermarket. Protein products were earlier quite popular among bodybuilders and professional athletes, but now even people trying to lose weight and build muscles are opting for it.

There was a time when cow milk was considered as the most healthy and nutritious beverage, but this decade saw a change in people's mindset about it. There are many non-dairy options available in the market, which is as healthy and nutritious as cow's milk. Soy milk, almond milk, coconut milk, oats milk, macadamia milk, camel milk, all these are considered superfoods and are super healthy.