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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
12/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Observing the immediate health outcomes of switching to a whole foods diet
In this study, researchers from the National University of Natural Medicine in Oregon assessed the feasibility of measuring the health impact of a 12-week naturopathic whole foods nutrition education course among adults with or at risk of prediabetes. Their results were published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. A pilot non-randomized pre-post intervention design […]
12/02/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Scientists combined pulsed light treatment and edible coating to preserve fresh-cut cantaloupes
In many countries, fresh-cut fruits and vegetables are attracting more and more consumers due to their convenience as ready-to-eat products. However, while these products help people save time, the processes they go through leave them exposed to environmental elements, which can cause their rapid deterioration. In terms of nutrition, current processing and storage methods also do not […]
11/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Stevia leaves can potentially be used for improving Type 2 diabetes
Stevia rebaudiana, a member of the Asteraceae family, is widely known as a natural sweetener. Also called candyleaf, sweet leaf or sugarleaf due to its sweet-tasting leaves, the stevia plant has been used as an herbal medicine in many Eastern countries. According to studies, S. rebaudiana is bursting with medicinal properties, which include antibacterial, anti-hypertensive, anti-fungal, and anti-caries, among […]
11/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can a healthy diet boost the positive outcomes of qigong and tai chi?
Tai chi is a mind-body practice that was first developed in China as a martial art. It is closely related to qigong, an exercise system used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the purpose of cultivating qi or a person’s life force. Today, both forms of exercise are practiced for health-related or healing purposes and are even […]
11/27/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Lipids from camel milk exhibit in vitro anti-inflammatory properties
In this study, researchers from Oman, the UAE, and the U.K. investigated the effect of camel milk on glycated protein-mediated macrophage inflammation. The results of their study were published in the journal Functional Foods in Health and Disease. Camel milk is known for its anti-diabetic and health-promoting properties. The lipids in camel milk have also been […]
11/22/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Moderate wine and beer intake can potentially improve cardiovascular health
In this study, researchers from Spain examined the associations of moderate alcohol intake and the type of alcoholic beverage with metabolic and inflammatory biomarkers. Their findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Scientific evidence of the association between moderate alcohol intake and blood cardiometabolic marker levels is inconsistent and difficult to interpret for future disease […]
11/07/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Understanding the gut-brain axis: Can a probiotic help reduce stress levels?
Scientists have long believed that bidirectional communication exists between the gut and the brain. In fact, evidence suggesting that the gut microbiota — the diverse community of microbes living in the human gut — interacts with the central nervous system (CNS) and influences brain function has increased over the years. Recent studies even propose that this happens via […]
11/06/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: Bioavailability and effects of iodine intake through seaweeds in Arctic people
In this study, researchers from Denmark and Greenland measured the iodine content of dietary seaweeds in Greenland, estimated iodine absorption, and assessed the impact of dietary seaweeds on the iodine intake of Arctic people. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Dietary iodine is important for the maintenance of human […]
11/03/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Gluten-free diets: Can people with celiac disease eat oats and oatmeal?
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that causes damage to the small intestine. When people with this disease ingest gluten, this protein triggers an immune response that damages the villi, which are small projections along the small intestine necessary for nutrient absorption. The consequences of gluten consumption for people with celiac disease can be severe, hence they avoid most […]
10/30/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
High-quality, better-tasting brown rice developed with the help of an enzymatic treatment
Oryza sativa or rice is considered a staple food in many countries, particularly in Asia. One of the oldest cereal grains in the world, rice is an excellent source of starch and comes in different varieties, such as long-grain (Basmati), black rice, African rice, glutinous (sticky) rice, and brown rice. Although brown rice is not be as popular […]
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