petfoodscience
harvest
biotech
gmo
organics
superfoodsnews
foodscience
News & Articles By Edsel Cook
06/10/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
The brain-gut connection: Scientists explore why eating more fruits and vegetables improves mental well-being
The benefits of eating fruits and vegetables aren’t limited to gut health – they also enhance a person’s mood. A large-scale study conducted by researchers from the University of Leeds and the University of York suggests that eating more of these foods can improve mental health. The study, which was published in the journal Social Science and Medicine, built on earlier research from Australia […]
06/02/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Some spices may be contaminated with lead, study reveals
A small study held by North Carolina-based researchers brought up the possibility that some home remedies and common spices may be contaminated by lead. Upon examining the residences of kids with high concentrations of lead in their blood, they reported finding traces of the heavy metal in ceremonial powders, herbal remedies, and spices. Children with high levels of lead display […]
05/24/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Eat more zucchini: 10 health benefits offered by this nutrient-rich vegetable
A type of summer squash and a member of the gourd family, zucchini originates in Central America but can now be found around the world. A good rule of thumb when picking zucchini is that the darker the fruit, the more nutrients it contains. Zucchini has plenty of dietary fiber and water, but not a single ounce […]
05/20/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Diet plans need to be made based on meal timing, not calorie intake
At a recent event, experts agreed that diet plans should no longer be based on the idea of reducing calorie intake through balanced meals. In order for a diet to be effective, people should have a balanced daily intake with proper meal timing. The meeting was held at the Royal Society of Medicine in London last November 12th and […]
05/19/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Small yet significant: Researchers determine how food nanoparticles affect your gut microbiome
The gut microbiome within the intestines plays a significant role in determining the risk level of many illnesses. A German study reported that tiny particles of food could bind themselves to the intestinal microbes, thereby altering the normal life cycle of the bacteria as well as their interactions with their human hosts. Specifically, researchers from […]
05/13/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
A low-salt diet may be more beneficial for lowering blood pressure in females than males, scientists find
Members of the fair sex will get more health benefits from a diet with low levels of salt, stated a recently published report. This is because females have greater concentrations of a natural hormone that can raise blood pressure levels. The discovery implies that females will enjoy bigger improvements from treatments aimed at blocking aldosterone, a hormone that causes blood vessels to constrict. Diets with […]
05/09/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Turmeric is a better and safer way to treat spinal cord injury than conventional drugs
Patients afflicted with spinal cord injuries (SCI) can finally have an alternative means of relieving their chronic pain without resorting to surgery or pharmaceutical drugs. Instead of undergoing an expensive operation or taking toxic corticosteroids, they can get effective pain relief from curcumin, the primary bioactive compound of the popular Indian spice turmeric. Researchers from the medical centers of […]
05/09/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Chia seeds: Understanding the health benefits of this Aztec superfood
An ancient superfood used by the Aztec people, chia (Salvia hispanica) contains incredible amounts of healthy fatty acids, minerals, soluble fibers, and protein. Eating the right amount of chia seeds every day will assist the normal functions of the heart, make it easier for the digestive system to get nutrients from food, and reduce the risk of certain cancers. […]
05/06/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
A fatty acid called propionate can help boost heart health, study concludes
Cardiovascular health could greatly benefit from a fatty acid produced by good bacteria that live in the digestive tract. German researchers reported that propionate modulates the immune cells responsible for increasing blood pressure, thus reducing the bad effects of hypertension and the risk of other related diseases. Gut bacteria are capable of breaking down dietary fiber into […]
05/02/2019
/
By Edsel Cook
Fructose found to alter hundreds of genes in the brain
A recent study reported that people who consume large amounts of fructose are more likely to develop all kinds of diseases because the sweetener affects numerous genes in the brain. Fructose causes gene alterations that are linked to serious diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease and diabetes. However, the researchers from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) who conducted the study […]
« Previous Page
5 of 23
Next Page »
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Your privacy is protected.
Subscription confirmation required.
Popular Articles
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
COPYRIGHT © 2017 FOOD SCIENCE NEWS
Privacy Policy
Get Our Free Email Newsletter
Get independent news alerts on natural cures, food lab tests, cannabis medicine, science, robotics, drones, privacy and more.
Subscription confirmation required.
We respect your privacy
and do not share emails with anyone. You can easily unsubscribe at any time.
Close
x
By continuing to browse our site you agree to our use of cookies and our
Privacy Policy
.
Agree and close