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News & Articles By Melissa Smith
07/28/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Avocado seeds contain compounds that reduce inflammation
Avocados are some of the most popular superfoods consumed today. The fruit pulp is eaten while the seed is normally thrown away. But researchers at Penn State University found a use for avocado seeds. In their study, which was published in Advances in Food Technology and Nutritional Sciences, they found that compounds in an avocado seeds could […]
07/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Fermented red ginseng alleviates immunosuppression and colitis caused by prescription medications
Ginseng (Panax ginseng) has long been used to treat various ailments, including colitis, according to a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The researchers found that red ginseng – which is steamed ginseng root – can alleviate immunosuppression and colitis caused by the drugs cyclophosphamide and 2,4,6-trinitrobenzene sulfonic acid (TNBS). If red […]
07/24/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Consumption of polyphenol-rich tropical grape juice found to increase antioxidants in plasma and erythrocytes in healthy humans without increasing glucose or uric acid levels
A study published in the journal Nutrition Research examined the effects of acute consumption of organic and conventional juices made from fox grapes (Vitis labrusca L.) on antioxidant biomarkers in healthy people. Researchers from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil conducted the study. Grape varieties and cultivation conditions influence the bioactive polyphenols in grapes. The […]
07/22/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Eating 2 servings of mushrooms can protect cognitive function and keep your brain healthy
For many years, mushrooms have been used in traditional medicine for healing purposes. Today, these edible fungi are continually being studied for the potential health benefits of consuming them. A recent study found that eating mushrooms can keep your brain sharp and healthy later in life. Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) Yong […]
07/17/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Protect your liver with whole grains: Study finds they reduce the risk of liver cancer
Eating whole grains offers a wide range of health benefits, which include protection against liver cancer. A study published in the journal JAMA Oncology revealed that adhering to a diet rich in whole grains can lower your risk of liver cancer by 40 percent. Whole grains are good sources of dietary fiber. A diet rich […]
07/17/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Papaya leaf juice can stimulate your immune system to fight the dengue virus
If you’re into green juice, consider adding papaya leaves to your recipes. If you’re not into juicing your greens, however, you might want to reconsider: Drinking papaya (Carica papaya) leaf juice was found to protect against the dreaded dengue virus. A team of researchers from the Ministry of Health in Malaysia conducted a study analyzing the potential […]
07/16/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Aidan fruit extract found to have flavonoids and phenolic acids that could be used to prevent and treat hyperuricemia
In this study, researchers from Nigeria and Brazil teamed up to examine the phenolic composition and the inhibitory activity of aidan (Tetrapleura tetraptera) fruit extract on xanthine oxidase (XO) and ferrous ion (Fe2+)-induced lipid peroxidation in the kidney, liver and lung tissues of rats. They published their study in the journal Food Science and Human […]
07/13/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Saponin derived from quinoa shows antibacterial effects against halitosis-related bacteria
A team of researchers from Qilu University of Technology and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in China examined the antibacterial effects of saponin obtained from quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) husk against bacteria that cause halitosis. The research team published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Quinoa is a staple food in […]
07/10/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Blueberries found to reduce CVD risk by up to 20 percent
Looking for ways to keep your heart healthy? Consider eating more blueberries. A study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A suggested that blueberries contain phytochemicals that significantly improve cardiovascular health. These phytochemicals are known as anthocyanins, which give blueberries (and other red, blue, and purple-colored foods) their color. For the first part of […]
07/07/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Protect your colon with food: Garlic and onions reduce risk of colorectal cancer
Garlic and onions are commonly used to flavor food – but they offer far more benefits than that. A recent study suggests that garlic, onions, and other Allium vegetables – leeks, chives, shallots – may prevent colorectal cancer. Bioactive compounds in Allium vegetables were previously reported to prevent breast cancer and prostate cancer. In this […]
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