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04/02/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Tamarind seeds exhibit anti-hyperglycemic and anti-hyperlipidemic properties – study
A study published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine found that the seeds of the tamarind (Tamarindus indica) fruit display antihyperglycemic and antihyperlipidemic properties. The study suggested that tamarind seeds may be used to regulate cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Researchers at the University of Malaya in Malaysia and King Abdulaziz University in […]
04/01/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Menopausal women can reduce their symptoms by eating fenugreek
Postmenopausal women experience a decline in hormones, which affects their mental and physical health. Oftentimes, they use hormone replacement therapy to address these concerns. However, multiple reports have shown that this conventional treatment causes many side effects. Because of this, there is an increasing interest in the development of safe and natural agents for managing menopausal […]
04/01/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Fish oil supplements can help prevent Chagas disease, reveals study
Omega-3 fatty acids are widely-known for their heart-healthy benefits, but they’re more than just that. According to a recent study, they are also effective against parasitic infections, such as Chagas disease, a disease caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. There is some evidence on the potential beneficial effect of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on host […]
03/31/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Study shows that a diet full of fiber and whole grains can help lower your risk of disease
Fiber and whole grains are known to be an important part of one’s diet. Eating whole grains and foods rich in fiber provides many health benefits. New research adds another benefit of fiber and whole grain consumption: They may lower the risk of non-communicable diseases. Published in the journal The Lancet, this new series of […]
03/29/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Hold the (contaminated) avocado: Important tips that can help prevent foodborne illnesses
Avocados are one of the best and most popular superfoods out there. But like any other food, they could become contaminated. In fact, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) revealed that one-fifth of the avocados they examined were contaminated with harmful bacteria. The FDA tested more than 1,600 imported and domestic avocados between 2014 and […]
03/29/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Alcohol consumption is “an important modifiable risk factor of atrial fibrillation,” warn researchers
Drinking too much alcohol is proven to be harmful to your health, especially to your heart. However, a new study suggests that even moderate alcohol intake at regular intervals, which is an average of 14 glasses each week, is also a risk factor for atrial fibrillation, also known as AFib. AFib is an irregular and often rapid […]
03/29/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
High dietary glycemic load can increase risk of cerebal small vessel diseases in stroke patients, says study
People who have previously experienced a stroke should be careful of eating foods with a high glycemic load (GL), since these could increase their risk of having cerebral small vessel diseases, according to a study published in the journal Nutrition Research. Dietary GL and glycemic index (GI) are often used as markers of postprandial blood glucose response, and […]
03/29/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Anthocyanins from grape skins could potentially be used as a colorant
Anthocyanins from grape skins can be used as a safe and natural food colorant, according to a study published in the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. These could be used as an alternative to harmful synthetic food colorants. Food manufacturers use synthetic food colorants to provide color in beverages. Food industries also produce a […]
03/29/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Comparing the effects of turmeric and turmeric-containing herbal tablets on skin barrier function
A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food reported that turmeric-containing herbal supplements can be used to improve skin barrier function. In the study, the effects of turmeric-containing herbal supplements were compared with turmeric alone. A team of researchers at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento, California compared the effects of turmeric supplements […]
03/28/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Omega-3s associated with a reduced risk of bleeding in surgery, according to a new study
Fish oils are one of the most popular natural supplements for better heart health. However, they are believed to cause blood thinning, which may pose a risk to heart surgery patients. Therefore, taking fish oil before surgery is discouraged as it may lead to uncontrolled, fatal bleeding — but a new study published in the […]
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