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News & Articles By Virgilio Marin
03/01/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Turmeric from Bangladesh sometimes contains lead-laced chemical compounds, study finds
American and Bangladeshi researchers found that turmeric is occasionally laced with lead in Bangladesh, one of the world’s leading turmeric-growing regions. In a study published in the journal Environmental Research, the team revealed that most of the surveyed districts added lead to turmeric to make them look more yellow. Turmeric producers add lead for color Previous studies implicated turmeric […]
02/04/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Study: Trans fats linked to poor brain health and greater risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s
Trans fatty acids are the worst type of fats. Sometimes called “FrankenFats,” they’ve been linked to numerous diseases, ranging from cancer to heart disease to diabetes. They’re known to drive up cholesterol levels, contribute to insulin resistance and promote weight gain, among many other things. Recent studies also show that trans fats can harm your brain. In one study, which appeared in […]
02/02/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Turmeric may be the key to preventing diseases caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria
British and German researchers may have found the key to defeating antibiotic-resistant bacteria and preventing the diseases they cause. In their study, which appeared in the journal ACS Applied Bio Materials, the researchers said that their newly developed tiny capsules loaded with curcumin — the active compound in turmeric — can treat infections caused by antibiotic-resistant strains of Helicobacter pylori. […]
01/29/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Brewer’s spent grain from the beer-brewing process can be processed into cereal, flour or meat replacements, suggest researchers
Swedish researchers are exploring new ways to turn brewers’ spent grain into food products like flour and cereal. These beer production leftovers are often discarded or used as animal feed and a recent initiative led by Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden is seeking to change that by upcycling the grains into high-value products. Spent grains for high-value food […]
01/28/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Study: Clove extract may help improve blood sugar control and prevent diabetes
Cloves are the aromatic buds of the evergreen tree, Syzygium aromaticum. This potent spice is found in both whole and ground forms and is a versatile food ingredient used for seasoning pot roasts and adding flavor to hot beverages and desserts. In Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, clove is used to treat influenza, cough, digestive problems, toothache, nausea and vomiting, […]
01/18/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Boosting your quercetin intake found to have heart-protective effects
Heart disease is a serious condition that can greatly reduce your quality of life. It can lead to cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack that not only cause irreparable damage to survivors but also burden them with sky-high costs for emergency treatments like heart surgery. Fortunately, quercetin offers people with heart disease a more affordable alternative. Found in several fruits and […]
01/11/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Researchers detect unsafe levels of radioactive elements in Ukraine crops nearly 35 years after Chernobyl disaster
The devastating effects of the deadly 1986 nuclear blast in Ukraine can still be seen in crops growing far from the explosion site, according to a recent study published in the journal Environment International. A team led by University of Exeter researchers found that crops grown miles from the Chernobyl nuclear site contain radionuclides above safe consumption levels. Radionuclides are […]
12/29/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
A fat molecule unique to avocados can help lower diabetes risk by addressing insulin resistance
Avocados are a powerful superfood that confers a host of health benefits. They help lower cholesterol levels, improve nutrient absorption and promote weight loss. Studies also show that avocados can help prevent cancer and relieve osteoarthritis symptoms. However, the compounds in avocados responsible for these health benefits are still unidentified. In 2015, researchers discovered a compound unique to avocado that […]
12/15/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Green tea compounds block key enzyme that allows coronavirus to replicate – study
A study published in the journal Frontiers in Plant Science shows that chemical compounds in green tea and other plant-based foods can block the activity of a key enzyme in the replication of SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19. Researchers at North Carolina State University (NC State) found that many polyphenols in these foods are able to inhibit the function of “main protease” […]
12/09/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
“Vegetarian” fast food options from Taco Bell are still full of fat, calories and sodium, caution health experts
As more Americans become conscious of what they eat, fast food chains across the U.S. have started to roll out healthy options in their menu. Taco Bell did that recently by including a vegetarian menu board and introducing two new vegetarian selections. However, these new meatless additions may seem healthful at first glance – they are, after all, vegetarian – […]
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