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01/13/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Study: Those who live near fast food restaurants are more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes

Junk food is bad for your health, and the regular consumption of fast food is often linked to problems like obesity. According to a U.K. study, simply living near a fast food restaurant can even increase your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The study, which involved a collaboration between researchers from the Healthy High-Density Cities Lab at […]

01/12/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Sushi lovers, rejoice: Wasabi can help prevent cancer

If you’ve eaten sushi, you might have noticed that your meal usually comes with a green paste called wasabi (Japanese horseradish). Not everyone likes this pungent Japanese condiment, but according to a study, it could be the key to curing cancer. The study was published in the Oxford Journal. What are isothiocyanates? Data from the study showed […]

01/10/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Cure for coughs found in chocolate? Study finds that cocoa is effective cough medicine

Chocolate is often considered a guilty pleasure because the delicious treat is rich in calories, fat, and sugar. However, study findings have revealed that chocolate can help treat a cough. Curing a cough with cocoa In an interview with The Daily Mail, Professor Alyn Morice, who is the head of cardiovascular and respiratory studies at the […]

01/09/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Nutritionists say rosemary may be the key to living longer

According to a study, rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is more than an aromatic and flavorful herb. Researchers believe that the frequent use of the herb may be one of the main reasons why most of the residents of a town in Italy live up to 100 years old. The study is a collaboration between researchers from […]

01/07/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Study confirms “health halo” effects of TV ads are misleading kids

Children are impressionable, and adults are often wary of what they say and do around kids to make sure that they don’t imitate any of their bad habits. But are adults being careless when it comes to the food choices of their children? According to a study, children who viewed junk food TV commercials accompanied by healthy […]

01/06/2019 / By Zoey Sky

New gut bacteria discovered: Scientists are researching a strain that shows potential for enhancing weight loss

If we’re lucky, we can soon learn more about a certain kind of gut bacteria that might have various health benefits such as preventing weight gain. Only a handful of people know about the bacterium Akkermansia muciniphila. But this can all change thanks to the future research of Dr. Gilberto Flores. Dr. Flores is a microbial ecologist at California […]

12/27/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Are Alzheimer’s and sugar consumption linked? Studies detail the deadly connection

Most people think that sugar consumption and Alzheimer’s disease are two unrelated health issues. However, according to various studies, consuming too much sugar can increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Excess sugar and Alzheimer’s You need to be extremely careful when it comes to limiting your sugar intake, especially since most food companies try to add […]

12/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Recent analysis reveals that many yogurt products found in supermarkets contain a dangerous amount of sugar

Yogurt, a popular dairy product made via the bacterial fermentation of milk, is a favorite among health-conscious consumers because it offers a lot of benefits. However, not all kinds of yogurt are good for you. According to a U.K. study, certain kinds of yogurt tend to be an “unrecognized” source of dietary sugar, especially for young […]

12/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Increasing the amount of protein in your diet may lower your risk for diabetes

According to a study, which was published in the American Journal of Physiology-Endocrinology and Metabolism, consuming more protein can help reduce the liver’s fat content. Making this change to your diet may even help lower the risk of diabetes in individuals with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). What is nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? NAFLD, also called […]

12/06/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Papayas can be used to reduce inflammation across your entire body

Papayas (Carica papaya) are sweet tropical fruits that are full of antioxidants. According to researchers, the beneficial fruits may also have antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory properties. Papayas are commonly used in traditional medicine. However, due to recent discoveries about their various health benefits, modern pharmaceutical industries have decided to look into the possible medicinal applications of […]

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