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11/23/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Not losing weight on keto? Here’s why
Originally developed in the 1920s, the ketogenic diet has increased in popularity in recent years as a weight-management method. A popular diet among athletes and fitness enthusiasts, the ketogenic diet aims to make the body enter a metabolic state called ketosis. While in ketosis, the body uses stored fats as its primary energy source. This, experts say, is […]
03/11/2020
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By Michael Alexander
Researchers find that hormonal compounds in beer could give feminine traits to alcoholic men
Ease up on the beer, gentlemen — it might trigger breast growth in your bodies. This is due to the presence of chemical compounds in the alcoholic drink, called phytoestrogens, which are linked to the development of female physical traits, such as the development of breasts. Categorized as endocrine disruptors because of their ability to […]
03/01/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Drinkers, beware: Research finds that enameled decorations on alcoholic beverage bottles may contain high levels of TOXIC elements
The fancy bottles that come with your drink could be killing you faster than the alcohol itself. A recent paper published in Environmental Science & Technology revealed that decorated bottles of beer, wine and spirits could be laced with potentially toxic elements such as lead and cadmium. The study, authored by Andrew Turner from the University of Plymouth, examined […]
02/21/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What happens to the liver when you drink alcohol? For one, it loses its ability to protect against cancer
Adipokines are cell signaling proteins produced by adipose tissue (fat). These “circulating hormones” facilitate communication between various organs, such as the brain, liver and muscles. Dysregulation of adipokines, which also mediate inflammation, has dire consequences and is associated with serious health problems like obesity, cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, researchers from the Medical University of […]
11/30/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Binge-drinking among millennials linked to skyrocketing rates of liver disease
The liver is one of the most resilient organs in your body, due to its unique ability to regenerate new and healthy tissue to replace damaged ones. This is important because the liver plays a major role in the body’s metabolic functions like breaking down substances and eliminating toxins from the body. Also, it even helps the immune […]
11/22/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Moderate wine and beer intake can potentially improve cardiovascular health
In this study, researchers from Spain examined the associations of moderate alcohol intake and the type of alcoholic beverage with metabolic and inflammatory biomarkers. Their findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Scientific evidence of the association between moderate alcohol intake and blood cardiometabolic marker levels is inconsistent and difficult to interpret for future disease […]
10/24/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Men and women are different, even when drunk: Research says men’s brains are more affected than women
Drinking excessive amounts of alcohol is not conducive to health, but it affects men differently than women. A recent study showed that the brain regions associated with emotions, memory, and social behavior displayed diminished activity in alcoholic men than in their female counterparts. Researchers reported that alcoholism impaired the function of the amygdala, hippocampus, and other limbic […]
10/21/2019
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By Janine Acero
Can pumpkin seed extract help relieve the symptoms of enlarged prostate?
Men who are suffering from a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate may find relief from their symptoms with the humble pumpkin seed, according to a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. European researchers investigated the effects of a supplement containing pumpkin seed extract on the symptoms of BPH. Marketed by […]
10/18/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Everything in moderation: Drinking a glass of wine daily helps lower depression risk
The ups and downs of alcohol consumption have been discussed by experts time and time again. Previous research has observed the negative association between alcohol consumption and depression risk. However, new evidence suggests that consuming alcohol in moderation can instead reduce the risk of depression. The study, published in the journal Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica, found that […]
10/14/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Mediterranean diet linked to marked decrease in colorectal cancer risk
Known as one of the healthiest — if not the healthiest — diet in the world, the Mediterranean diet is recommended for the prevention of a variety of diseases, such as Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Studies have also found a link between the Mediterranean diet and a lower risk of cancer. However, up until […]
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