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09/24/2020
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By News Editors
Science Institute protects interests of big food, not public health, researchers say
An investigation by academics, journalists and public interest researchers reveals a web of corporate money and industry-funded science surrounding the nonprofit organization International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI). ILSI describes itself as a network of think-tanks, science societies and institutes that promote food safety and nutrition. However, as research group U.S. Right to Know (USRTK) asserts, ILSI is a “food […]
09/24/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Summer savory essential oil can be used to extend the shelf life of food products
Summer savory (Satureja hortensis) is a highly aromatic herb that, like many in the mint (Lamiaceae) family, is used as a culinary ingredient. A cousin of winter savory, summer savory is described as having a hot, peppery flavor with notes of marjoram, mint and thyme. This spicy herb is an excellent seasoning. It can be […]
09/23/2020
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By Michael Alexander
It only takes one: Drinking at least one sugary drink a day increases your cancer risk
When it comes to beverages that increase your risk of cancer, it turns out that a glass of orange juice may be just as bad as a glass of soda. This is according to a new study, which found that sugary drinks – including 100 percent fruit juice – were “significantly associated with the risk […]
09/18/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Feeling tired after enjoying a cup of coffee? You should probably limit your caffeine intake, advise researchers
A lot of people rely on coffee to keep them awake and improve their focus. That’s because coffee contains caffeine, a natural stimulant that’s also found in tea and cacao plants. But if you’re a frequent coffee drinker and notice you’re feeling more tired, you might need to lay off coffee – experts say that caffeine can […]
09/16/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Researchers discover a protein in plant roots that could help reduce the need for chemical fertilizers
Nutrient-poor soil as a result of harmful commercial farming practices, such as the use of chemical fertilizers, is becoming more common around the globe. But experts find that plants might not need so much fertilizer, after all, thanks to a special protein located in their roots. In a major breakthrough, an international team of researchers […]
09/14/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Leafy greens for better health: Plant-based diets found to relieve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
Emerging research points to a helpful role of plant-based diets in managing certain chronic health conditions. For instance, some studies indicate that adopting a plant-based diet could help ease pain and inflammation linked to rheumatoid arthritis, a lifelong condition that affects the joints. In a major breakthrough, a team of researchers from the George Washington University School […]
09/10/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
On-the-job exposure to high levels of pesticide increases heart disease and stroke risk
Scientists have known for a long time that pesticides are harmful to human health. Previous research links pesticide exposure to cancer, respiratory problems and birth defects. A recent study is one of the latest to probe the toxic effects of pesticide exposure. Researchers from the University of Hawai?i at M?noa looked at middle-aged men of Japanese descent […]
09/10/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
A dangerous brew: Plastic teabags release BILLIONS of microplastics particles into your drink
Teabags made from plastic – rather than the usual paper – are fast becoming common around the globe. But tea drinkers ought to steer clear of these plastic teabags after recent tests found that a single bag could shed billions of microplastics into each cup. In a major breakthrough, scientists from Canada’s McGill University at Montreal found that […]
09/09/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Evaluating the antioxidant activity of Satureja hortensis essential oil for food applications
Algerian researchers investigated the potential of Satureja hortensis (summer savory) essential oil to extend the shelf life of liquid egg products. They reported their findings in an article published in the Journal of Essential Oil Research. The researchers used gas chromatography and mass spectrometry to characterize S. hortensis essential oil extracted by hydrodistillation. They found that it contained carvacrol (54.2 […]
09/04/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Chemicals in organophosphate pesticides cause brain damage: Study
Prenatal exposure to organophosphate pesticides, a kind of pesticide considered toxic to humans, has been linked to impaired cognition and significant changes in the brain. In a major breakthrough, scientists from the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) and Stanford University found that teenagers exposed in utero to organophosphate pesticides demonstrated altered brain activities during tasks that required executive […]
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