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02/13/2020 / By Ralph Flores

Wow, that’s tart: Research shows astringency or dryness in red wine is linked to tannins and interactions with saliva

Nothing says “sophistication” better than a glass of red wine. In fact, people who know their wine can easily tell you which foods go well with dry wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, and which ones are perfect for fruity reds like Pinot Noir. But what makes a wine “dry”? A recent study found that the perception of dryness is influenced by […]

01/04/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

A dynamic duo: Researchers find that an olive oil and veggie combo could explain the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet

The Mediterranean diet is a popular diet revolving around the consumption of traditional Mediterranean foods like fish, olive oil, fruits and vegetables. This particular diet boasts a variety of health benefits that all contribute to improving overall health, including improving heart health, helping in weight loss, adjusting metabolism and supporting gut health. While many of […]

10/20/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Dark chocolate can help improve bone growth in teens, says study

Interest in dark chocolate as a health food has grown in recent years. Studies have emerged confirming the positive effects of eating dark chocolate on blood pressure, cholesterol levels, brain function, and other areas. Due to its rise in popularity, researchers from Canada and the U.S. investigated the effects of dark chocolate consumption on bone health, particularly […]

09/16/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Mulberry: A tiny fruit with great anti-diabetes potential

Mulberry is a flowering, fruit-bearing plant that belongs to the genus Morus. There are about 10 or more species of mulberries cultivated in various regions around the world. The mulberry plant (or tree) is known for having several medicinal parts. These parts have been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various diseases, most notably diabetes. […]

09/11/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Olive and mastic trees have compounds that help improve oral health

Bacteria, fungi, and viruses are integral parts of the human body. They outnumber cells 10 to one and are hosted by different systems, such as the skin, the mouth, and the gut. These microbes contribute to health through their genes, which are normally expressed into beneficial protein products. However, certain conditions can turn these microorganisms into unruly pathogens. A […]

09/11/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Researchers reveal optimal conditions for extracting antioxidants from rosemary; suggest ultrasound extraction method

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a widely known medicinal herb and fragrant spice. Its leaves have antioxidant properties and are the only accepted food antioxidants in Europe today. Because of their application, the extraction of antioxidant compounds known as polyphenols from rosemary leaves is important not only for the food industry, but also for research and development […]

08/26/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Green tea is your new go-to cuppa, thanks to its anti-obesity and anti-inflammatory properties

Green tea is a popular health drink in many parts of the world. In a recent study published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, researchers found that green tea helps regulate weight and prevent gut inflammation. “Two-thirds of American adults are overweight or obese, and we know that just telling people to eat less and exercise more […]

08/07/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Olive oil, just once a week, can lower your risk of a blood clot

Consuming olive oil once a week reduces the risk of forming arterial blood clots in obese adults. In a new study, researchers from the New York University School of Medicine found that olive oil consumption lowers platelet activity in obese adults. Platelets are small blood cell fragments that form clumps when activated. When a blood vessel gets damaged, platelets rush to […]

07/24/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Consumption of polyphenol-rich tropical grape juice found to increase antioxidants in plasma and erythrocytes in healthy humans without increasing glucose or uric acid levels

A study published in the journal Nutrition Research examined the effects of acute consumption of organic and conventional juices made from fox grapes (Vitis labrusca L.) on antioxidant biomarkers in healthy people. Researchers from the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil conducted the study. Grape varieties and cultivation conditions influence the bioactive polyphenols in grapes. The […]

07/03/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Plums can prevent colon cancer cells from spreading – study

Plums (Prunus salicina L.) can be used as a natural way to prevent colon cancer. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that the fruit contains polyphenols, such as chlorogenic acid and neochlorogenic acid, that can inhibit the spread of colon cancer cells. The nutritional prevention of aberrant crypt foci, which are microscopic lesions […]

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