If I told you that by cutting out that salty bag of chips or pretzels every day at lunch will help you live longer, would you believe me? As hard to believe as that may be, it’s true. Too much salt in your diet has recently been found to be associated with faster cellular aging. Let me tell you more about it… Slow Aging Simply: Cut Salt Intake, Watch Weight A couple months ago, researchers at Georgia Regents University conducted a study on whether high salt intake contributed to cellular aging. For their test subjects, they zeroed in on teenagers […]
For decades, the medical profession has taken a “one size fits all” approach to nutrition. Doctors and nutritionists often tell their patients to eat less fat and more vegetables, and supplement daily with vitamins and antioxidants.
A study has found that eating a moderate quantity of red pepper can help curb appetite. According to research from Purdue University, the peppers especially work for those who don’t normally eat the popular spice. “We found that consuming red pepper can help manage appetite and burn more calories after a meal, especially for individuals who do not consume the spice regularly,” Richard Mattes, distinguished professor of foods and nutrition who collaborated with doctoral student Mary-Jon Ludy, said. “This finding should be considered a piece of the puzzle because the idea that one small change will reverse the obesity epidemic is simply not […]
By Lira Soriano Imagine looking seven years younger than you currently do. Imagine that you can do this in just seven weeks, without getting surgery or Botox. Imagine also getting more energy, glowing skin, glossy hair and a flat belly. Sounds too good to be true right? All you need to accomplish this is to follow the plan in the book 7 Years Younger. How does it work? Good Housekeeping combined the research and scientific studies of nearly 5,000 tests on beauty products, diet and fitness programs. Hundreds of real women were interviewed and tested. The book helps weed out […]
Coffee. Joe, java, go-go juice, nectar of the gods. Whatever you call it, coffee can be your best friend. These days it seems like there’s a coffee shop on every corner, just waiting to deliver the delicious, caffeinated beverage ready to get you going (and keep you going during long shifts!). As much as we know (and love) about the beverage, we found nine facts about coffee you may not have heard before. Which are news to you? 1. Creamer can keep your coffee warmer longer Whaaaa? Doesn’t this go against the laws of physics? Shouldn’t pouring cold cream into […]
It’s possible to adjust your mood by adjusting your diet. Certain FoodTrients—like choline, omega-3 fatty acids, and tryptophan (in poultry)—promote healthy neurotransmitters in the brain, allowing calming signals to get through more effectively. Many vitamins and minerals—especially B vitamins, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and zinc—are used up when we’re under stress and should be replenished ASAP. To contribute to a good mood, we should be eating whole grains, poultry, eggs, citrus, berries, and dark green veggies. Putting the right foods into our bodies is only half the battle. We also need to avoid foods that take down […]
Scientists in the North East may be a step closer to finding a way to slow down the aging process. Newcastle University has identified that damaged protein could be one of the key aspects to premature ageing. A team of experts found that the condition of key proteins in the mitochondria – the “batteries” of cells – could be used to predict, and eventually treat, premature aging. It was established that one way of slowing down the aging process was by restricting diet to reduce the number of calories consumed. A study with mice identified that by using calorie restriction, a […]
Derived from the Greek word meaning royal, basil is a versatile herb that has lived up to its pedigree. With its wealth of nutrients, from hefty amounts of vitamin K and calcium, to its high antioxidant oils, basil offers an array of health-enhancing benefits ranging from protection against DNA damage to combating stress. In addition, the peppermint-like leaves of basil are loaded with beta-caryophyllene, an anti-inflammatory compound that may treat conditions such as arthritis and inflammatory bowel disease. An abundance of evidence is emerging to support basil’s reputation as an herbal remedy for thousands of years, making this undervalued herb a formidable opponent against some […]
You’ve heard that, as you get older, you need more calcium to protect your bones against fracture – especially disabling and, potentially deadly, hip fractures. And, that’s true – especially if you’re a post menopausal woman. But, it’s not the only mineral you need. New research has found that magnesium may be better at protecting specifically against hip fracture than calcium in both men and women. But, like most Americans, you likely are deficient in it, as nearly 75% of them are. Here’s what you need to know about magnesium and your hips.
The journal Diabetologia recently published the finding of Harvard researchers of a reduction in the risk of developing type 2 diabetes among men and women who increased their daily intake of coffee. For the current study, Drs Frank Hu and Shilpa Bhupathiraju of Harvard School of Public Health’s Department of Nutrition and their associates utilized data from 48,464 participants in the Nurses’ Health Study, 47,510 women enrolled in the Nurses’ Health Study II, and 27,759 men who took part in the Health Professionals Follow-Up Study. Dietary questionnaire responses provided by the subjects every four years for two decades or more were analyzed for the […]
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