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09/13/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A cucumber a day keeps the heart doctor away

The old folk wisdom “an apple day keeps the doctor away” just got an upgrade, thanks to the work of Italian researchers. Only now, it’s cucumbers instead of apples, and heart doctors instead of regular ones. In their study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, they showed that the cucumber (Cucumis sativus) can protect the […]

09/06/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Often called the “king of medicine,” the myrobalan can help overweight people improve their joint function

The myrobalan is known in history as “Buddha’s chosen herb,” primarily because of its multiple therapeutic uses. The tropical fruit, which is native to South Asia, has been an ingredient in both Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. In a study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers have validated the usefulness of myrobalan in improving […]

08/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Add this to your list of superfoods: Cauliflower decreases your risk of all kinds of chronic diseases

Think all “white” foods are bad for you? Think again. Indeed, white bread and white rice are riddled with carbs and are less satisfying, but cauliflowers are an exception. Despite its white color, the cauliflower is very versatile and nutritious that it can lower the risk of all kinds of chronic diseases. Cauliflowers are packed with […]

08/09/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

An apple a day keeps the wrinkles away: Compounds found in the fruit protect you against aging skin

Doctors aren’t the only ones that apples keep away: Research has shown that the fruit can also keep aging at bay, thanks to its wealth of beneficial nutrients. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, identified that the Annurca apple, a variety grown in southern Italy, is capable of slowing down aging by reducing oxidative […]

07/25/2018 / By Earl Garcia

5 Superfoods that need be in your diet today

Renowned family physician and ten-time #1 New York Times bestselling author Dr. Mark Hyman has listed five superfoods that you should integrate into your diet today. Plant foods According to Dr. Hyman, this food group represents a vast array of vegetables that contains up to 25,000 compounds that are beneficial for the health. According to a study published […]

07/11/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Consuming oily fish reduces the risk and symptoms of MS

Taking tinned fish more often may lower the risk of having multiple sclerosis, according to a case-control study published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism. In the study, the researchers suggested having at least 30 g/day, or two servings a week, to achieve this effect. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central […]

06/07/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Ginkgo biloba, resveratrol, and cacao beans scientifically proven to combat cognitive decline

As you age, there are plenty of things to worry about. You might find that you have to work harder to maintain your weight, more people your age are getting ill, and you might start noticing that any poor habits you’ve had start to catch up with you. One aspect of aging that can be particularly troubling, […]

06/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Do you get enough omega-6 fatty acids? Research finds they protect against premature death, cardiovascular disease

Live longer by adding omega-6 fatty acids to your diet. A study found that omega-6 fatty acids can help prevent premature death as well as cardiovascular disease. The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, discovered that the risk of premature death decreased as the linoleic acid level in the blood increased. Researchers […]

05/18/2018 / By Ralph Flores

1 avocado a day for 6 months can improve brain function in senior citizens: Study

There’s a lot to be said of the health benefits of avocados. They are an excellent source of healthy unsaturated fats, as well as omega-3 fatty acids. In older adults especially, the fruits increase lutein levels in the brain and eyes which significantly improves cognitive functions, a study in the journal Nutrients reported. The study, conducted […]

05/10/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eat more broccoli and Brussels sprouts for a healthier heart

Eating more cruciferous vegetables, especially broccoli and Brussels sprouts, makes the heart healthier, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The study likewise found that the consumption of these vegetables lessened carotid artery wall thickness among the elderly women who ate them. In conducting the study, researchers from the […]

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