Diabetes can be a lifelong, debilitating illness if left untreated. From poor blood circulation to impaired healing, diabetes can cause a host of problems that can make life difficult for sufferers. There are also no accepted mainstream cures for diabetes, but this does not mean that the disease is a death sentence. Scientists agree that proper diet … Continue reading Diabetes prevention: What to eat and what to avoid
Functional foods are healthy, but why?
A recent article published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness discussed the potential of functional foods as a preventive or supplementary therapy for chronic or metabolic diseases. Numerous studies have found that functional foods promoting autophagy — a regulated mechanism that enables the removal of dysfunctional or unnecessary cell components — can prevent or treat chronic diseases, as well as support … Continue reading Functional foods are healthy, but why?
Pear necessities: 8 Health benefits of eating pears
The humble pear may not be as popular or as extensively studied as its close “cousin” the apple, but both fruits have a lot in common in terms of their nutrition profile and reported health benefits. In fact, Nathan O’Callaghan, a researcher at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO), found that pears offer a surprisingly good amount … Continue reading Pear necessities: 8 Health benefits of eating pears
Consuming alliums like onions and garlic found to lower colorectal cancer risk by 79 percent
Garlic and onions are a cook’s best friend. Besides the fact that they complement most dishes, these ingredients are staples in different cuisines because of their intense and unique tastes. But there’s another compelling reason to start eating more of these foods. In a recent study published in the Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology, Chinese researchers found that eating high amounts … Continue reading Consuming alliums like onions and garlic found to lower colorectal cancer risk by 79 percent
Drain your grain consumption: What you need to know about a grain-free diet
Grains make up a large chunk of most people’s diets, but more and more health enthusiasts are beginning to cut out this major food group for a number of reasons, including grain allergies and food intolerances. Health benefits of a grain-free diet Grain-free diets can come off as being too limited for most dieters, but … Continue reading Drain your grain consumption: What you need to know about a grain-free diet
The brain-boosting potential of tart cherry juice
A recent study by scientists from the University of Delaware (UD) has found that drinking cherry juice has beneficial effects on memory. Published in the journal Food & Nutrition, it demonstrated that drinking Montmorency tart cherry juice every day for 12 weeks improved cognitive function in adults aged 65 to 80. Tart cherry juice supplementation can improve cognitive performance in older adults Lead author Chai Sheau … Continue reading The brain-boosting potential of tart cherry juice
Saudi honey found to be a potent antibacterial against drug-resistant bacteria
Honey collected from different parts of the world have demonstrated powerful antibacterial properties in multiple studies. They have also proven themselves useful in reducing inflammation, accelerating wound debridement, and promoting other processes that lead to faster wound healing. Various kinds of honey have been tested on different types of wounds, such as infected wounds, burns … Continue reading Saudi honey found to be a potent antibacterial against drug-resistant bacteria
How can you keep anxiety at bay? Experts suggest consuming more of these nutrients
More and more studies are coming to light that show the impact of food on mental health, particularly mental disorders like anxiety. Registered dietitian and functional medicine practitioner Ali Miller says that eating certain foods can counteract the harmful effects of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders. Food can affect mental health Miller notes that humans’ primal fight-or-flight instinct isn’t suited for modern stressors like deadlines … Continue reading How can you keep anxiety at bay? Experts suggest consuming more of these nutrients
Proven home remedies: 10 Natural antibiotics you can find in your kitchen and home garden
Many people use over-the-counter (OTC) antibiotics to treat bacterial infections, but these medications often cause adverse effects. Fortunately, Nature provides powerful remedies that are just as effective as modern medicines but don’t come with unwanted side effects. Here are 10 natural antibiotics you can find in your own kitchen or grow in your home garden. (h/t to BioPrepper.com) Oregano oil Packed with natural … Continue reading Proven home remedies: 10 Natural antibiotics you can find in your kitchen and home garden
Molecular mechanism explained: How cilantro helps delay seizures common in epilepsy and other neurological disorders
Cilantro, one of the most popular kitchen herbs in the U.S., has been used in traditional medicine as an anticonvulsant for the treatment of unpredictable seizures common in neurological disorders like epilepsy. However, little is known about the molecular mechanisms behind the herb’s anticonvulsant effects. In a recent study published in the journal Federation of American Societies for … Continue reading Molecular mechanism explained: How cilantro helps delay seizures common in epilepsy and other neurological disorders
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