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11/17/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Eating pasta made from oat powder is a delicious way to increase fiber intake
Pasta has earned a bad rap for being high in carbs and ruining many a diet. New research, however, suggests that oat powder could make this often maligned food source a little healthier. Fortifying pasta with high-fiber oat powder and drying it using a vacuum oven can improve its dietary fiber and cooking quality, researchers […]
11/17/2018
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By Ralph Flores
You really should be drinking more organic tea: They have more nutrients than conventional ones
Most people know that drinking tea is good for them — just one cup a day already has a lot of benefits. However, to make the most of your daily cuppa, research suggests going for the organic kind, which has more antioxidants than the regular tea. The study, which appeared in the journal Biological Agriculture & […]
11/14/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Thai black ginger prevents obesity-related skin disorders
Thai black ginger (Kaempferia parviflora) can improve obesity-related skin disorders, according to researchers from Japan. The study, published in the Journal of Natural Medicine, investigated whether Thai black ginger is effective in treating dermatopathy using an animal model. Obesity, defined as a condition that stems from an imbalance between energy intake and physical activity, can lead […]
11/10/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Why spirulina is the best nutritional supplement for people with Parkinson’s
Superfoods, by definition, are food items that are packed with compounds (such as fiber, antioxidants, or fatty acids) that are considered beneficial to human health. A lot of foods fit the bill, of course, but none quite as perfect as spirulina (Arthrospira platensis). It’s called the “miracle of the sea,” and for good reason: It’s a rich […]
11/06/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Adzuki beans, one of the more popular legumes in East Asia, has been studied to have potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects
It’s unfortunate that not a lot of people know of adzuki beans. These beans are native to East Asia, where people consider them to be an important legume. In those regions, the beans are used as a natural sweetener, thanks to its distinct sweet and rich flavor. However, it’s not the ability to act as sweetener […]
11/02/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Why every diabetic should eat more cinnamon
Diabetes is a condition that affects over 400 million people around the world. That’s already a major problem; however, its prevalence is still rising, especially in middle- and low-income countries. If the disease is left unchecked, the World Health Organization estimates that by 2030, it will be the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. Interestingly enough, […]
11/01/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Adding probiotics to your fruit salad is a delicious way to enjoy a nutrient-dense meal
If you swear by eating fruits, you’re in luck: According to researchers from Brazil, you can add probiotics to your fruit salad to make a delicious and nutrient-packed alternative to functional foods. In their study, published in Food Science and Technology, the team investigated the potential of fruit salads to be used as carriers of the […]
10/22/2018
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By Ralph Flores
The neuroprotective effects of green tea supplementation in intracerebral hemorrhage in rats
Research suggests that green tea (Camellia sinensis) has a neuroprotective effect against neuromotor deficits and reduces instances of lipid peroxidation and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production during intracerebral hemorrhage. The study was published in the journal Neuroscience International. To determine the efficacy of green tea, researchers used a rat model that was treated with intra-striatum collagenase infusion to […]
10/20/2018
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By Ralph Flores
How does virgin coconut oil improve your cholesterol levels?
Research led by scientists from Federal University in Nigeria has found that virgin coconut oil can improve lipid profile, based on animal studies. The study, which was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, investigated the effects of a diet supplemented with virgin coconut oil in vivo. Studies that validate the health benefits of virgin coconut oil are […]
10/15/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Buckthorn, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, found to protect against acute lung injury
Researchers have found an ingredient found in buckthorn that is capable of reducing acute lung injury, based on in vivo studies. Rhamnazin, a flavonoid found in the buckthorn plant, has already been known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, researchers from Changzhou Jintan District People’s Hospital in Jiangsu, China had also discovered that rhamnazin is also […]
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