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News & Articles By Janine Acero
03/27/2019
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By Janine Acero
Probiotics and yogurt exhibit potential anti-schistosomal, hepatoprotective properties
Researchers from Saudi Arabia and Egypt evaluated the effects of probiotic or yogurt supplementation on oxidative stress and hepatic fibrosis in mice induced by the parasite Schistosoma mansoni. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Schistosomiasis is a parasitic infection caused by water-borne parasitic flatworms S. mansoni. Considerable morbidity, mortality, and economic loss […]
03/21/2019
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By Janine Acero
Healthy dietary patterns can help lower central obesity risk
Iranian researchers summarized available data regarding the association of a posteriori dietary patterns and central obesity in adults to determine whether a prudent dietary pattern is linked to a reduced risk of central obesity. This systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal Nutrition Research. Abdominal obesity, also known as central obesity, is a major component […]
02/11/2019
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By Janine Acero
Empty nutrition: How flavor technology led to a massive deterioration of food quality
We are told to “never choose style over substance,” and it appears that that same saying can be applied to food. Many people choose flavor over nutrition, sacrificing their health in the process. In his book, The Dorito Effect: The Surprising New Truth About Food and Flavor, award-winning journalist and author, Mark Schatzker, asks “Why does […]
12/02/2018
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By Janine Acero
People with heart disease can substantially reduce their risk of dying prematurely by closely adhering to the Mediterranean diet
The Mediterranean diet is known to reduce the risk of developing stroke and heart disease. These benefits come mainly from the healthy fats, dietary fiber, and beneficial plant compounds found in this diet. But can it also help people who already suffer from heart disease? Results from a study presented at the European Society of Cardiologists Society Congress show […]
11/21/2018
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By Janine Acero
Agave and gut health: Research finds freeze dried stems are an effective prebiotic
The agave plant (Agave salmiana) has potential prebiotic benefits, according to a study published in the journal LWT – Food Science and Technology. The Mexican plant is found to contain fructooligosaccharides, a prebiotic sugar that can be food for the beneficial bacteria in our gut called probiotics, which in turn provide us with a plethora […]
10/24/2018
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By Janine Acero
Organic soil amendments enhance soil nutrient availability
A study published in the journal Biological Agriculture & Horticulture assessed the effect of plant- and animal-based soil amendments on soil nutrient availability, soil respiration, crop yield, and phytochemical content on globe artichoke (Cynara cardunculus) heads. Researchers used four certified organic fertilizers as experimental treatments. Alfalfa meal Blood meal Chicken manure Fish meal Researchers assessed and compared the soil […]
06/29/2018
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By Janine Acero
Dark chocolate is good for fighting metabolic syndrome, unless you stress about it
Consumption of dark chocolate has been associated with the decrease in risk of cardiometabolic problems. However, a team of researchers found that the efficacy of dark chocolate in this regard may be significantly affected by levels of anxiety. The following study, which was published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism, aimed to examine the association between […]
06/24/2018
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By Janine Acero
The health benefits of eating seaweed: 8 reasons to eat the “most nutritious vegetable in the world”
Dubbed “the most nutritious vegetable in the world” by British celebrity chef and restaurateur Jamie Oliver, seaweed has quickly gained mainstream attention as the “health food” of the year, with its high nutritional value. It’s even said to be a major factor in the long life expectancy of Japanese people. Seaweeds are classified according to […]
05/20/2018
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By Janine Acero
The top 11 foods you should stop eating to avoid inflammation – UPDATE – correction
Editor’s note: After a review of this article, I’ve decided the information it presents from a book by a cardiac surgeon contradicts the well-documented health benefits of whole foods. Some of the foods originally listed here are very healthy, especially when consumed as organics. The original article relied on a doctor’s claim that “lectins” may […]
05/14/2018
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By Janine Acero
Strawberries are the most pesticide-ridden crop you can eat
Eating fruits and vegetables is vital for overall health, but what if every juicy bite contains a cocktail of toxic pesticides? The Environmental Working Group (EWG) analyzed samples of conventionally grown produce tested by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and found that nearly 70 percent were contaminated with pesticide residues. The USDA detected a total of 230 different pesticides and […]
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