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11/30/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Emulsifiers added to food may be causing cancer, new study finds
Emulsifiers, food additives that are used to extend shelf life and create a better food texture, may be causing colon cancer and colorectal cancer, according to a study published in the journal Cancer Research. For the study, researchers in at the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University fed mice with polysorbate 80 and […]
11/30/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Nitrates found in cured and processed meats increase the risk for mania
Research published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry has shown that nitrates, which are chemicals used to cure meats like beef jerky, hot dogs, salami, and other processed meats, increase the risk of mania. Mania is an abnormal state of mood characterized by hyperactivity, euphoria, and insomnia. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine analyzed […]
11/29/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Put down the salt: Systematic review proves that too much sodium can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease
Arterial stiffness, a primary risk factor of cardiovascular disease, can occur due to high consumption of salt. In a review published in the Journal of Hypertension, researchers confirmed that limiting sodium, or salt, intake can reduce the stiffening of the arteries. The review, carried out by researchers from Federico II University of Naples Medical School […]
11/29/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Certain symptoms of knee osteoarthritis can be reduced with Thai black ginger
People who regularly suffer from the effects of knee osteoporosis might want to give Thai black ginger (Kaempferia parviflora) a shot for relief. In a study published in the Journal of Natural Medicines, scientists found that this type of ginger has been found to reduce the symptoms of knee osteoarthritis. Thai black ginger is a plant native […]
11/29/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Red peppers help reduce inflammation
Research has found that red peppers, particularly the Capsicum baccatum species, contain bioactive compounds that may be used to fight inflammation and treat inflammatory-related diseases. The study, published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, assessed the anti-inflammatory effects of red pepper extracts using both laboratory testing and clinical trials. Researchers at the Federal University of […]
11/26/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Long-term cooking with charcoal or coal linked to an increased risk of death
People who use solid fuels for cooking, such as coal, wood, or charcoal, may have an increased chance of dying from cardiovascular disease. This suggestion comes from the study presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2018 by researchers from the University of Oxford in the U.K. In the study, the researchers looked at […]
11/25/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Study confirms the powerful antioxidant potential of African lettuce
African lettuce (Launaea taraxacifolia) has been used to treat dyslipidemia and liver diseases, both of which are associated with oxidative stress. A study published in the Journal of Natural Science, Biology and Medicine has suggested that the leaf extract of African lettuce can potentially be used as a therapeutic agent in preventing diseases associated with […]
11/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Researchers: Dark chocolate enhances cognitive function
Research has shown that dark chocolate can enhance cognitive function. The study, which was published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements, looked at the effect of consumption of dark chocolate on monosodium glutamate-treated obese mice. Researchers at the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences in India orally gave obese mice a dose of 400 […]
11/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Saffron can enhance performance in athletes
Supplementing with saffron (Crocus sativus) can boost athletic performance and recovery, according to a study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements. The study looked at the potential enhancing effect of saffron on physical performance, stamina, and recovery. Saffron is rich in carotenoids and has many health benefits. For the study, researchers at the University […]
11/21/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The anti-diabetic potential of green amaranth
Green amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus) is used in folk medicine in southern India as a treatment for diabetes. A study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements confirmed its anti-diabetic potential. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from Al Shifa College of Pharmacy in India who looked at the effects of the leaf […]
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