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09/02/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Antioxidant found in green tea could be the key to eliminating antibiotic resistant bacteria
A natural plant compound may hold the secret to eliminating antibiotic-resistant bacteria, suggested a study published in the Journal of Medical Microbiology. Researchers from the United Kingdom and Germany said that an antioxidant in green tea, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), helps restore the effectivity of medications used to treat bacterial infections. EGCG is a plant compound that is linked […]
08/30/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Iowa faces back-to-back blows to food crops thanks to derecho and worsening drought
Iowa farmers suffer back-to-back blows after a dramatic drought hits the state following the August 10 derecho. The U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM) reported that about 60 percent of Iowa is currently affected by drought while almost the entire state is dry. West-central Iowa is experiencing the most extreme drought among all divisions of the state. Precipitation levels […]
08/27/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Short-chain fatty acids: Gut health and SCFAs
Short-chain fatty acids, or SCFAs, are the main source of energy for the cells lining the colon. They play an important role in colon health and are also involved in the metabolism of important nutrients like carbs and fat. When boosting gut health, considering increasing SCFAs as it can help treat diseases of the gut such as inflammatory bowel diseases, […]
08/20/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Following a vegan diet promotes gut health and weight loss, lowers diabetes risk by 23%
A vegan diet high in complex carbohydrates can help you lose weight and lower your diabetes risk, according to a study from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine in Washington. The researchers said that changes to gut health caused by the diet may have to do with the improved outcomes. However, that further research is needed […]
08/19/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Study: Supplementation with curcumin offers benefits for patients with metabolic syndrome
A study published in the journal Diabetes and Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research and Review found that curcumin supplementation can help increase adiponectin levels. Adiponectin is said to help reduce the risk of cardiometabolic disease. According to researchers from the United Kingdom and Iran, people with metabolic syndrome and metabolic disorders can benefit from taking curcumin supplements regularly. Curcumin is the main […]
08/19/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Suffering from post-gym muscle pain? The solution probably isn’t a protein shake, suggest scientists
A study published in the Journal of Human Kinetics compared three different types of post-workout drinks and found that none is more effective than the other at enhancing muscle recovery. The three drinks in question are whey-protein shake, milk-based protein shake and carbohydrate drink. Researchers at the University of Lincoln said that proteins and carbohydrates are important for repairing muscle […]
08/18/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Low-carb diets confirmed to be beneficial for those with diabetes
A study published in the journal Diabetologia found that low-carb diet can help lower blood sugar levels and liver fat content. The researchers from Germany said that this can benefit people with Type 2 diabetes even if the diet does not result in weight loss. “Our study confirms the assumption that a diet with a reduced carbohydrate […]
08/17/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Fortifying bread with vitamin D can help prevent deficiencies, researchers find
A study published in the journal European Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that fortifying bread with vitamin D can help prevent 10 million new cases of vitamin D deficiency in the United Kingdom. The findings of the study demonstrate the need to reform current policies and incorporate a multi-disciplinary approach to address vitamin D deficiency. In the long run, fortifying bread with […]
08/14/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Improve your cancer protection by cooking broccoli the right way
Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable. It is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that can help prevent the development of various diseases. Researchers have touted the powerful disease-fighting properties of this vegetable. From reducing cancer risk to boosting immune health, broccoli can work wonders for your body. However, it is important to know that some of broccoli’s nutrients may get […]
08/14/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Analysis of bone collagen from Roman Britons reveal details about their diet and mortality rates
Remains of Roman Britons are known for their high nitrogen isotope ratios, which are linked to a sophisticated and abundant diet characterized mainly by seafood. But a study published in the journal Annals of Human Biology found that higher nitrogen isotope ratios, combined with carbon ratios and death rates, correspond to long periods of malnutrition and higher mortality risk. This looks […]
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