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News & Articles By Virgilio Marin
08/13/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Orange peels may help boost heart health by modifying gut microbiota
Scientists are looking at how orange peels can potentially boost heart health by modifying gut bacteria. Yu Wang of the University of Florida is leading research on orange peels through a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Agriculture and Food Research Initiative. Although the study is ongoing, Wang and her colleagues previously conducted preliminary research that tested the […]
08/12/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Drink your worries away? Researchers look into resveratrol as a means to reduce depression and anxiety
A study published in the journal Neuropharmacology found that plant-based compound resveratrol can potentially lower depression and anxiety. This is because resveratrol inhibits enzyme expression of phosphodiesterase 4 or PDE4, which is linked to depression and anxiety. Current antidepressants focus on other components of the brain such as serotonin. But only one-third of patients with depression enter full remission using these […]
08/11/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Egg nutrition facts: How many calories are in an egg?
Eggs are one of the most misunderstood foods because of their cholesterol content. But according to experts, eggs are actually nutritious and can be a good source of energy to boost your day. Eggs contain important nutrients that are linked to many health benefits. They are also a versatile ingredient and a breakfast staple in many […]
08/10/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Better than meds: Study finds cabbage juice contains compounds that promote stomach health and treat peptic ulcers
Research by Dr. Garnett Cheney of Stanford University School of Medicine shows that treating peptic ulcers with cabbage juice promotes faster healing than conventional medical treatments. As early as 1950, Cheney has been conducting studies on cabbage juice to explore its potential as a natural treatment for peptic ulcers. He discovered that a certain compound in cabbage, which he dubbed […]
08/10/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Eating healthy nuts twice a week helps boost heart health and lowers heart attack risk: Study
A recent study has found that consuming nuts at least two times a week is linked to a 17 percent reduced risk of death from cardiovascular disease. Heart disease is the leading cause of death not just in the United States but worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 647,000 Americans die from heart […]
08/07/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Say no to raw fish: Eating raw or undercooked fish can expose consumers to antibiotic-resistant superbugs
Raw or undercooked fish may lead to infections caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or superbugs, suggests a study published in Aquatic Mammals. Researchers swabbed dolphins and found a surge in antibiotic resistance among bacteria isolates. Although dolphins are rarely eaten, they are a good indicator of the rest of life at sea that ends up as food. “In 2009, we […]
08/05/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
What is keto coffee and can it really help you reduce weight?
There is a new craze in diet town and it’s called keto coffee. Mixed with butter and medium-chain triglyceride (MCT), keto coffee follows the principle of the ketogenic diet. The ketogenic or keto diet is a high-fat, low-carb, moderate-protein diet. It is based on the idea that by depriving the body of carbohydrates, you can force your body […]
08/05/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria may be hiding in some leafy greens, warn researchers
A study presented at the American Society for Microbiology conference has warned that plant foods can carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or superbugs. In particular, hard-to-wash vegetables such as lettuce may be hiding these microorganisms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 20 percent of the two million annual superbug infections are linked to […]
08/04/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Apple juice, milk or water? Study suggests an interesting link between blood sugar response and cognitive performance
A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that blood sugar response plays a role in cognitive performance after researchers gave apple juice, milk and water to participants. Milk, in particular, displayed an interesting effect, suggesting that drinking it at a particular time may potentially yield better brain function. “If findings replicate, they will inform […]
08/04/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Consuming more strawberries may help lower Alzheimer’s risk among the elderly
A study published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition found that a diet rich in vitamin C, anthocyanidin and flavonoid – nutrients plenty in strawberries – can help reduce Alzheimer’s disease among older people. The researchers from the Rush University Medical Center and Rush Insitute for Health Aging said that participants who ate strawberries more than once a week […]
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