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08/21/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Post-exercise chemicals found to inhibit the growth of breast cancer tumors

Regular exercise has numerous health benefits, including decreasing the risk of various diseases. One of these is breast cancer, the exact mechanism of which has been uncovered by researchers from the University of Copenhagen. Exercise that leads to elevated heart levels and heavy breathing stimulates the production of catecholamines, which in turn inhibits breast cancer […]

08/21/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Relieve migraine pain by balancing hormones with a healthy diet and exercise

The relationship between migraines and hormones is one that has led to many women receiving warnings against hormone therapy. Using oral contraceptives has long been believed to increase the risk of stroke among migraine sufferers. Yet according to a recent study from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI), that may not be necessarily be the case. […]

08/17/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Understanding cravings: Food preferences are linked to dietary needs; dopamine may play a role in what you choose to eat, research suggests

For the first time ever, researchers are understanding a nutrient-specific hunger mechanism in living organisms. Specifically, a team from John Hopkins University has pinpointed the neurons responsible for protein cravings in fruit flies – neurons that the team was able to turn on and off. As part of their study, the researchers deprived fruit flies of […]

08/13/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Why sleep is so important and some tips to help you get a restful night

A good night’s sleep isn’t just relaxing, it’s absolutely essential. Missing just an hour of sleep can do a serious number on your person. From impacting your appetite to potentially making you more accident prone, you have a lot to lose from the lack of sleep. Sleep, you, and the world The significance of sleep […]

08/09/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Choosing the best insulated active gear for women

Staying active while it’s cold out can be a challenge, especially for women. For the most part, the problem lies in there not being enough jackets that can pull off the double duty of staying breathable while still keeping you warm. Some companies have tossed their proverbial hats into the ring and put out jackets […]

07/18/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Which bread is right for you? Understanding the difference between whole grain, whole wheat, multigrain, and more

When it comes to bread, we’re pretty much spoiled for choice. A walk through the bread aisle of your local grocery will give you glimpse of all kinds of bread. From wholemeal to multigrain to sour dough, there’s simply too much for you to choose from. But which bread is the healthiest? Which one will […]

07/10/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Visual cues found to help people make better food choices

People who look after their well-being usually choose healthy foods over unhealthy ones, but how do you get other people to do the same? According to a team of investigators from Stony Brook University, the answer isn’t the nutritional profile of food: It’s all down to visual cues. “Improving the diets of less health-conscious individuals […]

06/13/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

An easy way to reduce arthritic knee symptoms is to lose weight

Dealing with arthritic knees can be taxing on anyone; fortunately, there’s a simple way to manage this condition. According to a 2005 study, published in Osteoarthritis and Cartilage, people suffering from aching knees can mitigate their symptoms by losing weight. To arrive at this conclusion, the research team carried out a randomized eight-week trial with […]

03/24/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Potatoes GOOD for diabetics? Study finds prebiotic from potatoes actually reduces insulin resistance

Diabetics and pre-diabetics are often told to avoid potatoes due to being relatively high on the glycemic index (GI). But, as a new study demonstrated, potatoes may actually be more beneficial than detrimental. MSPrebiotic, a natural, digestion-resistant starch made from potato (Solanum tuberosum) extract was found to have a positive impact on gut microbiota and […]

03/23/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Short term lemon honey juice fasting can be an effective way for healthy individuals to reduce BMI, fat levels in the blood

Lemon, honey, and fasting: For some people, these words will look anything but connected, but these three, when combined, have been touted to be effective for weight loss, alcoholic liver disorders, and many other health conditions. Their short-term effects on lipid profile and body composition, however, are less known. Researchers from the SDM College of Naturopathy […]

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