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03/09/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Moringa leaves show promise as a prebiotic with anti-obesity effects
A recent study by scientists from the Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in China revealed that a polysaccharide present in the moringa plant (Moringa oleifera) has potential applications as a prebiotic with anti-obesity properties. In their report, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, the team looked at MOs-2-a, a polysaccharide obtained from moringa leaves, and its […]
02/03/2022
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By Ralph Flores
Black walnuts found to suppress appetite and oxidative degradation of lipids
Researchers have found that adding black walnuts (Juglans nigra) to your breakfast not only helps you feel fuller, but also protects your cells from oxidative damage. In their report, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, the team explored the benefits of using black walnuts as a butter substitute. Consuming black walnuts increased satiety Black walnut trees […]
06/15/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Experts look at differences between Asian and American ginseng when it comes to treating metabolic disorders
Ginseng is a well-known herb, used in traditional medicine the world over. But it’s worth noting that “ginseng” refers to over 10 varieties of the man-shaped root of the Panax genus, the most popular being Asian ginseng (P. ginseng) and American ginseng (P. quinquefolius). Both American and Asian ginseng are known to boost immunity, regulate blood sugar levels and […]
01/24/2020
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By Ralph Flores
Study: Runners on vegan, lacto-ovo-vegetarian and omnivorous diets have similar exercise capacity
For athletes, training is just half the equation for winning the sport. The other half could very well be their diet, since eating the right foods can help improve their performance significantly. For the latter, going on the internet can be a minefield, with many health sites offering different (and sometimes even contradicting) thoughts on […]
12/12/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Researchers look at the ability of cordyceps to “burn” fat in the liver
Extracts from the medicinal mushroom Cordyceps militaris can potentially be used to prevent — even reverse — nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), one of the most prevalent forms of liver disease among American adults. In a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, researchers from South Korea investigated whether C. militaris can regulate lipogenesis in the liver. Lipogenesis […]
10/18/2019
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By Ralph Flores
3 Exercises are all you need to naturally boost your sex drive
Having an active lifestyle is important, especially for maintaining great overall health. According to the latest physical activity guidelines published by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), a person should have at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic exercises. It’s too bad that most Americans aren’t physically active. The HHS reports that only five […]
05/29/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Fructose can cause far more damage than glucose
Sugar is more complicated than it lets on. For one, the sweet-tasting carbohydrate is a paradox in itself: It’s found in nature – plants are great sources of it – but it’s also a risk factor in many chronic diseases, and as recent studies put it, a substance as damaging and addictive as alcohol. In […]
05/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Exercising regularly and consuming more protein can help prevent muscle loss due to aging, reveals study
A review led by researchers from Drexel University in Philadelphia looked at how dietary protein intake and regular exercise can reduce the risk of muscle loss in older adults. In their article, which was published in Nutrition Research, they compared current recommendations for dietary protein intake and exercise and proffered their suggestions to improve these, based on a […]
05/21/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Why Chinese cinnamon should be part of your weight loss plans
Cinnamon is more than a popular flavor in food and drink. It has been used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to treat various illnesses. These days, it’s also gaining interest as a weight loss booster – something that researchers from Dongguk University in South Korea investigated in their study. Their findings, which appeared in The […]
05/14/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Increased protein intake and regular exercise significantly lowers risk of sarcopenia
Researchers from Drexel University in Philadelphia have investigated the effects of dietary protein intake and exercise in reducing the risk of sarcopenia. Their findings were published in the journal Nutrition Research. In the review, researchers associated aging with sarcopenia, a progressive decline in mass and strength of the skeletal muscle. This can lead to morbidity, reduced quality […]
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