Food and Health
Rice Selection – Which Is The Best?
Tue, Aug 13, 19 Admin Editor
Written By Yogesh Gupta / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Everyone who is interested in diet and bodybuilding topics certainly knows one of the most classic dishes in the world is chicken with rice. This is something that you can't escape when you want a meal with the right amount of protein. Of course, white rice is the most easily available, however, it is worth familiarizing yourself with other varieties of this plant because it can give you an interesting alternative to a standard dinner. White Rice Vs. Brown When it comes to choosing rice, there is usually a question between...
7 Facts About The Effects Of Carica Papaya On Your Body
Mon, Aug 05, 19 Kenneth Melicado
Written By Scott Matthews / Reviewed By Ray Spotts It’s not easy to find someone putting papaya in a grocery cart. Most people don’t like it simply because it does not please the palette like other fruits such as oranges, bananas, apples, grapes and berries to name a few. Papaya may not be the most delicious fruit around but it is packed with lots of nutrients that will definitely have an impact on your body. Papaya is a tropical fruit that has a yellow-orange color. The fruit belongs to the family Caricaceae. The fruit is round and plump and it...
Food News: Can Eating Blueberries Every Day Improve Heart Health?
Fri, Jun 14, 19 Admin Editor
Eating 150 grams of blueberries daily reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 15 percent, says research led by the University of East Anglia. The study was in collaboration with colleagues from Harvard and across the UK and published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The research team from UEA's Department of Nutrition and Preventive Medicine, Norwich Medical School, say that blueberries and other berries should be included in dietary strategies to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease - particularly among at-risk groups. Researchers wanted to see if eating blueberries had any effect on metabolic syndrome - which...
Hunger Of Seniors An Area Of Concern
Sat, May 25, 19 Kenneth Melicado
Written By Serene Hitchcock / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Food insecurity remains a serious problem for many older adults. The number of seniors facing the threat of hunger is steadily growing in the United States. Food insecurity occurs when people lack access to food or go hungry due to poverty or other challenges. Social issues such as hunger, inadequate housing, social isolation and poverty are linked to poor health, especially as we age. When healthcare systems and community organizations coordinate with each other, they are better able to help us address these concerns individually and as a society. In a...
The Positive Effects Of Matcha Tea You Didn’t Know About
Wed, Apr 17, 19 Admin Editor
Written By Tim Shanley / Reviewed By Ray Spotts The origins of Matcha can be traced back almost a thousand years to a Japanese monk studying Buddhism in China. His name was Eisai, and he brought back to Japan tea seeds and the methods to prepare Matcha. Today, Matcha is on everyone’s lips. You may know that drinking tea made from this vibrant powder is healthy. However, there may be some positive effects that you still don’t know about. Check out the list below to learn something new about this truly special drink. Anti-Aging Properties Matcha may not be a...
How Can Frozen Fruits And Vegetables Make You Healthier And Save On Grocery Costs?
Thu, Mar 14, 19 Kenneth Melicado
Written By Jennifer Trent / Reviewed By Ray Spotts "Fresh is best" is a motto for many health buffs, but recent research indicates that in some cases, frozen fruit has a higher health quotient. This is the case for fruits like blueberries; one study by researchers at South Dakota University has found that freezing blueberries boosts the bioavailability of anthocyanins - powerful antioxidants that offer anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and anti-cancer benefits. Blueberries aren’t the only produce that benefits from being frozen soon after picking. Anthocyanins are just one of many antioxidants that can be preserved in optimal state by simply freezing produce. When...
Improve Blood Lipid Profile With Camelina Oil
Fri, Feb 22, 19 Kenneth Melicado
A lesser known oil has been found to improve the overall makeup of the blood. While oils such as chamomile, lavender, avocado, and tea tree are more commonly known with many who have a penchant for using oils, camelina oil is the impressive oil that manages this feat. The study looked at how lipids from fish, camelina oil and the presence of inflammation acted together. Due to the fatty acids that are present in the oil, it made quite the difference in the good cholesterol versus the bad cholesterol that can be seen and tested in the blood. Over 70...
Link Between Eating Vegetables And Slower Rate Of Brain Aging
Sat, Feb 09, 19 Admin Editor
Written By Serene Hitchcock / Reviewed By Ray Spotts At least one serving of green, leafy vegetables per day slows the decline rate on tests of memory and thinking skills compared to those who rarely eat vegetables, says a study by Rush University Medical Center – Chicago. The study also revealed 11 years of difference between the two types of consumers. The author, Martha Clare Morris, said that an additional daily serving of green, leafy vegetables in your diet can be a simple way to foster your brain health. It is an effective strategy to prevent dementia in the old...
Food Labels And Their Effects On Consumption And Product Formulation
Fri, Feb 08, 19 Admin Editor
A recent Food-PRICE systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional studies - led by researchers from the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University and published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine – has assessed the effectiveness of multiple types of food labels. The researchers found that these approaches can impact some targets, but not others, for both consumer and industry behavior. Over the past two decades, labels such as the U.S. Nutrition Facts Panel on packaged foods, calorie counts on national restaurant menus, front-of-pack labels encouraging healthier eating, and “low-sodium” or “fat-free” identifiers have been developed in order to promote...
Knowing The Carbon Footprint Of Your Food Choices
Fri, Jan 25, 19 Admin Editor
Written By Lisa S. Jones / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Climate change is a well-debated topic these days and with that in mind, many shoppers underestimate the difference their food choices make to the so-called climate change they attribute to other factors out of their control. They would actually favor items with lower carbon footprints if given clear information on the label, according to recent research from the University of Technology Sydney and Duke University. Food production boasts between 19 and 29 percent of global greenhouse gas emission today with lamb and beef being two of the biggest contributors. A...
Foods To Keep You Healthy As You Age
Fri, Jan 18, 19 Admin Editor
Written By Jane Byrne / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Anti-aging food products always help people look younger, delay the effects of aging, and help to improve skin elasticity and eliminate wrinkles. Anti-aging foods are rich in selenium and powerful antioxidants such as vitamins C and E. Jane Byrne - who is in charge of nutrition at FirstCare - explains why diet is so important, particularly in the elderly population. “A healthy diet can help you feel better and fend off illnesses for longer at any age, but it’s particularly important for our elderly patients who need the extra nutritional support....
Fruit And Vegetable News: Can An Orange A Day Keeps Macular Degeneration Away?
Sat, Dec 29, 18 Admin Editor
A new study has shown that people who regularly eat oranges are less likely to develop macular degeneration than people who do not eat oranges. Researchers at the Westmead Institute for Medical Research interviewed more than 2,000 Australian adults aged over 50 and followed them over a 15-year period. The research showed that people who ate at least one serving of oranges every day had more than a 60 percent reduced risk of developing late macular degeneration 15 years later. Lead Researcher Associate Professor Bamini Gopinath from the University of Sydney said the data showed that flavonoids in oranges appear...
The Positive Components Of Butternut Squash Seed Oil
Thu, Dec 13, 18 Admin Editor
Written By Serene Hitchcock / Reviewed By Ray Spotts So many of the fruits and vegetables that we enjoy on a daily basis have a whole host of benefits that we aren't even aware of. Oftentimes, the benefits associated with these entities are fully grounded in other parts of the produce or plant, say the seed or the rind. In this case, we'll be exploring the many ways that butternut squash seed oil is effective. There are the standards – olive oil, avocado oil and coconut oil - that many people cook with on a semi-regular basis. While those oils...
Composting May Prompt People To Embrace Other Eco-Friendly Choices
Thu, Dec 06, 18 Admin Editor
Written By Serene Hitchcock / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Composting food waste could propel people to accept other earth-friendly options. According to a recent study led by Nicole Sintov, assistant professor at Ohio State University, when a city in California adopted a composting scheme to keep food scraps out of its landfill, the residents started paying more attention to other eco-friendly behaviors such as taking shorter showers. Sintov, formerly of the University of Southern California, disclosed that in this research, a pro-environment change seemed to lead to more benefits which could be important to know as city officials consider conservation...
Fun Facts About Cranberries For Thanksgiving
Tue, Nov 20, 18 Admin Editor
Written By Lisa S. Jones / Reviewed By Ray Spotts Everyone loves Thanksgiving and we can also attest to the fact that it would not be the same without cranberries - can I get a witness! However, how many of us know about these tart berries? On the Sustainable, Secure Food blog there are loads of cranberry facts. Cranberry is an example of a plant in the process of domestication, according to research scientist Kevin Kosola. The Native Americans enjoyed cranberries in wide varieties as medication as well as food. Cranberries are still found in sphagnum bogs throughout the U.S....
Health News: Rethinking A Healthy Diet
Fri, Nov 16, 18 Kenneth Melicado
Two to three decades ago recommendations for a high-quality diet to avoid cardiovascular disease were developed in high-income countries and they didn’t consider other parts of the world or how diets have changed. Scientists with the Population Health Research Institute of McMaster University and Hamilton Health Sciences are using research from several large global studies to develop an updated, international approach of identifying a healthy diet. “A high-quality diet associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and death has higher amounts of fruit, vegetables, nuts, legumes, fish, dairy and meats,” says co-principal investigator Andrew Mente, a researcher of PHRI...
Dietary Fiber, Aging And Brain Health
Sat, Nov 03, 18 Admin Editor
Every function of the body seems to slow down when we age - and the brain is no different. Aging also causes a reduction in brain function because the microglia, which is the immune cells in the brain, produce harmful chemicals whenever they become inflamed. These chemicals then go on to cause harm to the brain health which leads to memory loss and other poor functions of the brain. To combat this problem, researchers have found out that the butyrate from the fiber can make all the difference as it contains anti-inflammatory qualities to stop the activities of the microglia....
The Wonderful Ways To Use Shea Butter
Wed, Oct 24, 18 Admin Editor
Shea butter isn't likely something you haven't heard of before. By in large, it is one of the most popular entities we have discussed. It has a number of different functions all tying to its amazingly vast and helpful properties. Considered a skin superfood, the butter that is extracted from shea seeds has exceptional uses. Full of vitamins A, E and F, the butter provides skin with essential fatty acids that it so desperately needs. Here are all the reasons why shea butter is an absolute godsend for your skin. Moisturizing One of the simplest attributes of shea butter is...
Easy Holiday Eating Tips To Prevent Overdoing It
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
The holidays are upon us - and while that means time off work, enjoying family and friends, as well as cozy weather and gift giving - it also means super scrumptious foods. All of the best, most delicious dishes make their rounds during the holiday season - as do all the decadent and savory, sweet treats. While enjoying yourself should be a priority this holiday season, it's really easy to overdo it when it comes to food. The holidays can be really tricky for anyone who wants to watch the foods they eat and the amount of calories they consume....
Heath Benefits Of Rice Bran Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
It can sometimes be increasingly difficult to keep track of which oils and fats actually work well in your body and which don't. Contrary to what we've been told throughout the years, fats are essential to our health and a necessary part of our diet. The tricky part comes when we don't eat the right kinds of fats and we run the risk of damaging our health. Here are some important ways in which rice bran oil can benefit internal health. Neutral Tasting One of the most important aspects of a healthy type of oil that needs to be explored...
How Apple Seed Oil Benefits The Skin
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Kenneth Melicado
When it comes to your skin and the oils that are best for it, you actually have quite a few choices. While there are a ton of oils that can be used for a myriad of reasons on your face, there are some that may give you more deliberate and definitive results. If you are searching for a natural, light oil that will help your skin remain radiant, soft, and tackle blemishes, then apple seed oil is one you'll want to try. Even if you are the type of person that suffers from sensitive skin, this oil won't cause your...
New Study Shows Benefits Of Walnuts To Gut Health
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
One of the most misunderstood aspects of health is that of the gut and digestive system. Digestive issues are downright ubiquitous; they can be caused by many different things and they can also lead to additional health troubles and concerns. In a new study conducted at Louisiana State University, it was found that walnuts can actually positively contribute to the health of the gut by increasing good bacteria. Walnuts have been dubbed a superfood because of their compositional makeup. They are full of necessary, beneficial components such as alpha-linoleic acid, omega-3 fatty acids and fiber. The nut also contains one...
Impressive Benefits Of Olives And Olive Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Kenneth Melicado
A specific study was conducted at Virginia Tech University regarding the intrinsic health benefits of both olives and the oil derived from them. There has been long-standing beliefs that olives and olive oil are amazing for the heart and various other aspects of health. The Mediterranean diet regards it as a staple and as such, many people in that region taut its praises and supreme abilities. But little is known on why and how this fruit and oil is so effective. The biochemical interactions of the compounds within the fruit itself give way to why it's such a wonderful option....
The Benefits Of Beetroot Juice
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Several recent findings from various research studies - have come to light concerning the health effects of beets. Drinking a beetroot juice supplement before working out makes the brain of older adults perform more efficiently, mirroring the operations of a younger brain, according to one recent study by scientists at Wake Forest University. We knew going in that a number of studies had shown that exercise has positive effects on the brain, said W. Jack Rejeski, study co-author and Thurman D. Kitchin Professor and Director of the Behavioral Medicine Laboratory in the Department of Health & Exercise Science. But what...
What's So Great About Date Seed Oil?
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Many people are familiar with the fruit called date. Despite it being very high in sugar, it has many other benefits that are well regarded. It is a rich source of minerals and vitamins. What's so great about the compositional makeup of this fruit is that its oil, which comes specifically from a date seed, carries those positive properties and then some. Used in this way for generations in the Middle East, the benefit of date seed oil is making its way to other parts of the world and we have the reasons you should try it! Protein Filled While...
The Many Benefits Of Black Seed Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Often referred to as black cumin, black seed oil is defined as an annual flowering plant of the Ranunculaceae family and is native to south and southwest Asia. Also known as nigella sativa or kalonji, this black caraway fruit is made up of three to seven united follicles that each contain many seeds that are used as a spice or as a replacement for black cumin. The seeds used as a spice in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines taste like a combination of oregano, onions and black pepper with a pungent smell and bitter taste. These seeds are used to...
Study Suggests Tomatoes May Help Prevent Cancer
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
A study conducted on mice has found that consuming dried tomato reduces skin cancer tumors by half. The study has exciting potential implications for cancer prevention in humans. Skin cancer is one of the most common forms in the United States. The American Cancer Society reports that there are more cases of non-melanoma skin cancer each year than the number of breast, prostate, colon, and lung cancers combined. While non-melanoma skin cancer is not often deadly, it brings pain, expense, and in some cases disfigurement. It is little wonder that scientists have been researching ways to combat it. A new...
Health Benefits Of Niger Seed Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Kenneth Melicado
Niger seed oil has impressive health benefits associated with its use. Indigenous to Malawi, Ethiopia and India, it is derived from an herb that goes by many different names, one being black seed. The extraction process is typically done in a varied manner that deals specifically with high heat. Filled with fatty acids and linoleic acid the oil is very close to sunflower oil in composition and look. There are specific ways in which niger seed oil can be used to the betterment of your health. Here's how. A Sleep Aid When you don't get the proper amount of sleep...
Green Tea: The Secret Antidote To Impaired Memory And Obesity?
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
One of the most common suggestions for a fortifying, healthy beverage is often green tea. So many praise its nutritional benefits, why it is superior to coffee, and its various functions. There is so much said about green tea that a group of researchers had questions they wanted answered - very specific questions regarding brain insulin resistance and the issues that can sometimes result in its presence. The study looked at how mice responded to a specific component within green tea called catechin, which can provide a counter experience to a certain type of cognitive impairment. Green tea is the...
Antioxidants In Blueberries Improve Brain Function In Older Individuals
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
The benefits of blueberries have been proclaimed for quite some time. They are on every list of the most powerfully rich antioxidant foods and the berries are easy to incorporate into a well-balanced diet. In a recent study, it was shown that the juice within the berry can help a specific issue that many older people begin to face: cognitive impairment. For healthy individuals between the ages of 65 and 77, drinking concentrated blueberry juice at least once a day can help to improve memory and cognitive function. This is due to the berrys flavonoid capacity, which has anti-inflammatory properties...
Brazil Nut Oil Benefits The Skin
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Brazil nuts are incredibly rich in nutrients and can be incorporated into a healthy diet easily. Due to the size of the nuts, a few go a long way as a great source of fiber and will help you to feel full for a longer period of time. However, consuming this nut isn't what we're going to explore today. As is the case with many different varieties in the nut family, brazil nuts come in oil form. While brazil nut oil can be used in a whole host of ways, the way that it improves your skin should be highlighted....
Tongue Function: Keeping Tastes Straight
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
The tongue has an amazing and wonderful job. Not only does it allow us to articulate our speech and regulate our saliva, but it is the foremost entity in our pleasurable eating experience. How our tongue and the taste buds therein differentiate between a multitude of tastes and textures every single time we eat something is pretty remarkable. The complexity of the tongue and how it identifies tastes was recently studied at Columbia University Medical Center. It was found that the tongue, along with taste buds, uses specific molecules to help it communicate with the brain in order to identify...
What Is A Dika Nut?
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
One of the more unique and unknown oils comes from a nut or seed just as commonly unheard of. This unfamiliar nut is called a dika nut. It is most commonly referred to as African mango seed. The reason it's called dika in certain circumstances is that the seeds that come from African mangos actually go by many different names, depending on region, common practice and so on. This seed is incredibly beneficial for many different ailments and is such a cultural staple in certain parts of the world that it is used as a common ingredient in stews and...
Is Curcumin All Hype?
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Kenneth Melicado
For years, curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, has been heralded as an impressive and impacting entity that has tremendous health benefits. However, a recent study published by the American Chemical Society found that its benefits may be much less than what was previously believed. The evidence found within the study actually makes staunch counter claims regarding the benefits and abilities of curcumin. So what is the truth? Does this natural mineral really do what so many claim? While it's hard to disprove personal results and increased health, this study challenges those notions and contemplates an alternative. Curcumin has been...
Recent Studies Shed Light On Benefits Of Vitamin D
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
A recent study led by Queen Mary University of London provides the most evidence yet that vitamin D has benefits beyond bone and muscle health, and could have major implications for public health policy, including the fortification of foods with vitamin D to tackle high levels of deficiency. The study was conducted by a consortium of 25 investigators from 21 institutions worldwide and funded by the National Institute for Health Research. The results, published inTheBMJ, are based on a new analysis of raw data from around 11,000 participants in 25 clinical trials conducted in 14 countries including the United Kingdom,...
Positive Properties Of Pistachio Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
When it comes to nut oils, many others come to mind before the oil of pistachio such as macadamia and peanut. However, just because pistachio oil isn't used as readily doesn't mean it's not an oil that should definitely be explored and considered. This oil is a great option when you want an oil that is nutrient rich and dense with healthy properties. It can be used both internally and externally. Here are the ways in which the oil can really be beneficial. Prevents Diabetes One of the biggest health concerns in this country is diabetes. With so many having...
Plant-Grafted Seedless Watermelons Resist Disease
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Researchers at the University of Florida succeeded in using plant grafting to grow seedless watermelons that are more resistant to many soil-borne diseases, even as they retain the fruit quality and flavor. The research will lead to future studies that ensure the fruit will remain resistant in areas of high disease pressure. Who doesnt love a juicy watermelon on a hot summer day? Florida is one of the countrys top producers of watermelons, and its business has received a major boon from the research of Xin Zhao, a University of Florida Institute of Agricultural Sciences associate professor. Zhao and her...
Salt Consumption Control
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
A global initiative has recently been introduced calling for a National Salt Reduction as a cost-effective way to prevent the problem of cardiovascular disease that is plaguing many parts of the world. This government-supported policy seeks to provide actionable steps so that salt consumption is diminished thus improving overall health and increasing the amount of healthy years for many. It is estimated that based on even a small 10 percent reduction of the intake of salt over the course of 10 years would yield something close to saving the lives of over six million individuals. The policy claims that the...
The Benefits Of Walnut Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
The walnut isn't as readily consumed because some don't necessarily want to deal with the hard shell in order to eat the nut. However, there is an alternative way to consume these healthy, high in omega 3 fatty acid nuts. Not only is the consumption of this nut advised, but the oil form can also be used in a whole host of ways. Here are some of the top reasons why walnut oil should definitely be a nut oil worth having on hand. Fights Wrinkles Signs of aging can be incredibly difficult to deal with. It can make one self-conscious...
Broccoli Compound May Help Diabetes Patients, Study Finds
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
A new study in the journal Science Translational Medicine suggests that those who suffer from type 2 diabetes might be able to manage their blood sugar levels with the aid of concentrated broccoli sprout extract. The majority of diabetics suffer from type 2 diabetes. While the five to 10 percent of diabetics with type 1 cannot produce insulin - because their immune system destroys the cells that produce it - the remainder of diabetics with type 2 lack sufficient insulin or cannot use the insulin in their bodies effectively. More than 300 million people in the world suffer from type...
Nutrition In The News: Link Between Rice And CO2 Levels
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Ray Spotts
Increased carbon dioxide in the atmosphere will reduce the nutritional value of rice, according to an international research team that analyzed rice samples from field experiments started by a University of Tokyo professor. Specifically, iron, zinc, protein, and vitamins B1, B2, B5, and B9 were reduced in rice grown under higher carbon dioxide concentrations expected in the second half of this century - 568 to 590 parts per million. "Rice is not just a major source of calories, but also proteins and vitamins for many people in developing countries and for poorer communities within developed countries," said Professor Kazuhiko Kobayashi...
Pecans Improve Cardio-Metabolic Health Markers In Overweight Adults
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Ray Spotts
A new study, conducted by researchers from Tufts University and published in the scientific journal Nutrients, reports that eating a few pecans daily for a month improved some markers of cardio-metabolic disease risk, and insulin sensitivity, in a group of obese adults having excess abdominal fat. While previous studies on pecans concentrated on blood lipid changes, this is the first research to examine those markers associated with cardio-metabolic health. Cardio-metabolic risk is relatively a new term used to describe the possibilities of developing cardiovascular and sundry metabolic diseases, as well as type-2 diabetes and also metabolic syndrome. These conditions are...
Modeling Good Eating Behavior Will Positively Influence Your Children
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Ray Spotts
Modeling healthy eating habits can be the difference between dealing with picky eaters and having well-adjusted, easy eaters on your hands. It's common for children, especially when they are babies, to make faces or to be unsure of new foods that are introduced to them. Whether it's a taste, texture or downright unfamiliarity, a baby or toddlers reaction to new foods is going to run the gamut. Kansas State University professor Richard Rosenkranz, who specializes in food, nutrition, dietetics and health, says that children actually get used to the presence of vegetables in the womb. This means that if pregnant...
The Link Between Food Waste And Diet Quality
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Did you know that Americans waste nearly a pound of food per person each day? The exact amount of food we trash differs by how healthy your diet is, says a recent University of Vermont co-authored national study published in PLOS ONE. Between 2007 and 2014, U.S. consumers wasted nearly 150,000 tons of food per day - or nearly a pound of food per person each day. Researchers estimate that food waste corresponded with the use of 30 million acres of land annually and 4.2 trillion gallons of irrigation water each year. The amount of wasted food equals roughly 30 percent...
Food Cues Tempt Your Taste Buds To Overeat
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Hungry customers are easily enticed to eat at fast-food restaurants by the glittering menu signs showing delicious food pictures and the mouthwatering aroma of crispy French fries and juicy burgers. A new study at the University of Michigan has established that food-related cues from fast-food restaurants stimulate brain activities and reactions, and can goad some patrons to gorge as a result of their induced hunger and food cravings. According to Michelle Joyner, a psychology graduate student at the University and the study's lead researcher, these food cues could really only make people crave more food, without any effect on their...
Parents Want Better Food Labeling In Schools
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Food allergies affect nearly six million children in the U.S. Up to two students in every classroom may be allergic to common foods like peanuts or milk. A recent survey reports that one in five parents did not feel that their child with a food allergy was safe while at school. The survey was published in BMC Pediatrics. While most of the 289 parents reported that their child's school had implemented at least one food allergy policy, they felt that more could be done. Nearly 95 percent of the parents surveyed wanted stock epinephrine to be available in school so that...
The Powerful Abilities Of Linseed Oil
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
A healthy and multifaceted oil derived from nutritious and health-enriching flaxseed is also known as linseed oil. It has a whole host of benefits that help to increase your internal health and vitality. We've recently been talking about different types of oils and their intrinsic health benefits, as well as their ability to change and improve certain external elements like skin or hair. Linseed oil is no different, with a bit more of an impact on the internal side of things. Here are some of the most impressive and imperative ways in which linseed oil can be used. Helps Weight...
Passiflora Edulis Or Passion Fruit: It's Impressive Qualities
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
Many people typically understand the importance of a healthy diet. For those who are trying to improve their lifestyle via their diet, they often hear that incorporating fruits and vegetables into their eating plan, and specific forms of clean eating, are the most advantageous for their health. This is no surprise as things that come from the earth often have enormous health-transforming qualities. This is definitely the case with passion fruit, otherwise known as passiflora edulis. Passion fruit is incredibly nutritious and contains a high source of needed minerals and vitamins. Here are some of its best benefits. Antioxidant Cancer...
Why Watermelon Seed Oil Is A Must-Have
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
An abundance of that juicy and refreshing summer fruit is right around the corner. What some don't know about this delicious, popular fruit is that those pesky seeds you end up spitting out actually have powerful health benefits. What's so glorious about fruits and seeds and plants and vegetables is the critical healing powers and properties within them that we may not even be fully aware of. Watermelon seed oil can be used in a whole host of different ways, and because of its high linoleic acid content, it makes for a highly impressive and effective oil. Here are some...
Study Confirms Beneficial Properties Of Whole Grain
Sun, Oct 21, 18 Admin Editor
The National Food Institute, Technical University of Denmark has confirmed the health benefits of including whole grains in your everyday diet. For the purposes of the study, researchers substituted the refined grains in pasta and white bread in favor of whole grains. The institute collaborated with the Exercise and Sports at the University of Copenhagen, Department of Nutrition, and DTU Bioinformatics. They also solicited the help of university researchers and hospitals to contribute to the study. As a result, they managed to complete the most research to date in relation to the benefits of whole grains. A whole grain consists...