Archive for February, 2011
Fight Depression by Using Olive Oil
// Trans Fat Trans fats can come from different sources and they naturally occur in meats and dairy products. They are commonly formed when vegetable oil is partially hydrogenated which converts it into semi-solids for a variety of uses and food applications. Food manufacturers have been using trans fat since it has a more stable [...]
Posted: February 27th, 2011 under Depression, Olive Oil.
Tags: natural ways to fight depression; health benefits of olive oil; adverse effects of trans-fat
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Poor Sleep Worsens Rheumatoid Arthritis Problems
// Rheumatoid Arthritis The immune system is responsible for protecting the body from viruses and other pathogenic organisms. But a disorder in the immune system can cause it to confuse healthy tissues and cells as foreign materials. This results to an autoimmune disease which leads to the development of autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. [...]
Posted: February 27th, 2011 under arthritis, Sleep.
Tags: benefits of good sleep; rheumatoid arthritis; natural ways to prevent rheumatoid arthritis
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A Warning to Weight Loss Supplement Users
// Looking beyond the obvious, having excess weight contributes to a higher risk of developing certain diseases like diabetes and chronic illnesses. Different weight loss products and food supplements promise fast results without the need for exercise and restricted diet. This is alarming since some people are putting their trust on products that has not [...]
Posted: February 27th, 2011 under Weight Loss.
Tags: natural ways to lose weight; dangers of weight loss supplements; foods to lose weight
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To Improve Blood Circulation, Lower Salt Intake
// Salt is an essential food ingredient needed to keep the body functioning properly. Sodium, a major extracellular ion, is needed by the cells to regulate mechanisms such as muscular contraction and water-base balance. In other words, the nutrients in salt helps maintain the right balance of water and other fluids in the body, influence [...]
Posted: February 24th, 2011 under Sodium.
Tags: effects of salt to blood circulation; natural ways to promote healthy blood circulation; effects of high sodium intake
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Study: Red Wine Does Your Heart Good
// The function of the blood vessels has the natural tendency to decline in efficiency as the person grows older. And this has been linked to different age-related health conditions like cardiovascular disease. The good news is: there’s red wine. Polyphenols in Red Wine to Prevent Cardiovascular Disease A study conducted by a team of [...]
Posted: February 24th, 2011 under Heart Health, Red Wine.
Tags: health benefits of red wine; health benefits of polyphenols; natural ways to promote heart health
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The Adverse Effects of Caffeine in Energy Drinks to Children
// A group of medical professionals who reviewed data from case reports, scientific literature, and data from interest groups and government-funded studies say that the potential adverse effects of drinking caffeinated energy drinks include strokes, seizures, heart palpitations and even sudden death. They added that energy drinks are overused, under-studied and may be harmful to [...]
Posted: February 23rd, 2011 under caffeine, Energy Drinks.
Tags: adverse effects of caffeine to children; health hazards of drinking energy drinks; healthy alternatives to energy drinks
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Fresh Raspberries Join the Fight Against Cancer
// Raspberries belong to the rose family and are classified as a bramble fruit like blackberry. Its fragrant scent and sweet taste makes it an appetizing ingredient to pastries, sweets and certain dishes. Though raspberries are available in limited supply and are primarily grown in California from June through October, the red berry can be [...]
Posted: February 23rd, 2011 under Cancer, Fruit.
Tags: health benefits of raspberry; food against cancer; raspberry for cancer prevention
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Whey Protein-rich Diet Helps Reduce Fatty Liver Risks, Study Says
// Researchers from the University of Lausanne found out that the supplementation of whey protein in a person’s diet can lower the risk of developing fatty liver disease in obese women by reducing the amount of fat in liver cells. The study was published in an issue of Clinical Nutrition. They also found that whey [...]
Posted: February 15th, 2011 under Liver Health, Protein.
Tags: natural ways to reduce liver fat; health benefits of protein; natural ways to promote liver health
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Insufficient Vitamin D Levels May Cause Lung Problems
// The Lungs The principal function of the lungs is to transport the oxygen acquired through breathing to the blood streams and to release carbon dioxide back to the atmosphere. The whole process of respiration is accomplished by tiny specialized cells called alveoli or the air sacs. In the process of breathing, air passes through [...]
Posted: February 14th, 2011 under Lung Health, Vitamin D.
Tags: natural ways to promote lung health; health benefits of vitamin D; foods for healthy lungs
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Understanding Lycopene’s Benefits to Your Heart
// A recent study conducted by researchers from South Korea revealed that daily supplementation of about 15 milligrams of lycopene for a period of eight weeks helps lower systolic blood pressure and reduces inflammatory processes related to cardiovascular events while simultaneously increasing the activity of a potent antioxidant that helps to reduce DNA damage that [...]
Posted: February 10th, 2011 under Heart Health.
Tags: health benefits of lycopene; lycopene sources; lycopene for heart health
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