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News & Articles By Evangelyn Rodriguez
07/29/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Physicochemical analysis and pesticide estimation of nutraceuticals from barley flour, flaxseed, and rice bran oil
In the present study, researchers from Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology in India extracted various nutraceuticals from barley flour, flaxseed, and rice bran oil, for characterization on several parameters. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation. The researchers focused on beta-glucans, lignans, and gamma oryzanol concentrate […]
07/29/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
What are “designer” fatty acids, and what health benefits do they bring?
Fatty acids (FAs) are important components of lipids, which are organic compounds that are present in living cells in the form of fats, oils, and hormones. When three FAs are attached to a glycerol backbone, they form triacylglycerol (TAG), a type of neutral lipid commonly found in vegetable oils and human fat. The nutritional value, health […]
07/23/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Ghee: A look at its health benefits
Butter is a beloved ingredient in cooking. While many people love the taste of butter, health-conscious people tend to avoid it because of its high calorie and fat content. But a type of butter which originated in India has recently gained popularity in the U.S. as a pantry staple. Known simply as ghee, this clarified butter […]
07/16/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Plants are better than chemicals at stopping cancer: Pomegranates suppress cancer stem cells
Plants are proving to be better-equipped for dealing with cancer than modern pharmaceuticals. According to numerous studies, certain plants possess powerful chemicals that can do what conventional cancer treatments cannot: stop drug-resistant cancer stem cells. In a recent study published in Nutrition and Cancer, researchers from the University at Albany in New York revealed that pomegranates can be used in the prevention […]
07/15/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Enjoy your cheese! New research says it’s probably good for you after all
Cheese has long been considered as fattening and unhealthy. It is rich in saturated fat, which is linked to heart disease. However, a recent study shows that, contrary to popular belief, cheese may actually be beneficial for the heart as well as general health. Is cheese really unhealthy? Cheese is a dairy product made by curdling […]
07/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Which is better, quinoa or oatmeal? Comparison of health benefits, nutrients
Substitutes for white rice are staples of a healthy diet. They come mostly in the form of whole grains, which provide complex carbohydrates like dietary fiber and other nutrients. Classic examples of white rice substitutes are barley, oats, and a nutritious, gluten-free seed called quinoa. Quinoa is considered a superfood that is on par with whole grains in terms of […]
06/18/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Low on protein? Adding cystine improves albumin in the blood
Albumin is the most abundant plasma protein in humans, and it is present in the body in either its oxidized or reduced forms. Many studies reported the relationship between the albumin redox state and chronic diseases such as liver disease; hence researchers are trying to understand its oxidized and reduced states and what factors affect them. In […]
06/13/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Study: The elderly should be getting a nutrient-dense diet – here’s how
The populations of many developed countries are aging rapidly. As people age, their energy requirement decreases, but their micronutrient requirement increases. Hence they need a more nutrient-dense diet to meet their nutritional needs. To find out which component of a diet – conventional foods, fortified foods, or dietary supplements – could adequately supply the needs of the elderly, a team of European researchers conducted […]
06/04/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Consuming dairy foods, red meat and processed meat at key life stages has varying health implications, according to study
Different life stages can be linked to different nutritional and dietary challenges. For instance, in the U.K., there is reduced consumption of milk and red meat observed in both teenage girls and young women. This decrease may be due to them considering both as fattening; but the consequence of this insufficient consumption is a deficiency in key […]
05/28/2019
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Healing cancer with food: Some recommendations
Cancer is one of the most frightening and deadliest diseases known to man. It affects multiple organs of the body, and most organ-specific cancers have high mortality rates. Sadly, the number of cancer cases continue to rise each year, and pharmacological treatments are barely keeping up in terms of advancements. Cancer patients are also beginning […]
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