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News & Articles By Ellaine Castillo
02/28/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Fiber doesn’t just do wonders for your gut: It also can also keep breast cancer at bay
Fiber is an important part of a person’s diet. It is known for its beneficial effects on the gut, heart, and metabolism. However, few people know that this nutrient also helps prevent breast cancer. There two kinds of fiber in food, soluble and insoluble. The former is commonly found in vegetables, fruits, nuts, beans, lentils, and […]
02/28/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Diets have greater impact on mood, mental wellness in women rather than men
There is a growing body of evidence regarding the effects of diet on a person’s mental health. However, it wasn’t until recently that researchers discovered that this connection was stronger in women than in men. A study led by Dr. Lina Begdache, an assistant professor at Binghamton University, investigated the effects of nutritional deficiency on mental […]
02/27/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Expectant moms may prevent neural tube defects in their babies by supplementing with inositol plus folic acid
Mothers only want what’s best for their children. Many of them start taking supplements during their pregnancy — even prior to it — to ensure that their child is born as healthy as possible. Folic acid supplements are essential for preventing neural tube defects like spina bifida and anencephaly. This severe congenital malformation affects up to […]
02/27/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Moms, add more leucine and omega-3s to your diet to boost antioxidant levels in your children’s liver
Expectant mothers need a wide range of nutrients for them and their child to stay healthy. Fortunately, there are many supplements that can help them achieve proper nutrition. In a study by researchers from the University of Campinas in Sao Paulo, Brazil, they found that supplementing a maternal diet with leucine and omega-3 is beneficial for the offspring. These […]
02/27/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Research says flavonoids can flush out arsenic from the body
People encounter millions of harmful substances throughout their lives. Although the body has the ability to get rid of these toxins, some harmful substances are able to interfere with these detox processes. This allows them to stay inside the body and cause damage. Fortunately, there are many nutrients that can boost the body’s detoxification functions to effectively get rid […]
02/26/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Berberine is a little-known yet powerful supplement that can support gut health and manage blood sugar levels
There are many herbal supplements that you can take to boost your health. One of these is berberine. This alkaloid is naturally found in plants like the Oregon grape, barberry, goldenseal, and tree turmeric. Its medicinal use can be traced back to ancient China, where it was also used as a fabric dye due to its […]
02/25/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Diabetics can reduce their risk of depression by taking melatonin and quercetin
Diabetes is one of the most prevalent diseases in the world. Recent estimates by the World Health Organization show that there are more than 400 million people with this disease. This number is expected to become even bigger in the next few years unless people start doing something about it. Finding an effective treatment for diabetes should be of […]
02/25/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Prevent bone loss with vitamin C
It’s a well-known fact that many older adults suffer from bone loss or osteoporosis. But what many people don’t realize is that it can happen to them, despite their age. In fact, the National Osteoporosis Foundation reports that over 54 million Americans suffer from, or are at risk of, osteoporosis. This can be caused either by excessive bone […]
02/25/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Maternal diet supplemented with leucine and fish oil linked to improved antioxidant responses in the liver of offspring
Researchers from the University of Campinas in Brazil found that a maternal diet supplemented with leucine and fish oil has benefits for the offspring. The study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, showed that these supplements boosted antioxidant responses of the liver and improved cachexia in tumor-bearing rat offspring. Cachexia is accountable for approximately 20 percent […]
02/22/2019
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By Ellaine Castillo
Understanding how dietary flavonoids eliminate inorganic arsenic from the body
A recent study by researchers from the U.S. and Mexico showed that certain dietary flavonoids have potent detoxifying properties. This finding, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, was based on the increased amount of inorganic arsenic excreted after flavonoid intake. Exposure to inorganic arsenic increases the risk of various diseases, including cancer. Glutathione plays […]
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