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News & Articles By Michelle Simmons
03/22/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The antioxidant activity of saffron found to help protect against diabetes
Diabetes – in particular, Type 2 diabetes – is a long-term condition that may result in complications in the liver and the kidneys. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism sheds light on that topic with their findings indicating that an alcoholic extract from saffron reduced blood urea nitrogen and uric acid […]
03/18/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Vitamin D protects against chronic inflammation and insulin resistance in obese patients
The link between obesity and increased insulin levels is a well-established indicator of diabetes. Fortunately, there’s still hope: A study that appeared in Nutrire found that vitamin D protects the body from chronic inflammation and insulin resistance in obese individuals. The study, led by researchers from the Federal University of Piauí in Brazil, reviewed studies that looked […]
03/18/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Science confirms that a diet of vegetables, fruit, whole grains is good for body and mind
Depression is common in older adults, and even more so in people who have memory problems, vascular conditions – such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol – or people who previously have had a stroke. Earlier scientific literature, however, has shown that healthy lifestyle changes are associated with lower depression rates. A study led by researchers […]
03/17/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Lycopene is found in a variety of fruits, offering an array of antioxidant carotenoid benefits
Lycopene, a compound that occurs in a variety of fruits, provides antioxidant carotenoid benefits, according to a study published in the journal Agriculture and Agricultural Science Procedia. The study looked at the lycopene content of various fresh fruits, which included tomatoes, watermelons, jackfruits, bananas, grapes, oranges, and papayas. The researcher from Kalasin University in Thailand […]
03/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Unrefined pumpkin seed oil increases antioxidant properties of bakery products
The antioxidant properties of bakery products can be increased by adding unrefined pumpkin seed oil, according to a study published in the journal Agronomy Research. The researchers from St. Petersburg Polytechnic University of Peter the Great examined the fatty acid compositions and biologically active components found in vegetable oils such as unrefined rice bran oil, unrefined pumpkin seed […]
03/02/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Researchers: Treat liver cancer with the anti-inflammatory and immunoregulatory properties of vitamin D
Another benefit of vitamin D has been discovered. Vitamin D was found to be an effective treatment and prevention option for liver diseases and cancers, according to a new study. A team of researchers from King Abdulaziz University and Qassim University in Saudi Arabia, National Brain Research Center in India, and SUNY Downstate Medical Center in […]
02/27/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Niacin, vitamin B3, may improve cognitive and physical function by preventing neurological damage
Vitamin B3 derivative called nicotinamide riboside may protect against neurological damage and enhance both cognitive and physical function, a study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) showed. The study focused on the effect of nicotinamide riboside on Alzheimer’s-related brain damage in mouse models. Nicotinamide riboside is naturally found in […]
02/19/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Eat more rice: Study finds the traditional Japanese diet improves mental health
Also known as Washoku, traditional Japanese diet is known to be nutritious and balanced. However, its benefits on mental health have not been studied until recently. A study published in the journal PLOS One found that rice, which is the center of a traditional Japanese diet, can help improve mental health. A team of researchers […]
02/13/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
10 Everyday ailments: What causes them, which foods help and which foods to avoid
Many ailments are caused by a nutritional imbalance. Eat too much of the bad stuff and it accumulates in your body, manifesting into a unhealthy condition. Sarah Brewer, a nutritionist, shares her knowledge on a few of the more common ones that plague our society today, which foods can help relieve their symptoms, and which […]
02/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Boost athletic performance naturally with Pycnogenol
A study discovered that Pycnogenol, a brand of nutritional supplement derived from French maritime pine bark extracts, can boost athletic performance. The study was carried out by a group of researchers from Chieti-Pescara University in Italy who used two types of athletic performances to determine the effects of the herbal extract upon athletic performance. In the first part […]
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