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10/30/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Break these bad habits to keep your kidneys clean

Are you aware of these daily habits that could be hurting your kidneys? Let’s admit it: these organs are not given the respect they need. So much attention is placed on our heart, lungs, and mental health, leaving our poor old kidneys left to the side. Yet, without our kidneys, we would not be able […]

10/21/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Researchers add prebiotics to infant formula in an effort to improve learning, memory, brain development to match that of breastfed babies

Breastfeeding your child is still the safest and healthiest way to nourish your baby. Scientists and nutritionists alike have observed the myriad of benefits that breastfeeding brings, from an increased bond with the baby to an infant that develops healthier than its baby formula-fed counterparts. That said, there are families that — for one reason […]

10/08/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Diet is the strongest predictor of Type 2 diabetes, new study proves

Forget nature vs. nurture in the debate on Type 2 diabetes. A team from the Chalmers University of Technology has developed a pioneering method which demonstrated how diet is the strongest predictor of this metabolic condition. Researchers observed that biomarkers collected from blood samples indicated a direct relationship between food and health. A major implication […]

10/07/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Are you pre-diabetic? Study finds multivitamins, omega-3s are a “safe, economical, and effective means” of lowering diabetes risk

Contrary to popular belief, being pre-diabetic does not doom you to becoming diabetic. New studies are now proving the powerful effects of diet and lifestyle in the prevention and treatment of all diabetic conditions. Just recently, scientists and nutritionists have found evidence that suggest supplementing with multivitamins and omega-3 fatty acids is strong enough to […]

10/07/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Folic acid supplements during pregnancy found to impart huge psychological benefits to children

Hey, mommies: Don’t stop taking your folic acid. The synthetic form of vitamin B9, otherwise known as folate, is typically recommended a month before conceiving and three months into the pregnancy. This is to prevent neural tube defects (NTDs) in the child such as spina bifida and anencephaly. However, a team from Ulster University saw […]

09/29/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Zinc deficiency: The top signs and symptoms explained

It is estimated that 17.3 percent of the global population suffer from a zinc deficiency. That may not seem like a large number until one considers the caution that comes with this conclusion: Health professionals themselves do not fully know the extent of the problem. Zinc deficiency studies have largely been based on the prevalence […]

09/24/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

These incredible foods contain more vitamin C than oranges

“Orange” you glad there are a lot of superfoods you can eat to get your daily dose of vitamin C? You probably associate ascorbic acid with the deliciously pulpy orange (which contains around 70 mg of vitamin C), yet there are other fruits and vegetables you should take note of. Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant […]

09/16/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Amino acid arginine found to be crucial to mental health; low levels contribute to oxidative stress and inflammation

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a serious medical condition that currently affects 350 million people worldwide, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That is roughly five percent of the world’s entire population. Mental health professionals have previously believed that the disorder was hereditary and a result of neural damages or abnormalities in the brain. […]

08/25/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Are frozen meals better than fresh? The results may surprise you

TV dinners have come a long way since the 1950’s. With more choices, and supposedly “healthier” options, we are offered quite a selection of ready-to-eat microwave dinners. An article on Daily Mail warns of the many unknown dangers these dinners may have, along with why frozen food may actually be healthier than “fresher” items. Take note […]

08/22/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Barberry found to prevent the formation of kidney stones

The extract of the desert barberry (Berberis trifoliata) was studied and found to be an effective alternative treatment for the reduction of the formation of stones in the bladder or urinary tract. A recent study published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative medicines concluded that urolithiasis, which is a condition that affects one […]

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