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08/17/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Understanding cravings: Food preferences are linked to dietary needs; dopamine may play a role in what you choose to eat, research suggests

For the first time ever, researchers are understanding a nutrient-specific hunger mechanism in living organisms. Specifically, a team from John Hopkins University has pinpointed the neurons responsible for protein cravings in fruit flies – neurons that the team was able to turn on and off. As part of their study, the researchers deprived fruit flies of […]

08/15/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Carotenoids and omega-3s are crucial for healthy eyes, one of the most metabolically active tissues in the body

Foods rich in carotenoids aren’t the only things that can boost eye health, according to Dr. John Paul SanGiovanni, a federally funded researcher who specializes in the topic. It looks like foods that contain omega-3 fatty acids are also beneficial for optimal vision. SanGiovanni is the chief of the unit on Genetics in Nutritional Neuroscience in […]

08/01/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: Protein supplements are not as effective when eaten as snacks

Protein supplements have been known to be beneficial for building muscle and managing weight. However, the timing of taking protein supplements may affect their efficacy. In a research review published in the journal Nutrition Reviews, it was suggested that protein supplements should be consumed during meals in order to be more effective, as people who take protein […]

07/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Eat these foods to look younger (and feel great!)

This might seem strange, but an unhealthy diet could be the culprit behind signs of aging like fine lines and wrinkles on the face. The skin relies on two proteins, namely collagen and elastin, to maintain its firmness and elasticity. As people grow older, the body produces less collagen and elastin, causing the signs of skin aging. […]

07/10/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Nutrition expert says to load up on protein and carbs after a workout to boost athletic performance

After your workout, you need to consume food that’s rich in protein and carbohydrates, according to expert, Dr. Fernando Naclerio, principal lecturer in strength training and sports nutrition at the University of Greenwich. Dr. Naclerio says consuming food rich in macronutrients can help athletes ensure their body’s recovery. In particular, he emphasized the consumption of […]

06/25/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Why you should be paying attention to this amino acid if you want a healthier heart

Your risk of developing heart disease is exacerbated by eating fatty foods and engaging in unhealthy habits, but having an overabundance of homocysteine doesn’t help either. The evidence is strong that this amino acid increases your likelihood of contracting heart disease. In the 1960s, pathologist Kilmer McCully encountered two children with advanced atherosclerosis, a disease that doesn’t […]

06/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Chia seeds: A nutritional powerhouse

Hailed by the Mesoamerican culture as grains sent by the heavens, chia seeds remain a highly respected alternative remedy for various health conditions. Its use in medicine is varied and its efficacy is further highlighted by the fact that you need not take a lot of it in order to receive its effects. Gram for […]

06/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

High-protein supplements may help you recover faster after a strenuous workout

To recover faster after a strenuous workout, take high-protein supplements as post-workout supplements. A study found that elite basketball players who took a high-protein post-workout supplement experienced faster recovery after exercise. A team of researchers from the University of Taipei in Taiwan and the Competitor Institute of Sports Nutrition in Beijing recruited 15 elite basketball players between 18 and […]

06/04/2018 / By Carol Anderson

A protein found in fish could prevent Parkinson’s disease

It’s a fact that eating fish is good for the body. Most are packed with the fatty acids omega-3 and -6 which help in improving cognitive health, reducing heart risks, and lowering a person’s blood pressure. However, a new study has shown that a nutrient found in fish can be more beneficial than the common fatty acids […]

05/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Science-backed eating tips for those with inflammatory bowel disease

If you suffer from IBS, your diet can help treat your condition. Researchers have recently identified some science-backed eating tips for relieving or treating inflammatory bowel disease. Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as colitis and Crohn’s disease, are disorders that cause chronic inflammation in the digestive tract. The signs and symptoms that are common to both IBDs […]

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