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03/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Could depression be caused by an amino acid deficiency?

According to a study by researchers from the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), individuals with major depressive disorder (MDD) have reduced arginine levels. Arginine is an amino acid that the body needs to produce nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is an immune defense and nervous system mediator. Additionally, nitric oxide is necessary for vascular regulation. The global arginine bioavailability ratio (GABR) is used to […]

12/13/2017 / By Lance D Johnson

Labeling matters: New study shows “snack foods” contribute to overeating

Food labels might not seem like a big deal, but more often than not, their messages and keywords shape your eating habits. Professor Jane Ogden and researchers from the University of Surrey studied the psychology of the words “snack” and “meal,” two terms that define many food products and influence consumer behavior. Their study shows […]

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