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12/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Raw spinach juice is a natural antacid

Researchers have found that spinach (Spinacia oleracea) exhibits potent antacid activity. The study, which was published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, looked at the antacid effect of raw spinach juice and methanolic extract of spinach. Earlier studies have reported that spinach, which is a green leafy vegetable, contains powerful medicinal properties due […]

11/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating salmon while pregnant can boost your child’s IQ by 3 points

The types of food that a pregnant woman eats will affect not only her health but also her child’s health and development. This is why it’s important to eat plenty of nutritious food during pregnancy. One of the foods pregnant women should consider eating is salmon, sometimes referred to as “brain food.” An article published in GoodHousekeeping.com […]

11/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Cocoa found to have a powerful inhibitory effect on influenza virus infections

Cocoa can protect against an influenza infection by activating the body’s natural immunity and enhancing immune response, according to a study in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. The study, conducted by researchers in Japan, looked the protective effect of cocoa on the influenza virus using both laboratory testing and clinical trials. […]

11/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Dramatically improve your health by eating almonds daily

If you want to improve your triglyceride and cholesterol levels, eat almonds every day. Earlier studies have shown that almonds provide a lot of health benefits, such as preventing heart disease. A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food suggests that eating almonds regularly can improve lipid profiles and body composition. In the study, researchers from Sookmyung […]

11/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Another reason to eat African walnuts: They’re packed with antioxidants

Researchers continue to look for foods rich in natural antioxidants to be used for improving health and preventing diseases. Researchers from the University of Uyo and Rivers State University of Science and Technology in Nigeria found that the African walnut (Coula edulis Baill.), a plant abundant in Nigeria, is packed with antioxidants, which can be used in food […]

10/30/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Curcumin alleviates symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

Researchers from India have found that curcumin, the main compound in turmeric, is a safe and effective natural treatment for rheumatoid arthritis. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, they found that curcumin acts as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent for managing rheumatoid arthritis without causing any side effect. Rheumatoid […]

10/09/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Dark chocolate is good for your brain; it makes you happy AND smarter

Good news for chocolate lovers: dark chocolate is not only good for your brain, but it also makes you happy, according to an article published on the website BeBrainFit.com. Chocolate is enjoyed by the whole world. In America alone, people consume three billion pounds of it each year. It is rare to find something delicious […]

10/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The jute mallow has an impressive nutritional profile

Research has found that the leaf extracts of jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius) have an impressive nutritional profile, making them a potentially great antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and cardiovascular system modulatory agent. The study, published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, looked at the phytochemical composition and acute toxicity effect of jute mallow leaf extracts in […]

09/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Hypertensive? Researchers discover that fermented rice bran can reduce your risk of developing metabolic syndrome

People who are at risk of getting a metabolic syndrome could add fermented rice bran in their diet. A study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has revealed that eating fermented rice bran could lower the risk of developing the condition. This could be greatly beneficial for those who are at risk of having, as […]

08/20/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Avocados protect you from diabetes by regulating your cholesterol levels

The consumption of avocados has been established to provide various health benefits. However, recent research discovered that eating avocado can also prevent and treat the detrimental effects of metabolic syndrome. The study, which was carried out by researchers at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences in Iran, focused on the benefits of avocado on the symptoms of […]

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