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07/03/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Polysaccharides from medicinal herbs demonstrate antioxidant and anti-tumor properties
A study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine examined the antioxidant and antitumor properties of polysaccharides from medicinal plants. This study was carried out by researchers from Jinan University and Shenzhen Third People’s Hospital in China. Oxidative stress has been increasingly recognized as the main contributing factor in the development of diseases, from […]
06/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Understanding how blood sugar and impulsive behavior affect our ability to respond to changes in the environment
Your blood sugar and impulsive behavior may influence behavioral flexibility or your ability to respond to changes in the environment. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that measures of impulsivity and blood sugar regulation can be used to predict behavioral flexibility. Both psychological and physiological factors influence behavioral flexibility performance, and evidence […]
05/19/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Antiepileptic drugs have NO place in Alzheimer’s treatments: Study reveals they cause longer hospital stays in patients
People with Alzheimer’s disease who use antiepileptic drugs are more likely to stay in hospitals for longer, according to a study published in the Journal of American Medical Directors Association. Researchers from the University of Eastern Finland found that those who took antiepileptic drugs added eight more hospital days to their stay. In the study, the […]
05/06/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Studies determine link between air pollution and increased autism risk
Today’s air isn’t as clean as it used to be thousands of years ago. It is now filled with pollutants from various sources like power plants, factories, and vehicles. Exposure to these air pollutants harms the health, both physical and mental, and studies have found a link between air pollution and children’s risk of autism […]
04/14/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Omega-3s found to benefit a person’s behavioral and cognitive processes
Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to play a role in many different fundamental brain processes. These essential fatty acids have been associated with proper brain development and functioning of the central nervous system. In a recent study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness, a team of researchers from the University of Regensburg […]
04/03/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Understanding the phytochemical and nutrient content of sweet potato flours from Vietnam
A study published in the Journal of Food Processing and Preservation suggested that flour made from Vietnamese purple-fleshed sweet potato can be used in various health food products, such as desserts, noodles, snacks, and more. In the study, the phytochemical and nutrient content of sweet potato flours from Vietnam were examined. Researchers at Naresuan University […]
04/01/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Meditation is a powerful healing art that can reduce PTSD and IBS in veterans
Mindfulness meditation is a healing practice that involves focusing your mind on your experiences in the present moment. It has been shown to help people cope with stress and manage emotions. A new study suggests that this powerful healing art can reduce post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), which are highly comorbid […]
03/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Snacking on whey protein after a low-protein breakfast can improve amino acid absorption
Researchers from Purdue University and The University of Texas Medical Branch suggest that snacking on whey protein after a low-protein breakfast can enhance amino acid absorption. The findings of their study were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Amino acids from meals peak in the plasma at two hours after a meal. Conversely, amino acids […]
03/20/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Fish oil supplementation found to be effective against Chagas disease
Brazilian and Colombian researchers suggest supplementing with fish oil to prevent Chagas disease, a condition caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. The findings of their study were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Evidence shows that fish oil, rich in long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, has a potential benefit on host resistance to parasitic infection. […]
03/02/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Traditional African medicine studied to be a powerful, natural anti-inflammatory agent
Many herbal plants are used in traditional medicine for inflammatory-related diseases. In Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso, they use Senegal saba (Saba senegalensis) to treat illnesses associated with inflammation. Researchers from Africa have looked at the properties of this plant and found that the leafy stems of Senegal saba actually possess anti-inflammatory properties. They also support the traditional use […]
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