By John Anderer Parents, if you want your kids to have long, healthy, and active lives, make sure the kitchen pantry is always stocked with walnuts. An expansive new study covering decades of research reports people who eat walnuts early in life are more likely…
By Matt Higgins Those who have a higher risk of breast cancer should think about changing up their diet. Researchers collaborating with The North American Menopause Society found that diets high in n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) may help decrease the risk of breast cancer….
Findings from the largest and longest study exploring the benefits of walnuts show regular consumption in older adults may reduce the risk of heart disease by reducing the concentration of certain inflammatory biomarkers Findings from a randomized controlled trial recently published in the Journal of the…
By: GreenMedInfo Research Group If you’re feeling stressed out or you know that you’re in for a bad day, you might want to eat a handful of walnuts to relieve the pressure. According to one study by researchers at Penn State University, a diet rich…
Eating walnuts mayhelp slow cognitive decline in at-risk groups of the elderly population, according to a study conducted by researchers in California and Spain. The Walnuts and Healthy Aging Study, published this month in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that walnut consumption by…
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria. New research suggests that these “good” bacteria could be contributing to the heart-health benefits of walnuts. In a randomized, controlled trial, researchers found that eating walnuts daily…
By Karen Foster Researchers are convinced–more than ever before–about the nutritional benefits of walnuts when consumed in whole form, including the skin. According to a new study from the University of Illinois, the way walnuts impact the gut microbiome – the collection of trillions of…
By Heather Callaghan, Editor Unique study reveals documented mechanism of just a few walnuts to decrease hunger signals A recent two- or three-part, double-blind study demonstrated that less than half a cup walnuts (0.44 cup or 48 grams to be exact) per day made a significant difference in…
By Mae Chan Walnut consumption may increase the amount of beneficial bacteria in the gut, according to a recent animal study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry. At the end of 10 weeks, rats fed a diet containing ground walnuts showed an increase in…
By Greta Keenan Foods high in polyphenol compounds, catechins and anthocyanins all prevent aging. Urolithin A (UA) is a chemical by-product that is made by our bodies when we consume pomegranate juice, strawberries or walnuts and studies are showing it is a first-in-class natural compound…
By Natural Blaze Eating walnuts may change gut bacteria in a way that suppresses colon cancer, researchers led by UConn Health report in the journal Cancer Prevention Research. A team of researchers from UConn Health and The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine found that mice…
By Karen Foster A walnut-rich, higher-fat diet results in favourable changes to lipid levels associated with the risk of cardiovascular disease in overweight women. Having a handful of walnut every day reduces blood pressure when you are under stress… and even during those all-too-rare, happy…
By Mae Chan In addition to a valuable source of nutrients including omega-3 fats, copper, manganese and many others, walnuts have incredible health benefits including prevention of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome and even diabetes. Researchers are convinced–more than ever before–about the nutritional benefits of walnuts…
By Study Finds Feeling down about your cholesterol and brain health? There may be a silver lining – the same nutrients that help keep your heart and mind in tip-top shape could also be guarding against cancer. New research suggests upping your intake of omega-3…
By Study Finds Could a handful of nuts help safeguard your eyesight? A new study suggests that eating a daily serving of pistachios may protect your eyes from age-related vision problems by boosting important protective compounds in the retina. Researchers at Tufts University found that…
Authored by Alexandra Roach via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) In their many variations, nuts are a superfood praised as rich sources of minerals, vitamins, amino acids, proteins, and other bioactive compounds. Chestnuts are champions for vitamin C, for instance. Pistachios contain the most vitamin…
By GreenMedInfo Over 5 million Americans have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. Another 10,000,000 suffer with severe dementia and Parkinson’s. Even more struggle with age-related mild cognitive impairment. Here are 7 natural ways to defend your brain. Alzheimer’s disease affects about 5.3 million Americans. It’s the leading…
By Amy Chodroff If you suffer from migraine headaches, you know how debilitating they are. They can go on for days, causing you to miss work and be unable to perform daily activities. While many people seek prescription or over-the-counter medications for relief, medical experts…
By Study Finds A greener version of the Mediterranean diet may be even better for your vascular health than the original dieting craze. Researchers have found that this plant-based version of the Mediterranean diet is twice as effective in combating and reducing the dangers of life-threatening…
By Amanda Christmas Antioxidants are chemicals that help the body fight disease-causing molecules. With their antioxidant capacity, superfoods such as berries, vegetables, and nuts have been shown tо prevent diseases such as heart disease and even cancer. Cranberries are one оf the healthiest berries because…
