Diet blogs and tips for optimal health and longevity
Story at-a-glance Aspartame triggers unnatural insulin spikes by stimulating the vagus nerve, leading to metabolic dysfunction and increased fat storage Research shows that aspartame-driven insulin surges fuel chronic inflammation in blood vessels, accelerating the progression of atherosclerosis and heart disease Artificial sweeteners alter gut bacteria…
Avocados contain carotenoids, monounsaturated fats and antioxidants like glutathione, which protect cells from damage and inhibit cancer growth. Research highlights avocatin B, a unique fat in avocados, as effective in targeting leukemia stem cells, offering potential for preventing AML recurrence. Studies also link avocado consumption…
Story at-a-glance Shanks are a collagen-rich, nutrient-dense cut of meat that provides a more balanced amino acid profile than traditional steaks Collagen, the most abundant protein in your body, supports skin, joints, bones, and gut health, and shanks are a top dietary source Cooking shanks…
It is rare that scientists will come right out and say that something causes cancer, but here we are. By Beth Skwarecki, Life Hacker Most people have no idea that alcohol is known to contribute to cancer, but it’s been common knowledge among doctors and…
Authored by Bill Thomas via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge), A new study points out that sugary drinks may be more harmful to your health than candy regarding a very important organ in your body—the heart. Meanwhile, if your cholesterol goes up and down for…
By StudyFinds For millions of Americans, that first sip of coffee is a sacred morning ritual. Now, scientists have discovered that this daily habit might be doing more than just providing a caffeine boost – it could help protect against one of the world’s most…
By Tyler Durden Coffee, one of the world’s most beloved beverages, offers more than just a comforting warmth and an energizing caffeine kick. Increasingly, scientific research has begun to uncover the health benefits associated with coffee consumption, particularly due to its rich content of polyphenols…
Authored by George Citroner via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) Coffee drinkers consistently harbor up to eight times more of a specific gut bacterium than nondrinkers, according to recent research. The international study, which tracked the drinking habits of nearly 77,200 people across 25 countries,…
By David Gortler, Pharm. D With Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays in part celebrating America’s harvest blessings, we celebrate with a diet fêted with all kinds of rich and high-calorie foods. That makes it a good time to write about the FDA’s regulation of permitted food…
By Jocelyn Solis-Moreira A new study suggests that kimchi may aid in weight management and gut health in overweight adults. The fermented food shows promise as part of a dietary approach to addressing obesity. Sixteen percent of people globally, or 890 million people, have obesity….
By StudyFinds What if the key to protecting your heart was as simple as rethinking what’s on your dinner plate? A 30-year study by Harvard researchers suggests just that — finding that the secret to preventing cardiovascular disease may be as simple as swapping your…
Authored by George Citroner via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) A new study suggests potential health risks associated with carrageenan (derived from red seaweed), a common food additive used as a thickener and found in everything from ice cream to plant-based milk. Researchers found that…
Rosemary Trout, Drexel University The holidays are full of delicious and indulgent food and drinks. It’s hard to resist dreaming about cookies, specialty cakes, rich meats and super saucy side dishes. Lots of the healthy raw ingredients used in holiday foods can end up overshadowed…
By StudyFinds A simple yogurt supplement could help protect people from the hidden dangers lurking in everyday household items. A groundbreaking study from the University of California-Riverside is offering hope for those worried about our exposure to pervasive fire-retardant chemicals. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers, or PBDEs,…
By StudyFinds In a world drowning in plastic waste, scientists have achieved what once seemed impossible: they’ve created a plastic that’s as strong as conventional materials but dissolves completely in seawater. This revolutionary material, developed by researchers at the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science…
Authored by Rachel Ann T. Melegrito via The Epoch Times (emphasis ZeroHedge) The shirt on your back, the carpet beneath your feet, and the takeout container from last night’s dinner share a troubling secret: They’re slowly breaking down into invisible particles that are turning up…
By StudyFinds Maple syrup is just the best when you pour it on your pancakes, but a new study finds it’s time to start pouring it on everything else as well! Groundbreaking research suggests that this delicious Canadian staple might be more than just a…
By Tyler Durden In most OECD countries that collect self-reported weight data, more than half of adults are overweight or obese (2023 or latest available data). However, as Statista’s Anna Fleck reports, obesity prevalence was particularly high in the United States, with just over a third…
By StudyFinds Eggs have had a complicated history when it comes to health and nutrition. First, they’re good, then they’re bad, then food scientists say they’re good again. Well, researchers are once again placing all their eggs in the “good” basket, finding that these controversial…
Authored by Charles Cornish-Dale via The Epoch Times, Scientists at the University of Texas, Dallas recently discovered that a common food additive can make flesh translucent – literally. Applying a solution of the yellow food colouring tartrazine to the skin of live mice allowed scientists…
