Diet

Mad About Trans Fats...?

Do doughnuts make you cranky? Perhaps!!! New research shows that, in addition to lowering good cholesterol & increasing inflammation, eating trans fats in processed foods may increase aggression, impatience & irritability.


In a study at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine,

Mad About Trans Fats...?
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Low-FODMAPs Diet For Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Eighty-two patients (mean age, 38 years) with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) were studied.

Low-FODMAPs Diet For Irritable Bowel Syndrome<br />

7 Steps Away From Refined Grains.

Whole grains deliver fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, plant enzymes and hundreds of phytochemicals. For those seeking a dense source of carbohydrate energy, they can be a healthy choice — but only if they are unrefined and minimally processed.


7 Steps Away From Refined Grains
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Here are a few steps toward upgrading your own grain options.

Healthy Diet for Kids = Higher IQ

According to new research from the University of Adelaide, children who are fed healthy diets in early age may have a slightly higher IQ, while those on heavier junk food diets may have a slightly reduced IQ.


The study - led by University of Adelaide, Public Health researcher Dr Lisa Smithers, looked at the link between the eating habits of children at 6 months, 15 months & 2 years, and their IQ at 8 years of age.

7 Steps to Treating Diabesity

Mark Hyman, MD, in his book, "The Blood Sugar Solution" refers to the term "Diabesity" i.e. an overwhelming epidemic of obesity and type 2 diabetes.
He talks about ways of treating this significantly risky condition.

Losing Weight is Linked to Probiotics

Losing weight is a frustrating endeavor that leaves men and women with troubling problem areas around their waist & thighs. Unfortunately, there are all sorts of companies that seek to take advantage of people who don’t know how to lose stomach fat by offering potentially dangerous supplements & fad products.


Loosing Weight is Linked to Probiotics

Broccoli & Blueberries May Boost Gut Health

As per recent information, it has been revealed that Broccoli & Blueberries may prove to be effective in individuals suffering from a variety of digestive issues.

The Basics on Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3's are considered essential fatty acids. For our bodies to function normally, we need essential fatty acids. Essential fatty acids (ALA,DHA,EPA) are not made in the body and because they are inefficiently converted from ALA to EPA and DHA, we must get them from our diet .


 The Basics on Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Home Remedies to Treat Painful Hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are clusters of veins in the lowest part of the rectum & anus that become swollen and distended.


Home Remedies to Treat Painful Hemorrhoids
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Diet, Exercise And Sleep Boost the Immune System.

While more people seem to get colds in the winter months, none of us wants to be feeling horrible and sick in any season. So what can you do to stay healthy and keep your immune system strong? Experts say there is no magic bullet, but nutrition science provides important recommendations that everyone can follow to lessen the chances of getting sick.

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