(Natural News) Omega-6 fatty acids represent one of the three kinds of “omega” fatty acids that the body needs, alongside omega-3s and omega-9s. However, while the consumption of omega-6 fatty acids is generally seen as a good thing, new research from Australia shows that they may have adverse effects on both pregnant women and women […]

(Natural News) Mothers-to-be should avoid eating foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids, a recent study reveals. According to a new study published in The Journal of Physiology, a diet with excessive amounts of linoleic acid – a type of omega-6 fatty acid – may be harmful to pregnant women, with the researchers noting that such a diet may […]

(Natural News) Omega-6 fatty acids like linoleic acid (LA) and arachidonic acid (AA) have long been deemed as bad fats. This is due to the belief that having more omega-6 fatty acids than omega-3s increases a person’s risk of heart disease. It is also predicated on the fact that omega-6 fatty acids are pro-inflammatory and give […]

(Natural News) Omega-6 fatty acids are often seen as harmful. However, studies suggest that when consumed in moderation and in place of saturated fats found in dairy products and meats, they can be beneficial to your health. In fact, a new study published in the journal Circulation has suggested that omega-6s could be just as […]

(Natural News) Cottonseed oil (CSO) is a commonly used vegetable oil that comes from the seeds of cotton plants. In its refined form, it can be used for cooking, in extending the shelf life of certain foods, and as a natural remedy for skin problems. Recently, American researchers discovered that CSO also has the potential to prevent fatty […]

(Natural News) Fatty acids (FAs) are important components of lipids, which are organic compounds that are present in living cells in the form of fats, oils, and hormones. When three FAs are attached to a glycerol backbone, they form triacylglycerol (TAG), a type of neutral lipid commonly found in vegetable oils and human fat. The nutritional […]

(Natural News) Substitutes for white rice are staples of a healthy diet. They come mostly in the form of whole grains, which provide complex carbohydrates like dietary fiber and other nutrients. Classic examples of white rice substitutes are barley, oats, and a nutritious, gluten-free seed called quinoa. Quinoa is considered a superfood that is on par with whole grains in […]

(Natural News) Growing up, children are bombarded by dairy advertisements and the constant message that cow’s milk will make them grow “big and strong.” Subsidized and popularized, cow’s milk is affordable and convenient, served up in cartons with every school lunch and splashed in cereal bowls morning after morning. What if, after all these years […]

(Natural News) In this study, published in the journal Nutrition Research, American researchers tested their hypothesis that increasing polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) intake will increase peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta (PPARdelta) expression and activity, and examined the effect of PUFA-enriched oils on muscle PPARdelta expression. One of the oils they tested was cottonseed oil (CSO) which contains dihydrosterculic acid […]

(Natural News) Did you know that pistachios, which are considered nuts, are actually seeds? When eaten in moderation, pistachios can promote weight loss and even improve your blood glucose levels. Pistachios and their health benefits Pistachios come from the fruits of a desert plant called Pistacia vera. These nutrient-rich green nuts are full of antioxidants, fiber, and protein. […]