All posts tagged with nutraceuticals
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-(Natural News) In this study, researchers from the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico prepared, characterized and analyzed the effects of a nutraceutical made using cacao byproducts on altered cardiometabolic risk markers. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. When making chocolate, only cocoa seeds are used. The other parts and byproducts are discarded, […]
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-(Natural News) Fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi are popular health foods. While many studies have found that they offer plenty of health benefits, the science behind how they do so is not well-understood. But a recent study published in PLOS Genetics revealed that a cell receptor called HCA3 is key to understanding how fermented foods benefit human health. […]
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-(Natural News) Your cardiovascular system will appreciate all of the blueberries, peanuts, red grapes, and red wine in your diet. The foods contain resveratrol, a natural compound that helps normalize blood pressure. Studies have already uncovered many other health benefits of resveratrol. It protects nerve cells against the aging process and may reduce the risk […]
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-(Natural News) Diet is considered one of the biggest factors that determines a person’s overall health and longevity. In the U.S., the Mediterranean diet, which includes mostly plant-based foods and healthy fats, is the eating plan recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It is also recognized by the World Health Organization as one of the […]
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-(Natural News) Researchers from the U.S. conducted an observational study to confirm the safety, tolerability and efficacy of a calorie-restricted Mediterranean diet with targeted dietary supplementation (PROG1). Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Among the comorbidities of high body mass index, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death and disability around the […]
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-(Natural News) Elderberry — also known as Sambucus nigra — is a small, antioxidant-rich fruit commonly found in Europe and North America. This fruit has been used in folk medicine to treat many ailments. In a study published in the Journal of Functional Foods, researchers reported that the elderberry fruit can help fight the influenza virus. Conducted by researchers from the University of Sydney, […]
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-(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 […]
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-(Natural News) Dietary intervention is one of the most studied and most effective strategies for diabetes management. In a recent study, scientists from India looked into the anti-diabetic potential of a wild species of banana, particularly a compound called apiforol found in its seeds. Their findings appear in the Journal of the Science of Food […]
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-(Natural News) People trying to lose weight opt for dietary supplements as they seem to be a safer and more effective alternative to prescription weight loss drugs. Green coffee bean extract, the less processed version of coffee, is commonly used for this purpose. Green coffee beans are raw, unroasted coffee beans. The beans contain many […]
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-(Natural News) Can Parkinson’s disease be treated with supplements? A study published in the journal Cell Research suggests that it can be possible to treat hereditary Parkinson’s disease with the help of vitamin B12. The study found that an active form of vitamin B12 called AdoCbl (5’-deoxyadenosylcobalamin) could reduce the effects of dopamine loss in Parkinson’s […]
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