Eating two of them one hour before bedtime ‘helps people sleep more soundly’
The secret to a good night’s sleep could lie in kiwi fruit.
Eating two of the fruits one hour before bedtime helps people nod off quickly and sleep more soundly, scientists say.
It is not understood why, but it could be linked to high antioxidant and serotonin levels in the fruit. Continue reading
Top dietitian JANE CLARKE reveals what to eat (and what to avoid) to beat the disease
The Mediterranean Diet has recently been found to reduce the risk of contracting one of the most dangerous forms of breast cancer by 40 per cent
There doesn’t seem to be a day that passes without a new cancer statistic being published — one of the most alarming from recent years is that one in two of us will go on to develop the disease.
It makes so many of us feel vulnerable, and naturally we want to know what — if anything — we can do to protect ourselves. As a dietitian and nutritionist for the past 25 years, I have treated hundreds of people, young and old and often a key question, even if I was seeing them for a different issue entirely, was what we should and shouldn’t eat to reduce the likelihood of developing cancer, and how can food help us fight the disease if we are diagnosed? Continue reading
Many of us suffer from bad breath, cracked lips and agonising headaches. But they could all be a sign of something much more sinister.
These are just three of the common signs of vitamin or mineral deficiencies, experts have warned on the back of a new poll of 2,000 adults.
Other issues which could point to an insufficient diet include thinning hair, a lower libido, white spots on your nails, dandruff, stress and even dry skin. The findings, commissioned by Healthspan, showed six in ten adults are clueless about signs that could show they are suffering from a deficiency.
But according to Rob Hobson, a London-based nutritionist, adding more spring greens, red meat and nuts to your diet could help combat any distressing symptoms. Continue reading
Had a heavy night drinking?
After a heavy night of drinking, your immune system is bound to be weaker. This is because your body is under oxidative stress – a process that can also happen after smoking, breathing in pollution and even sunbathing. Eat KALE: Scientists reveal how Vitamin E rescues the body’s immune cells… (Continue reading)
6 Inflammation-Fighting Foods
Inflammation is a normal part of the body’s immune response, but too much of it, and for too long, can lead to pain and disease. The good news is that there are certain foods that may help fight this immune response when it spins out of control. Here are six that you can easily add to your diet… (Continue reading)
Reishi, the Mushroom of Immortality
Miraculous health benefits! heal cancer, slow aging, regrow hair, control diabetes, strengthen immunity… (Continue reading)
Is this woman proof that superfoods work?
Lady who’s been eating chia seeds and spirulina for 20 YEARS has boundless energy, glowing skin… and doesn’t even have a doctor… (Continue reading)
Revealed: The foods that keep you slim as you age
We all know that with age comes not only grey hair, but the curse of middle-aged spread. Now, however, a study has revealed the best foods to eat to avoid a bulging waistline. Men and women who ate lots of yogurt, seafood, skinless chicken and nuts were more likely to lose weight over the years… (Continue reading)
Porridge for breakfast cuts the risk of diabetes
High fibre intake found to lower chance of Type 2 by nearly a fifth . Those with fibre intake more than 26g per day had 18 per cent lower risk… (Continue reading)
Half a handful of NUTS a day can prevent early death
Peanuts ‘slash risk of cancer, dementia, heart attacks and diabetes.’ Snacking on just half a handful of nuts a day can cut the risk of dying from a string of major diseases, a new study reveals. Researchers found that eating at least 10g of nuts or peanuts per day led to a lower risk of dying from respiratory disease, such as asthma and emphysema, and neurodegenerative diseases, which includes dementia … (Continue reading)
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Time to slap on the BROCCOLI?
Before heading out in the sun, most people apply a bit of sunscreen to their exposed skin. However, a new study suggests that broccoli could be just as effective. When rubbed directly into the skin, broccoli could also reduce the chance of a person developing skin cancer, the researchers believe… (Continue to full article)
They’re berry good for you! Berries to boost your memory
Have you embraced the newest super-berry on the block? The Scandinavian lingonberry — a dark red soft fruit. Research shows drinking the juice can dramatically lower your blood pressure. Long a feature of Nordic diets, you can find lingonberry products in Ikea, Lidl and health food stores. But when it comes to a health boost, all berries pack a powerful punch — and have some rather surprising benefits… (Continue to full article)
Watercress, spinach and chicory are the most nutritious vegetables you can eat
We all know that fruit and vegetables are good for us – but just how good? A new league table, showing the nutrient density of different fruits and vegetables, has been drawn up by diet experts – and watercress has come out on top. The researchers, from the William Paterson University of New Jersey, aimed to define ‘powerhouse fruit and vegetables’… (Continue to full article)
7 Foods We Should Be Eating But Aren’t
The standard American diet needs to be revamped. Aside from eating more fruits and vegetables and less sugar, there are many less mainstream (and often misunderstood) foods that we should be eating — either for health, environmental, or economic reasons — but are not. Here’s a short list… (Continue to full article)
The Amazing Health Benefits Of Peppermint
Peppermint is a common garden herb known for its primary active ingredient, menthol — which provides a cooling sensation and is used to relieve pain and irritation, while also preventing infection. (It’s found in cigarettes and cigars, too.)… (Continue to full article)
Thyme: A Powerful Natural Antiseptic
For ancient Rome, thyme was believed to “promote vigor” and was used in their baths or spas. In Europe, singers even today, follow the tradition of gargling with thyme, marjoram and honey tea to preserve their voices. Thyme along with sage and marjoram are recommended to use as a gargle; to relieve laryngitis, tonsillitis, clogged sinus and lung congestion…. (Continue to full article)
Here’s what happened when I drank a green smoothie instead of coffee every morning for a week
when my editor recently asked our team to try a popular morning-productivity hack for a week and report on the results, the thought of changing anything about my routine gave me the chills. I didn’t particularly want to sacrifice my luxurious 7:30 a.m. wake-up call or make room for intense exercise, so I chose to hack my mornings by eating superfoods. Specifically, I decided to drink those obnoxiously green smoothies you see health nuts walking around with after their workout… (Continue to full article)
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Chamomile, a common herb used in teas, can calm muscle spasms, relieve menstrual cramps, ease nerves, soothe an upset stomach, promote healthy skin and even help you sleep.
Even better: It is a beautiful, flowering herb that can easily be grown outdoors and indoors.
There are two kinds of chamomile: Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) and German chamomile (Matricaria recutita). Both kinds have similar health properties and produce white and yellow daisy-like flowers. The steps for growing either variety of chamomile are the same, and the only difference is how the plants grow. Roman chamomile is a perineal and a low-growing plant, flowering close to the ground and can act as a ground cover. Continue reading
More Americans are eating a healthy diet, experts say, after noting an increase in consumption of wholegrains, nuts and seeds and fish and shellfish, combined with a decrease in consumption of sugary drinks
What does it take for a food source to be a “superfood?” According to American Heart Association, there is no set criteria, but the general consensus is that superfoods usually
a.) are nutrient-rich,
b.) are beneficial for health on several fronts and
c.) help promote overall well-being in mind and body. Based on those three factors, there is no doubt that nuts and seeds are true superfoods that can help you on your Healthy Breast journey. Here’s why!
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High doses of the substance found in ORANGES is 10 times more effective than some trial drugs
Found in high levels in oranges, scientists discovered vitamin C starves tumours in laboratory tests. But experts warn patients could not get enough through eating the fruit
Vitamin C could help stop cancer from spreading throughout the body, controversial research suggests. Found in high levels in oranges, kale and peppers, British scientists discovered the nutrient starves tumours in laboratory tests.
Giving patients high doses is 10 times more effective than some drugs being trialled in the battle against cancer, the study claims. Continue reading
Gluten intolerance occurs when the body, specifically the digestive tract, responds to the presence of gluten in food. The response can range from mild discomfort to serious medical complications. Awareness is continuing to rise regarding the problems caused by gluten, even for people who do not suffer from a gluten allergy.
Why Does Gluten Affect People?
There are many potential reasons for an increase in gluten intolerance. Many researchers have focused their efforts on examining the role of diet and changes to one’s diet. Continue reading
Revealed, the 6 foods to boost your brain power
Are you doing what you can to nourish your brain?
Making sure you get as many nutrients as possible helps to optimise your focus, concentration, memory and even intelligence.
But you don’t need to go and buy any specialist supplements – all the necessary one’s can be found in your local supermarket.
Here, Cassandra Barns, a London-based nutritionist reveals the six best foods to boost your brain power. Continue reading
A new study has provided evidence that the so-called “Mediterranean diet” can help prevent the loss of brain volume in older people.
The three-year study, published January 4 in the journal Neurology, found that a diet heavy on olive oil, fruits, vegetables, legumes and grains, with moderate amounts of fish, wine and dairy, and small amounts of red meat and poultry, helped those around the age of 70 to retain more brain volume compared to those who did not strictly adhere to the Mediterranean diet. Continue reading
I make rot’s o’ monee!
Recently I was reading an article on AltHealthWorks.com about a fake rice being produced in China. The rice is being made out of plastic believe it or not and no one is doing anything about it. Naturally, as a health advocate and researcher of food and how food is processed I thought to myself, this is going WAY too far.
Plastic rice? Ingesting even small amounts of plastic is horrible for the digestive system and hormones. The BPA (chemical) in plastic mimics estrogen and this hormone skyrockets in the body when BPA is ingested. Ingest plastic rice and you’re basically asking to die young of breast cancer. Continue reading
Researchers think so
Next to non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer among men in America, according to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In 2013, 176,450 new cases of prostate cancer were diagnosed, and about 27,681 American men died from this largely preventable disease.
The prostate is a walnut-sized organ located just below the bladder and in front of the rectum. Since it produces fluid that makes up a part of semen, it’s crucial to human reproduction. Similar to the prostate gland in shape, walnuts provide a host of health-boosting chemicals that can slow prostate cancer growth, research has found. Continue reading
Capsaicin, an active ingredient that gives chilies and peppers their pungent taste, was shown to inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells, a study found. To assess this, German researchers at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum and their colleagues used the SUM149PT cell culture, which serves as a model for highly aggressive forms of breast cancer such as the triple-negative type. The researchers then identified a transient receptor potential channel and named it TRPV1. The receptor, which appeared to be activated by the spicy compound, was found in tumor cells in various samples from breast cancer patients. Continue reading