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Mediterranean diet may promote kidney health

Mediterranean diet may promote kidney health

The Mediterranean diet is well known as a heart healthy diet. It puts emphasis on fresh and organic foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, legumes, seeds, herbs and spices. Fats are replaced with healthy fats like organic olive oil and red meat is limited to a few times a month. […]

by November 5, 2014
8 foods that contain common anti-freeze ingredient

8 foods that contain common anti-freeze ingredient

Fireball cinnamon whiskey was recently recalled from three countries, including Norway, Sweden and Finland. This product was recalled, because it contains a common chemical found in antifreeze, called propylene glycol. According to the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, propylene glycol is a synthetic liquid substance that absorbs water. It is […]

by November 4, 2014
Walnuts fight Alzheimer’s disease

Walnuts fight Alzheimer’s disease

A new animal study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease shows that a diet, rich in walnuts may reduce the risk, delay the onset, or possibly even prevent Alzheimer’s disease. Walnuts fight Alzheimer’s disease: The study showed significant improvements in memory, learning skills, reduction of anxiety, and motor development […]

by November 1, 2014
Americans still consuming too much trans fats

Americans still consuming too much trans fats

The amount of trans fats Americans eat has declined over the years, but we are still consuming more than is recommended. Healthy living is about staying up to date on the latest health research. The American Heart Association conducted a review of six surveys from the Minnesota Heart Survey in […]

by October 27, 2014
6 awesome ways to use avocados

6 awesome ways to use avocados

Avocados are known most commonly as the main ingredient in guacamole. They are classified as a fruit and are rich in monounsaturated fat. They are also very high in potassium and can help balance your vitally important potassium-to-sodium ratio. Avocados are fast becoming a super food. Let’s take a look at some […]

by October 26, 2014
Halloween teal pumpkin project protects kids with food allergies

Halloween teal pumpkin project protects kids with food allergies

Halloween is just around the corner, and it can be a “nightmare” for kids with food allergies. Chocolate contains milk, candy bars can contain nuts, and eggs and soy are also common allergen ingredients in Halloween treats, according to the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease. The Food & […]

by October 24, 2014
High fat meals could be more harmful to males than females

High fat meals could be more harmful to males than females

Male and female brains are not equal when dealing with high-fat diets. High fat meals could be more harmful to males than females: Debora Clegg, PhD, scientist from Cedars-Sinai Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute and a research team found that male mice fed a high fat diet developed brain inflammation […]

by October 23, 2014