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Eating eggs with vegetables increases nutrient absorption

Eating eggs with vegetables increases nutrient absorption

New research from Purdue University shows that eating eggs with vegetables increases nutrient absorption. Since the new U.S. Dietary Guidelines lessened the notion of cholesterol being harmful, this news about eggs could not have come at a better time. “Americans under consume vegetables, and here we have a way to […]

by April 3, 2015
Is there a link between BPA exposure and autism?

Is there a link between BPA exposure and autism?

A new study from Rowan University is the first to find a link between BPA exposure and autism spectrum disorder. This study shows that BPA is not properly metabolized in children with autism. BPA, or bisphenol A, is an industrial chemical that is used to make certain types of plastics […]

by March 11, 2015
30 minutes less sleep per day may cause weight gain

30 minutes less sleep per day may cause weight gain

Thirty minutes less sleep per day may cause weight gain, according to a new study. The findings will be presented at the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting ENDO 2015. “While previous studies have shown that short sleep duration is associated with obesity and diabetes, we found that as little as 30 […]

by March 9, 2015
Is napping a good thing?

Is napping a good thing?

Is napping a good thing? According to research conducted by the Endocrine Society, it can help strengthen the immune system and acts as a stress reliever as well. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that insufficient sleep is now a public health epidemic. The CDC also notes […]

by February 16, 2015
Can instant noodles cause heart disease and more?

Can instant noodles cause heart disease and more?

Instant noodles are popular, especially amongst young adults, due to price and convenience. Research from Baylor now shows that regular consumption of instant noodles cause heart disease and stroke due to a condition called cardiometabolic syndrome. The study focused mainly on South Korea, because of the region’s high consumption of […]

by December 23, 2014
Why home-cooked meals are key to healthier diet

Why home-cooked meals are key to healthier diet

People who eat home-cooked meals frequently consume fewer calories than those who cook less, according to research from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Eating meals cooked at home ensures that you know exactly what is in your food. Healthy home-cooked are an important part of a healthy living […]

by November 23, 2014
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
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