Increasing one’s intake of walnuts and walnut oil may lower blood pressure and stress levels, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Previous research has uncovered that omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in walnuts, can reduce the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol. In order
Individuals who are diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in their 20s may be less likely to experience remission stages as they age, according to findings published in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. In fact, patients who have developed the disorder by age 50 years and older will see better results from treatments that alleviate symptoms.
Compared to dairy milk-based protein supplements, vitamin supplements that deliver soy proteins appear to be better for one’s cholesterol levels, according to scientific inquiry described in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Researchers from the soy product manufacturer Solae announced that individuals who took soy-protein based dietary supplements tended to have a better ratio of
A recent study published in the November issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology finds that cox-2 inhibitors, typically used to relieve arthritis pain in patients, are more dangerous than their cox-1 counterparts and may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. The study of 8,852 people in Spain and Italy
Incorporating resistance training into one’s regular exercise regimen may help combat the development of various metabolic disorders, according to findings published in The Journal of Clinical Hypertension. During the recent trial, researchers had a group of individuals who were considered overweight or obese follow a two-part exercise program, which would result in the natural cycle
A protein hormone known as insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1) has been linked with an elevated risk of prostate cancer, according to an international team of researchers. The study looked at data from 12 previous reports that investigated how blood concentration affected a mans chances of developing the cancer. After analyzing findings from the blood samples
Experts are warning maternal obesity may have a serious impact on pregnant women and their children, and have issued guidelines for health practitioners to try to remedy the growing problem. In particular, the position paper from the American Dietetic Association and the American Society of Nutrition argues that diet counseling for overweight and obese women
For many individuals, going to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking experience that could cause them a lot of anxiety. According to a new study published in the journal, Acupuncture in Medicine, individuals could seek alternative health resources such as acupuncture to help calm their nerves before entering the dentist chair. Its been estimated that
In addition to being a good source of antioxidants, blueberries have also been found to help improve memory, according to findings in the American Chemical Societys Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. A team of researchers led by Robert Krikorian, lead author of the report, conducted a study in which they enrolled participants who were
The reactions of certain bacteria in the gut may be linked to the way the body regulates weight, according to new research. Scientists at UT Southwestern Medical Center said that they had discovered a molecule, known as Gpr41, which could slow the speed at which food moves through the intestine. The team suggested that by