There is a vast amount of research and opinions circulating the nutrition industry around artificial sweeteners and their affects on our diets. Consumers are constantly advised conflicting information. One idea is that artificial sweeteners in foods such as diet beverages increase one’s dietary intake and desire for sugary foods. A recent study done by Piernas… Continue Reading
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Monthly Archives: March 2014
Trending Paleo Diet, Athletes and Weight Loss
Many believe that the Paleolithic “ketogenic diet” may be the answer for a healthier life, and for increased performance and weight loss during sport and physical activities. A study by Paoli, et al. observed that when elite male gymnasts were placed on a very low carbohydrate “ketogenic” diet they were able to decrease weight and… Continue Reading
Pre-Workout Supplements: Will They Maximize Your Workout?
A clinical trial was done to see the changes in physical performance with High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and a pre-workout supplement compared to a placebo group. The interval training was done for a period of three weeks (1). This study was the first trial done with HIIT and pre-workout supplementation and needs further research.… Continue Reading
Berry Good News! Eating berries may reduce your risk for diabetes
The consumption of white wheat bread activates the body’s insulin response system1. Eating berries, such as strawberries, cranberries, and blackcurrants, can limit the amount of insulin needed for the body to process the starches found in bread. This is good news for a nation where eating starchy wheat products is a daily occurrence. The benefit… Continue Reading
Depressed? Eat Some Fish
Omega 3 fatty acids have been shown to be clinically more effective than a placebo in the treatment of mild to moderate depression in the elderly. Yaser Tajalizadekhoob et al studied the effect of low-dose omega 3 fatty acid supplementation as an alternative to antidepressant treatment for the elderly (1). One popular source of these… Continue Reading
Can Vitamin D-fortified Milk and Bread Increase Vitamin D Level?
Vitamin D deficiency, 25-hydroxyvitamin D less than 50 nmol/L, is common in the US population around 41.6% 1. The main source of vitamin D is sunlight. During winter at latitudes above 40 degree N, people cannot synthesize vitamin D 2; therefore, food becomes the main source of vitamin D. The study presented that vitamin… Continue Reading
