High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major contributor to the risk for multiple cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and overall heart health. “In 2003, the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure estimated that hypertension affects approximately 1 billion people worldwide” (1). Treatments used for lowering blood pressure… Continue Reading
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Looking for a healthy smile? Try probiotics!
Scientific evidence suggests that probiotics may play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy smile. Results from a recent study provide strong evidence that probiotics can decrease the risk of carries, protect against oral disease and improve overall oral health (2). These results, along with other research, offer a new approach to the future of… Continue Reading
Going Gluten-Free: Are We Getting Enough Nutrients?
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that affects the G.I. tract and it has many symptoms involved. The best way to help prevent these symptoms is by going on a gluten-free diet. But what about the nutrients that gluten lacks that these people are losing? The study performed by Shepherd, SJ and Gibson, PR in… Continue Reading
Can Artificially Sweetened and Diet Beverages Affect your Intake of Sweets and Calories?
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
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
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
High Fructose Corn Syrup, Are We Still Missing Something?
There are many articles and blogs over the internet that debate the question if High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) is associated with the high rate of obesity and diabetes that we are observing today. I feel a lot of the controversy is due to the fact that the increased use of HFCS parallels the increase… Continue Reading
How Can Oranges Boost Your Health?
Oranges are a popular fruit because of their natural sweetness. Oranges are used in many ways: as juices, face masks, or eaten plain as a snack. Oranges are packed with many nutrients; one medium sized orange has 80 calories, 14 grams sugar, 3 grams fiber, 1 gram protein. One orange also contains vitamin A, vitamin C, and calcium.… Continue Reading
