A team of epidemiologists from the Harvard School of Public Health in Boston looked at 2,600-plus men who were diagnosed with prostate cancer between 1990 and 2002, while they were enrolled in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study.
As part of that study, the men answered questions about their rates of physical activity every year, so exercise data was available from before and after their diagnoses. Read the rest of this entry »
Scientists searching for the secrets of how calorie-restricted diets increase longevity are reporting discovery of proteins in the fat cells of human volunteers that change as pounds drop off.
The proteins could become markers for monitoring or boosting the effectiveness of calorie-restricted diets – the only scientifically proven way of extending life span in animals. Their study appears online in ACS’ Journal of Proteome Research. Read the rest of this entry »
An ingredient found in natural supplement green tea may help treat brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s and Parkinson’s.
According to a study published in Natural Chemical Biology, when EGCG, a green tea ingredient mixed with chemical DAPH-12, it may help destroy amyloids, which are proteins that bring on the brain diseases.
Some feel this study is significant as no other research has found a chemical combination to destroy amyloids. Researchers found that while EGCG could destroy weaker amyloids on their own, it needed to be mixed with DAPH-12 to destroy the stronger proteins. Read the rest of this entry »
It’s been reported that aromatherapy and carbohydrates may be used as a way to curb overeating during the holiday season.
Experts feel that stress and anxiety are a large reason why people tend to overeat during the holiday season, which is why it’s being suggested that one takes time out for themselves in order to calm down. Using aromas such as eucalyptus may also help ease the stress.
It was also noted that nutritional supplements such as fiber might help with appetite control; and that when you do sit down to eat, try healthy protein. Read the rest of this entry »
It may be a good idea to cut out high processed foods from your diet as a new study finds that a diet high in fructose increases the risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure.
While nutritional supplements such as garlic and hawthorn may help control hypertension, it may be beneficial to look into the nutritional facts of your dietary intake. Read the rest of this entry »
Nutritional supplements may be a popular way for those who feel they don’t get enough nutrients in their dietary routine.
Usnews.com reports that some dietary supplements offer multiple health benefits, including preventing individuals from developing certain diseases and cancers.
The website reports that while vitamin D supplements help with bone health, they may also help prevent certain cancers, and previous studies suggest it may even ward off tuberculosis, diabetes and even the common cold. Read the rest of this entry »
