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“Healing with Food” – Eating Strawberries Associated with Heart Health and Cardiometabolic Advantages

Credit: Pixaobay During the 9th biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium (BHBS) in Tampa, FL, the latest research on strawberries was presented, shedding light on their potential benefits for heart health. These findings contribute to the growing body of scientific evidence supporting the concept of "food as medicine" and the positive impact of strawberry consumption on...

Metabolic Deficiencies Found Among Migrant Settlers in Colonial Australia

Credit: News Medical. In one of the first studies of its kind, Australian researchers have researched the health and economic status of a collection of migrant settlers to colonial South Australia from an evaluation of skeletal remains at the Anglican Parish of St Mary's in Adelaide. The brand-new study, released in reputed international publication PLOS ONE...

Men and Women May Require Different Breakfasts for Weight Loss

Credit: Pixabay Personalizing Breakfast for Weight Loss Your breakfast selections might benefit from personalization based on your metabolism, especially if you’re aiming to lose weight. A recent study indicates that men and women metabolize and store energy from food differently, which can influence weight loss outcomes. Conducted by two biologists at the University of Waterloo in Canada,...

Can the Use of Laptop Cause Infertility?

A gynecologist points out that sitting for many hours with equipment that generates heat, such as a laptop, causes the temperature inside the scrotum to rise. Credit: compumake, The Covid-19 pandemic brought significant societal changes, including a rise in remote work. Many professionals, especially men, have continued to work from home in various countries. However,...

Scientists Say Eating Less Can Extend Lifespan, But There’s a Hidden Drawback

Credit: Pixabay Reducing calorie intake and regularly delaying meals could be an effective approach to extending lifespan, but there may be trade-offs. A large U.S. study involving nearly 1,000 mice indicates that while food restriction leads to metabolic changes and lower body mass, these effects could pose health risks for certain individuals. Numerous studies have consistently...

Consuming Good Food Triggers the Brain to Release Feel-Good Serotonin

Consuming food with nutrient value triggers the release of a feel-good chemical by the brainDepositphotos Researchers have uncovered an intriguing connection between the gut and brain: consuming nutritious food triggers the release of the feel-good chemical serotonin. This discovery paves the way for potential new treatments for eating disorders. Recent studies have highlighted the significant link...

Epilepsy Drug Reduces Sleep Apnea Symptoms by 50%

Existing medication offers hope for sleep apnea sufferersDepositphotos A commonly used epilepsy medication for children may hold the key to improving the lives of millions suffering from sleep apnea, as a clinical trial has shown remarkable results in reducing symptoms and enhancing daytime alertness. Sulthiame's Unexpected Benefits Sulthiame, marketed as Ospolot, is typically prescribed to manage...

Diet and Exercise Can Outsmart Genetic Diabetes Risk

Credit: Depositphotos Although genetics play a significant role in the development of type 2 diabetes, genes don't determine everything in life. Lifestyle Changes Can Defy Genetic Predisposition A new study suggests, for the first time, that even those who are genetically predisposed to diabetes can prevent the disease with the right lifestyle choices. A three-year intervention in Finland...

Plant Oils Should Replace Butter, This Study Confirms

Comprehensive study across four cohorts all showed how plant oils drastically lower disease risk when butter is off the table. Credit: Pixabay Although it has been widely agreed that olive oil and other plant-based fats are healthier than butter, scientists have now definitively confirmed it by combining multiple diet-intervention studies and previous cohort research, all...

Olive Compound Aids Weight Loss and Regulates Blood Sugar

Elenolic acid in olives boosts GLP-1 and PYY hormones. Credit: Pixabay A natural compound found in olives has been discovered to reduce blood sugar levels and accelerate weight loss quickly, similar to the effects of drugs like liraglutide and metformin used for diabetes. This discovery could pave the way for developing safe, natural, and affordable...