Friday, May 29, 2015

Probiotics May Reduce Triglycerides!





"Daily supplements of Lactobacillus curvatus HY7601 and L. plantarum KY1032 may significantly lower triglyceride levels, says a new study from Korea."


Probiotics may slash triglyceride levels: Study. By Stephen DANIELLS, 28-May-2015. http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Probiotics-may-slash-triglyceride-levels-Study

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

Compound in Garlic May Help Prevent Cardiovascular Disease!






"Allicin from garlic may prevent the metabolism of unabsorbed L-carnitine or choline into TMAO, a compound linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, says a new study from the National Taiwan University."

Different Sugars Are Not All The Same!




"Because fructose does not stimulate insulin — beginning the cascade of hormonal responses that end in feelings of fullness — high levels of fructose may not be as satisfying as glucose, leading people to eat more to feel satisfied."

Diet and nutrition is more complex than a simple sugar. Science News. Bethany Brookshire. May 26, 2015. https://www.sciencenews.org/blog/scicurious/diet-and-nutrition-more-complex-simple-sugar

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Everything You Need to Know About the Mediterranean Diet!




"US News & World Report ranked the Mediterranean Diet the number one plant-based diet, as well as the third best diet overall. It’s also the third best diet for healthy eating and the third easiest diet to follow, as well as the fourth best diet for heart-health. And there’s no short supply of research to support these rankings."


International Mediterranean Diet Month 2015: Everything You Need To Know About This Sea Of Flavor, Health. Medical Daily. May 25, 2015. http://www.medicaldaily.com/international-mediterranean-diet-month-2015-everything-you-need-know-about-sea-flavor-334852

Waist Size Linked to Noise Pollution!




"Traffic noise raises the risk of central obesity, suggests a Swedish study that surveyed over 5,000 men and women, collecting information on decibels of exposure and markers of obesity."

Link observed between waist size and noise pollution. Medical News Today. Marcus MacGill. May 26, 2015. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/294365.php

Saturday, May 23, 2015

Vegetarian May Need Supplement of B12 for Cardivascular Health!




"A recent study showed that vegetarians may be at risk for vitamin B12 deficiency that erases the benefits of the diet on preventing cardiovascular disease. The results of the study suggested that B12 supplementation may be necessary. "


Is Vitamin B12 Deficiency a Risk Factor for Cardiovascular Disease in Vegetarians? American journal of preventive medicine, Vol. 48, No. 6. (June 2015) by Roman Pawlak. http://www.citeulike.org/user/kimberlykramer2015/article/13625678