Archive for the 'Nutrition' Category

Women pick Healthier Diets over Men, says Research

Friday, March 21st, 2008

Here is one more reason why gender differences exist. Research has said that women tend to choose a healthier diet over men.
Men preferred meat and women opted for fruit and vegetables, suggesting that women are programmed to choose a healthier diet.
The study revealed that duck, veal, ham, and shellfish such as shrimp and oysters […]

Folic Acid linked with Healthier Sperm in New Study

Friday, March 21st, 2008

New research has said that men should take folic acid supplements to improve their chances of becoming a father. Even soon-to-be-mothers should take such supplements, found previous studies.
An American study has found a link between high levels of the nutrient in men’s diets and the genetic quality of sperm.
Professor Brenda Eskenazi and her […]

Yak Cheese is a Healthier Option over Cheddar Cheese, finds Study

Wednesday, March 19th, 2008

Cheese lovers would be better off eating cheese made from yaks milk rather than cow milk, says a new study that found that yak’s cheese contains higher levels of several healthy fatty acids. Looks like yummy cheddar cheese is out of the question now!
The study was conducted by Brian McBride and his colleagues at […]

Vegan Diets may protect Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients from Heart Attacks

Tuesday, March 18th, 2008

Patients who suffer from Rheumatoid arthritis will benefit from eat a gluten-free vegan diet because a new research has found that such a diet could protect you from heart attacks and stroke.
A gluten-free vegan diet also known as a strict or pure vegetarian diet is actually a subset of a vegetarian diet which has […]

Eating Excess Fruit can lead to Diarrhoea, Gas

Monday, March 17th, 2008

Eating fruits are very good for one’s health. But too much of something is not good for anybody. The German allergy and asthma association has said that eating too much fruit can cause gas, stomach cramps and diarrhoea in sensitive people who have fructose intolerance.
A healthy adult usually cannot tolerate more than 25 grams […]

Magnesium-rich Diet can reduce Stroke Risk among Male Smokers

Wednesday, March 12th, 2008

A new study has said that diets rich in magnesium such as whole grains and vegetables could help reduce stroke risk in smokers.
The study comprised 26,000 male smokers in Finland, aged 50-69. They found that magnesium-rich diets significantly lower risk of one type of stroke. It was led by Susanna Larson, Ph.D of the […]

Broccoli can boost Aging Immune System, finds Study

Saturday, March 8th, 2008

Your mother had a good reason if not many, when she insisted that you “eat your greens and leafy veggies, now!” Researchers at the University of California, LA have found that the broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may help to boost the aging immune system.
They found that such vegetables contain a chemical known as […]

Eat Breakfast Daily to remain Slim and Healthy

Thursday, March 6th, 2008

It’s a known fact that eating breakfast every morning keeps people healthy. But, now researchers have said that it serves a double purpose as eating a meal early morning also helps us keep in good shape.
Researchers at the University Of Minnesota School Of Public Health have found that teenagers who regularly eat breakfast tend […]

Tea could help combat Diabetes

Wednesday, March 5th, 2008

Your daily cup of tea might just have the potential to fight diabetes, besides giving you that much-needed kick-start to begin the day. Researchers at Dundee University have said that the ordinary cup of tea might help in combating type 2 diabetes in particular.
This finding is based on the discovery of black tea’s […]

Broccoli may cut Bladder Cancer Risk

Thursday, February 28th, 2008

According to a new study, the concentrated extract of dried broccoli sprouts cuts down the development of bladder tumours by more than half.
The findings throw light on studies suggesting that cruciferous vegetables like broccoli are associated with reduced risk of bladder cancer.
“Although this is an animal study, it provides potent evidence that eating vegetables […]