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Ultra-Processed Foods Increase Parkinson Odds
Parkinson Disease is neurodegenerative disorder commonly associated with slow movement, tremors, stiffness and difficulty walking. A new study published in Neurology (Long-Term Consumption of Ultraprocessed Foods and Prodromal Features of Parkinson Disease) found...
Walking Helps Seniors Increase Longevity, Life Quality
Exercise reduces chances of dying by 31%! A new study (Move more, age well: prescribing physical activity for older adults) published in the Canadian Medical Association Journal found that exercise for seniors can (i) improve longevity, (ii) help prevent falls, (iii)...
8 Natural Ways to Boost Melatonin for Better Sleep
Melatonin regulates our sleep-wake cycles! Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain and is connected to the body's circadian rhythm. It regulates our night and day cycles or sleep-wake cycles. Darkness triggers the body to make more melatonin,...
Grapes Nutrient Content and Health Benefits
Grapes are a good source of natural nutrients! The following nutrients are in 1 cup of grapes: Calories: 62 Carbohydrates: 16 grams (g) Fiber: 1 g Sugar: 15 g Calcium: 13 milligrams (mg) Magnesium: 5 mg, 5% of the DV Phosphorus: 9 mg Potassium: 176 mg, 6%...
Plain Whole Milk Yogurt Nutrients and Health Benefits
Plain yogurt is packed with nutrients! Yogurt is a nutrient dense daily product made by fermenting milk with bacterial cultures that may have been discovered around 5000 BC when the first milk producing animals were domesticated. Yogurt is 81% water and is therefore a...
Beets Nutrient Content and Health Benefits
Beets are packed with nutrients Beetroots are usually red to deep purple but also come in a white and golden variety. The beet root has a high nutritional content. One cup of raw red beetroot (136g) provides 58 calories, 2.2g of protein, 13g of carbohydrates, and 0.2g...
Artificial Sweetener Aspartame Linked to Increase Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Best to stick with natural foods According to a new Swedish Study, Aspartame can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke over time. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener commonly used as a natural sugar substitute in foods and beverages. Aspartame can...
Health Benefits of Sauna Bathing
Sauna bathing may reduce cardiovascular disease risk Sauna bathing for pleasure and relaxation has been a tradition in the Scandinavian cultures for thousands of years. However, there may be significant mind and body health benefits to sauna bathing. Sauna bathing may...
Ten Natural Strategies to Prevent, Ease and Relieve Headaches
A Daily routine for headache prevention There are a number of natural strategies you can incorporate into your daily life that will help prevent, lessen and relieve headaches. Here are ten Proper Hydration. Maintaining good hydration throughout the day will...
Colorectal Cancer Risk Factors You Can Change
There are certain colorectal cancer risk factors that can't be changed, such as (i) over 50 years of age, (ii) racial and ethnic background, such as American Indian and Alaska Native people, African American men and women, and Jews of Eastern European descent , (iii)...
Milk Protects Against Colorectal Cancer
A daily glass of milk lowers bowel cancer risk by 17% A large study conducted upon 452,778 women in the United Kingdom (University of Oxford Study) found dairy products can help reduce the risks of colorectal cancer. The study found that drinking a glass of milk every...
Sugary Drinks Linked to Type 2 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease
You are what you drink! Sugary drinks are a major contributor to type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease according to a global study performed by Tufts University, The study found that "sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) contribute to excess weight gain and...