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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

02/11/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Exploring the link between cacao byproducts and obesity management

In this study, researchers from the National Polytechnic Institute in Mexico prepared, characterized and analyzed the effects of a nutraceutical made using cacao byproducts on altered cardiometabolic risk markers. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. When making chocolate, only cocoa seeds are used. The other parts and byproducts are discarded, increasing the […]

02/02/2020 / By Michael Alexander

Research determines that following the Mediterranean diet helps reduce liver fat and minimizes obesity risk

Those looking to lower their hepatic fat deposits may be better off trying a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet over a low-fat one, according to researchers. In a study published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel, together with teams from the U.S. and Germany, found that the Mediterranean […]

12/31/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Obesity prevention: Dawn-to-sunset fasting can be used for weight management, say scientists

Fasting activates natural processes in the body that improve and support a person’s overall health. A recent study demonstrated that fasting from dawn to sunset for 30 days can increase levels of metabolism-related proteins that help control weight. A group of proteins called tropomyosins regulates the body’s sensitivity to insulin. Higher levels of these proteins increase the […]

12/30/2019 / By Grace Olson

Supplementing with zinc reduces risk of liver cancer

Eating more foods rich in zinc may contribute to better liver health, a recent study finds. Researchers from the Osaka-Rosai Hospital in Japan found that zinc supplementation may help reduce the risk of liver cancer and other liver diseases. Through a controlled clinical trial, their findings revealed that patients with chronic liver disease (CLD) who […]

12/16/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Study: Fasting lowers the likelihood of insulin resistance caused by obesity

People struggling with obesity and its complications could benefit from fasting. A study presented at the recently concluded Digestive Disease Week, an exhibit sponsored by the American Gastroenterological Association and other groups, revealed that a month of fasting can increase levels of proteins that protect against the adverse effects of diets high in added sugar and unhealthy fats. […]

12/07/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

7 Predictors of heart health, plus simple ways to reduce cardiovascular disease risk

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the US, accounting for 840, 768 deaths in 2016 alone. These statistics call for an increased awareness in improving and supporting cardiovascular health. While you cannot really change some risk factors of cardiovascular health – like sex, age or family history – there are […]

11/30/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Olive oil gives the Mediterranean diet its “heart-healthy” benefits – but how?

The Mediterranean diet is said to be inspired by the eating habits of people in the 1960s. This diet found its inspiration from areas such as mainland Greece and many of its outlying islands such as Crete, as well as in many parts of southern Italy. In these areas, adult life expectancy is among the highest in the world. These areas […]

11/23/2019 / By Grace Olson

Keep moving for better health: Even 10 minutes of vigorous physical activity can help lower death risk

Researchers from the U.S. and China recently revealed that any type of physical activity could reduce overall death risk. The study, published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, found that even 10 minutes of moderate, leisurely activities – like walking and gardening – can reduce the risk of all-cause death. This correlation increased more for people who […]

11/04/2019 / By Grace Olson

Sitting and stagnation lead to sickness: Study finds exercising regularly lowers risk of colorectal and lung cancer

Lung cancer and colorectal cancer are among the most diagnosed forms of cancer in the U.S. Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer, with colorectal cancer coming in third. Researchers from John Hopkin’s School of Medicine in Baltimore found that regular exercise can help reduce the risk of developing these cancers. The […]

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