obesity
10/27/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
The metabolic benefits of a genistein-rich diet in obese people
Researchers found that consuming a diet rich in the isoflavone compound genistein can benefit people with obesity and diabetes. The study, published in the Journal of Medicinal Food, found that the compound can improve thermogenesis and metabolism, as well as control corticosterone levels. Obesity has been linked to reductions in thermogenesis. The researchers created a […]
10/27/2018
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By RJ Jhonson
Apple cider vinegar suppresses obesity-induced oxidative stress
In obese individuals, oxidative stress increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, among other health conditions. A study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food found that the daily intake of apple cider vinegar can have beneficial effects against both oxidative stress and the risk of heart- and blood vessel-related conditions. The researchers noted that […]
10/25/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The perfect snack: Nuts are an excellent addition to any diet
Researchers have found a new healthy snack to any diet. A new study from the Loma Linda University School of Public Health and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) finds that nuts can prevent obesity, as reported by The Daily Mail. The researchers, gathering data from the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition, examine […]
10/25/2018
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By Jhoanna Robinson
Overweight after menopause? Try the Paleolithic diet for maintaining weight loss over the long term, reducing risk of diabetes
Postmenopausal women who are having a hard time maintaining their weight may want to try following the Paleolithic diet. Doing so decreases their risks of cardiovascular diseases and Type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. “The results are remarkable. Despite giving the women free reigns to an unlimited intake, the weight loss was stable after […]
10/24/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Liver fat can be quickly and significantly reduced with a gastrointestinal hormone
A study published in The Lancet reported that NGM282, a non-tumorigenic variant of a hormone found in the gastrointestinal tract, was able to reduce the liver fat content in patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). According to researchers, the findings demonstrated the potential of the compound to be used in treating both diseases, which […]
10/23/2018
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By Edsel Cook
The Angelica root is a popular TCM herb for treating obesity
A Chinese study examined the potential of the root of Angelica (Angelica dahurica Radix) to treat obesity in mice and human liver cells. The researchers reported that Angelica root can reduce the negative effects of obesity on both humans and mice. Obesity is caused by a number of factors, such as diets with increasing amounts […]
10/22/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Taking the powder of the Java plum reduces the damage caused by a high-fat diet
A study by North South University researchers in Bangladesh shows that the Java plum (Syzygium cumini), a plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, can effectively prevent cell damage caused by oxidative stress, as well as reduce the likelihood of inflammation and fibrosis in the liver. The study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, also […]
10/16/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Amla can help prevent obesity
According to a study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integrative Medicine, Emblica officinalis Gaertn. (amla or Indian gooseberry) can be used to help prevent obesity. The researchers tested the fruit’s anti-obesity properties using a rat model. E. officinalis, which belongs to the family Phyllanthaceae, is usually called amla or Indian gooseberry. In traditional Indian medicine, healers use E. officinalis […]
10/09/2018
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By Ralph Flores
Reduce the effects of a high-fat diet with agrimony
Research has shown that the agrimony (Agrimonia pilosa), a flowering plant endemic to East Asia, can be used to treat obesity-related insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome brought about a high-fat diet. In the study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, South Korea’s Rural Development Administration, together with researchers from Seoul Women’s University, looked at whether agrimony can be […]
10/09/2018
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By Ellaine Castillo
Here’s a laundry list of the disease-fighting effects of anthocyanins
It is often recommended to include greens in a person’s diet but people tend to forget about the red-orange and purple-blue fruits and vegetables. These foods are just as important since they are rich in anthocyanins that exhibit multiple health benefits. In the presence of harsh conditions, such as extreme cold, drought, and ultraviolet light, […]
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