Health Alerts - Important News from Current Research About Health and Nutrition
Using artificial sweeteners may leave you with more than a bitter aftertaste.
Researchers at the University of South Australia have concluded those who use artificial sweeteners are more likely to gain weight and it may contribute to an elevated risk for type 2 diabetes.
Staff Reports,
December 23, 2019
The keto diet has many benefits and now you can add another one based on the latest research.
Scientists discovered mice fed a ketogenic diet were better equipped to fight the flu virus than mice given a diet high in carbohydrates.
Staff Reports,
December 16, 2019
BPA is being found in higher levels in humans as a result of newer testing technology
Scientists have found levels of BPA in humans could be as much as 44 times higher than initially thought which would make it far higher than levels deemed safe by the FDA.
Staff Reports,
December 09, 2019
Treating ADHD symptoms do not have to include prescription drugs for some as this research shows.
Children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) may benefit from eating more fish or taking fish oil supplements because scientists have discovered omega-3 fatty acids are as effective as prescription drugs when it comes to attention issues for children with low levels of omega-3.
Staff Reports,
November 22, 2019
An avocado a day is an effective way to reduce LDL cholesterol and could keep you from turning to statin drugs.
Scientists at Penn State conducted a randomized, controlled study and found daily avocado intake was associated with lower levels of small, dense LDL particles and oxidized LDL.
Staff Reports,
November 18, 2019
Researchers in Australia conducted a study to determine which foods make people drowsy in the afternoons.
Scientists from Flinders University found a high intake of saturated fats and carbohydrates are the reason some people are susceptible to excessive daytime sleepiness.
Staff Reports,
November 11, 2019
Poor sleep affects your gut microbiome and a poor gut microbiome affects your sleep.
Researchers at Nova Southeastern University found that gut health and sleep health are intertwined with one likely affecting the other.
Staff Reports,
November 04, 2019
It takes more than just exercise to keep muscles working properly as we age.
A new study revealed the prevalence of muscle weakness was twice as high among adults with a vitamin D deficiency and impaired muscle performance was three times higher among those with low levels of vitamin D.
Staff Reports,
October 28, 2019