Five Fall Foods That Protect Against Cancer

There are an abundance of foods available this fall season that can help protect against cancer. Autumn is the best time to eat lots of fruits and vegetables because most of them are at their nutritional peak…

When You Eat Is Just As Crucial As What You Eat

It has been known that excess energy is stored in fat cells, which signal these levels to the brain.

Preventing Clogged Arteries In Diabetics With Vitamin D

People with diabetes often develop clogged arteries that cause heart disease, and new research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests that low vitamin D levels are to blame. In a study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, the researchers report that blood vessels are less likely to clog in people with diabetes who get adequate vitamin D…

The Benefits Of Boosting Dietary Calcium Intake

European researchers have published a study which analyses the health economics of increased dairy foods and related reduction in risk of osteoporotic fractures in the population aged over 50. The study was based on a new analytical model that links nutrition and fracture risk, and health economics…

Soy Food Effects On Menopause Symptoms

Eating more soy was associated with larger reductions in menopausal vasomotor symptoms (VMS), such as hot flashes, among U.S.

How To Keep From Overindulging This Holiday Season

As the holiday season approaches, celebrations will be full of good cheer, family fun, and most of all food. But how can we enjoy ourselves without popping a button? Though the holidays are joyful, the average American gains an average of 10 pounds during this time of year

What Is Beta-Carotene? What Are The Benefits Of Beta-Carotene?

Beta-carotene is a red-orange pigment found in plants and fruits, especially carrots and colorful vegetables. The name beta-carotene comes from the Greek beta and Latin carota (carrot). It is the yellow/orange pigment that gives vegetables and fruits their rich colors

In Obese Patients, Carbs At Dinner-Time Only Increases Satiety, Reduces Risk For Diabetes And Cardiovascular Disease

An experimental diet with carbohydrates eaten mostly at dinner could benefit people suffering from severe and morbid obesity, according to new research at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. The diet influences secretion patters of hormones responsible for hunger and satiety, as well as hormones associated with metabolic syndrome…

Prostate Tumor Cells More Susceptible To Treatment After Exposure To Resveratrol, A Compound Found In Grape Skins And Red Wine

Resveratrol, a compound found commonly in grape skins and red wine, has been shown to have several beneficial effects on human health, including cardiovascular health and stroke prevention…

Drinking Green Tea With Starchy Food May Help Lower Blood Sugar Spikes

An ingredient in green tea that helps reduce blood sugar spikes in mice may lead to new diet strategies for people, according to Penn State food scientists…

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