What to know about third trimester weight gain

A woman may gain weight during the third trimester of pregnancy. This is because the fetus is growing and the body is preparing for delivery.

Drinks, not food, with added sugar promote weight gain

Research finds that adding sucrose to drinks increases calorie intake and weight gain in mice, but adding the same amount in solid form to food does not.

How to get defined abdominal muscles

In this article, we discuss the best ways to get well-defined abdominal muscles. We provide tips on exercising and explain the best dietary approach.

Can bowel movements lead to weight loss?

When a person poops, they may temporarily lose the weight of the stool. However, this is not a good weight loss strategy. Learn more about bowel movements and weight loss here.

Depression: Brief change in diet may relieve symptoms

The role of nutrition in depression is an area of increasing research. A recent study tries a 3-week nutritional intervention and reports some success.

October 10, 2019 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , , ,

What to know about exogenous ketones

Exogenous ketones are supplements that may help a person enter a state of ketosis, in which the body breaks down fats instead of carbohydrates. Learn more about the effectiveness and safety of exogenous ketones here.

What are the best foods to aid digestion?

Eating certain foods can make it easier for the digestive system to work. In this article, we discuss some foods that are good for digestion and list some foods to avoid.

Green tea compound could help in the battle against super bugs

As the antibiotic resistance crisis deepens, experts are looking for new angles. A new study concludes that a compound found in green tea could be useful.

Even naturally sweet drinks may increase diabetes risk

A new study has found that sweet drinks with and without added sugar, as well as ‘diet’-type soft drinks are associated with an increase in diabetes risk.

October 4, 2019 · by  · in Nutritional News · Tags: , ,

Omega-3 fish oil supplements may lower heart attack risk

An updated, pooled analysis of trial data links daily omega-3 fish oil supplements to lower risk of heart attack and death from cardiovascular disease.

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