In contrast to the popular belief that fruits enhance blood sugar levels and aggravate problems among diabetics, a team of scientists from the UK have now proven that consuming plenty of fruits and vegetables will, in fact, decrease the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
A study conducted by the UK research team showed that higher levels [...]
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Here are eight health-beneficial foods that are highly recommended by experts to be included as part of regular diet.
Spinach: Although green and leafy it is the ultimate man food. Considered as biceps builder, it is a rich source of plant-based omega-3 and folate, that helps reduce incidences of stroke, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Folate also [...]
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Here’s another theory to prove that consuming excess of anything, even if it is the healthier option such as fruits, could leave a negative impact on the body.
A study has confirmed that fructose, the natural sugar found in fruits, can also contribute to obesity. Most fruits contain high sugar content, and munching them all day, [...]
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According to a new study, Passion fruit peel can considerably improve symptoms of Asthma. The patients who were given an extract from the peel of the fruit sho wed reduced coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, due to the high content of anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties of the purple fruit.
The research was conducted by [...]
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Water Melon
This summer relish that cool slice of watermelon without hesitation, as the fruit contains a wealth of vitamins, say nutrition experts.
Research conducted at the UR Southwestern Medical Center has revealed that a two-cup serving of diced watermelon contains loads of vitamin A and vitamin C, with only 80 calories and absolutely no fat. The [...]
Here’s another study that re-confirms the old adage of “An apple a day….keeps the doctor away.”
According to a new study, an apple a day can significantly reduce the risk of developing metabolic syndrome associated with numerous chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes.
Dr. Victor Fulgoni, who led the study, examined the data collected in [...]
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The red in tomatoes, caused by a substance called Lycopene, could help you to be in pink of health, reveal an article in ‘The Times Wellness – 2007‘.
The so-called new age diseases are associated with deteriorated quality of eating, coupled with unhealthy lifestyle patterns. This in turn has led to considerable increase in diseases such [...]
Here are a few scientifically studied natural/ complementary remedies to treat allergies.
Vitamin C: Recent studies have suggested that Vitamin C is effective in treating allergies, as it lowers histamine levels in the bloodstream. Hence, eating plenty of citrus fruits and juices, berries, broccoli, dark greens, onions, berries, and mangoes could prevent on-set of allergies. However, [...]
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