Archive for August, 2012
High Intensity Interval Training
Dried apples may cut heart disease risk
Consumption of dried apples may lower the risk of developing cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women by slashing levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol by almost a quarter, according to new research data. The one year clinical trial – published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – evaluated the effect of dried apple and [...]
Encapsulation study backs pomegranate seed oil as functional ingredient
Research into the encapsulation of polyphenol-rich pomegranate seed oil has backed the use of the processing by-product as a functional ingredient for the food and nutrition industry. The study – published in Food and Bioproducts Processing – evaluates new methods for the production of pomegranate seed oil for the food industry. The technique was developed [...]
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Walnuts ‘improve sperm health’
Eating around two handfuls of walnuts a day improves sperm health in young men, a study in the journal Biology of Reproduction suggests. Sperm shape, movement and vitality improved in men who added walnuts to their diet over 12 weeks. The fatty acids found in these nuts are thought to have helped sperm development. It [...]
Flavonol-rich dark chocolate may help reduce blood pressure
Here’s one more excuse to chomp down on that dark chocolate bar: It may help you lower your blood pressure. A report published by Cochrane Collaborations that analyzed 20 studies found that people who eat a bit of dark chocolate or cocoa daily experienced a slight reduction in blood pressure. “Although we don’t yet have [...]
Grape polyphenols backed for MetS benefits
Consumption of polyphenol-rich grape may offer heart health benefits for men with metabolic syndrome, according to new research data. The study – published in the Journal of Nutrition – evaluates the effects of grape polyphenols in people with metabolic syndrome (MetS) – revealing that consumption of a freeze dried whole-grape powder led to reductions in [...]
Weight Training May Help Lower Diabetes Risk in Men
Weight training alone or with aerobic exercise may lower diabetes risk in men, Harvard University research showed, while a German study found that physical activity keeps those with the disease alive longer. Lifting weights 30 minutes a day, five times a week, may reduce a man’s chance of developing Type 2 diabetes by as much [...]
Nutrition and your DNA: What is epigenetics?
You’ve heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” While there is truth behind that statement, epigenetics show diet may also influence your DNA and the DNA of future generations. That means, your grandchildren are what you eat. Now that’s a scary thought! Could your poor diet choices translate to health issues for your grandchildren? [...]
