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10/30/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Some gut microbes may be “stealing” your nutrition before you can absorb it
Our gut microbes compete with each other for nutrients, which may consequently lead to us having a nutritional deficiency. Apparently, our digestive system follows a “dog eat dog” world, with intestinal bacteria hoarding vital minerals, leaving us only with their leftovers or their waste. This was the alarming deduction made by a team of scientists […]
10/26/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Children are more obese than ever, and the numbers are still growing; there are 10 times more overweight kids than there were 40 years ago
International experts from various fields are all saying the same thing: STOP. Stop denying that there isn’t an obesity crisis. Stop feeding your children junk. And most of all, stop practicing unhealthy lifestyle habits. The slightly desperate plea made by researchers at the Imperial College London and the World Health Organization (WHO) comes at the […]
10/17/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Escapism is bad for kids mentally, emotionally, physically: Parents should remove electronics if they want to improve health, behavior, grades
Parents should be aware of another boogeyman in the closet. A team of researchers from the Iowa State University are concluding that placing a TV along with a gaming console in a child’s bedroom could result in developmental and social problems later on. The effect is not a correlation but a relationship; meaning that while […]
10/16/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
What makes YOUR heart pound? Top 50 things range from a near accident to an encounter with the opposite sex, according to poll
Here’s an article to lighten the mood. OnePoll.com recently revealed the top 50 activities that get our hearts pumping, ranging from the expected (such as exercising) to the hilarious (accidentally liking someone’s post or photo on social media — particularly if you were stalking them). The poll itself is educational, but does make you smile […]
10/13/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Take amino acids BEFORE your workout to improve fat loss
Three grams of the amino acid phenylalanine may be the additional push you need to a leaner physique. Bodybuilders and those trying to lose weight often complain of the dreaded metabolic “plateau” in which weight is not easily shed regardless of how many times one exercises. Nutritionists say that this may be because the body […]
10/06/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
New research confirms that omega-3s improve gut health, helping prevent obesity, inflammation, and autoimmune disorders
In the largest cohort study to date, a team of British nutrition experts confirmed just how powerful omega-3 fatty acids are for optimum health. Their research, published in Scientific Reports, observed more than 800 middle-aged to older women to see how a balanced diet consisting of foods rich in omega-3, probiotics, and fibrous items affected […]
10/03/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Your gut has a circadian rhythm: Researchers uncover new clues about body fat storage
The unheard conversation between your gut microbiome and the environment directly translates to how you store fat, says a team of researchers from the UT Southwestern Medical Center. Their new research, novel in its exactness to determine the processes of gut bacteria, provides clues to how our body’s circadian clock and digestive microflora interact with […]
09/07/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
DUHHH! Energy drinks will NOT keep you hydrated
Yes, energy drinks can really take you places….like the emergency room. These supposedly “hydrating” drinks actually increase your risk of developing a cardiac condition or a plethora of other illnesses associated with dehydration or excessive sugar intake. This is what Dr. Manny Alvarez, Senior Managing Health Editor at FOXNews.com warned of in a recent article. […]
08/19/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Bizarre study finds that Asian Americans who get fat are perceived as “more American,” fitting in with the fat culture
In the wake of President Trump’s support for a proposal that would cut immigration by half, it has become all the more important to determine what makes us “American.” How do we define ourselves? Is it our manner of speaking? Our history? Our culture? Our weight? Before you diss the idea that weight plays a […]
08/04/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
Combining sugary drinks with protein found to accelerate the body’s storage of fat
As if we needed another reason to change our diet. Scientists are now saying that washing down that cheeseburger with a cold soda changes the way your body burns fat. In analyzing the direct impact that sugary drinks have on body metabolism when paired with a high-protein meal, researchers observed an amplified effect in weight […]
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