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A study from Sejong University in South Korea suggests that the pungent component in black pepper known as piperine, fights fat by blocking the formation of new fat cells. If further studies confirm these effects, black pepper may offer a natural alternative for the treatment of fat-related disorders. “Our findings suggest that piperine, a major …
According to research from the Mayo Clinic, eating a high sugar and carbohydrate diet seemingly increases the risk of memory loss. The study of 1,230 people between 70 and 89 found that those who ate the most carbs in their lifetime were 3.6 times likely to suffer from cognitive decline including problems with memory, language, …
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Enjoy this easy delicious chocolate cake that no one will believe is healthy. Rich in iron, magnesium and zinc. And surprisingly its vegan too. INGREDIENTS 1.25 cups of wholewheat flour 1 cup rapadura* 0.3 cup of cocoa powder 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup warm water 1 tsp vanilla essence 0.3 cup of vegetable oil 1 …
If you’re looking for a more natural alternative than cough syrup for curing your cough, I think I have just what the Doctor ordered. Hot Chocolate Did you know, a small trial at Imperial College London found that theobromine ( an ingredient in cocoa) was a more effective cough suppressant that codeine? But before you …
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More good new about flaxseeds (also called linseeds)! Researchers from University Hospital, Holguin City, Cuba found that flaxseeds reduced blood pressure in a study of 110 patients with raised blood pressure. After 6 months the flaxseed group saw a fall of 10mmHg in their systolic pressure ( the top number) and 7mmHg in their diastolic …
Eggs; because they are high in cholesterol, have had a bad rap for years. Since 1973 the American Heart Association has recommended limiting eggs to 3 per week and this has been standard advice for years. However, recent research is refuting that advice. Researchers from the University of Granada found that egg intake was not …
If you use your mobile phone for more than 16 minutes a day you are damaging your cells, including your DNA, which could lead to an increased cancer risk. Research from Tel Aviv University in Israel showed considerable oxidative stress in the saliva of heavy mobile phone users compared to deaf users’ saliva who obviously …
Athletes have known that drinking watermelon juice before an intense workout reduces muscle soreness but now its been proven. Research from the Technical University of Cartagena in Spain found that those that drank 500 mls natural watermelon juice before an intense workout had almost no aches and pains in their muscles the next day. Encarna …
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Does pigging out stretch my stomach? Your stomach is very stretchy and can handle the occasional large meal. However do this regularly and it will remain out of shape and hamper digestion. Grazers rather than gorgers live longer and have less digestive problems! Should I drink milk before alcohol to line my stomach? Milk is the …
Yet another benefit of coconut oil! As well as reducing dementia and aiding weight loss Irish researchers have now found that this type of oil also helps with tooth decay. Tooth decay and gum disease affects 60-90% of children and the majority of adults and has wider health implications than just the teeth affecting the …
