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The majority of people have at one time or another been told to “take a probiotic” by their healthcare provider to boost their immunity either during or after being unwell. But, which probiotic we take is usually limited to the first bottle we see on the pharmacy shelf with the word ‘probiotic’ in it, which is probably […]
A study led by researchers from the Texas A&M University System and Central Texas Veterans Health Care System, or CTVHCS, shows how a protein known as STING could be a therapeutic target for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD. The study, “Expression of STING Is Increased in Liver Tissues from Patients with NAFLD and Promotes […]
Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and dietary supplements are widely used and popular, with US households spending an average of almost USD 350 annually on OTC products. In 2006 an average of EUR 67.50 was spent per person on OTC products in Germany. The use of various OTC drugs and dietary supplements is highly prevalent in Europe […]
Tricking the brain into eating less by serving food on a smaller plate doesn’t necessarily work, according a new study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers, who found that when people are food-deprived, they’re more likely to identify a portion size accurately, no matter how it is served. The new study, published in […]
However, this does not necessarily mean that vodka is a good choice for a person looking to lose weight. In this article, we compare the nutritional profiles of vodka and other types of alcohol. We also describe how drinking alcohol can interfere with weight loss. How many calories does vodka have? A 1.5-ounce serving of […]
New evidence published today shows there is little or no effect of omega 3 supplements on our risk of experiencing heart disease, stroke or death. Omega 3 is a type of fat. Small amounts of omega 3 fats are essential for good health, and they can be found in the food that we eat. The […]
I don’t remember when my soda habit started—that’s how young I was when I took my first sip. I’ve always loved the sweetness and the fizziness. And that crisp feeling of the bubbles as they went down my throat Growing up, I only drank water when one of my parents suggested I have a glass. Why would I drink […]
A high protein diet has plenty of health benefits but if you’re supplementing your intake with shakes or snacks, new research suggests that you should keep the timing of your consumption in mind. A research review published in Nutrition Reviews has found that while protein supplements effectively increase lean mass in all users, consuming them between meals […]