In January, at the height of New Year’s resolutions, fitness coach Hannah Barry decided to share a behind-the-scenes look at her former life as a truly toxic fitness influencer. Because it was the start of the year, she knew people were looking for miracle weight loss routines and diets, and she wanted to nip the … Read more
Have you ever wondered why only hummingbirds drink nectar from bird feeders? Unlike sparrows, finches and most other birds, hummingbirds can relish sweetness because they carry the genetic instructions needed to detect sugar molecules. Like hummingbirds, we humans can sense sugar because our DNA contains gene sequences that code for the molecular detectors that allow … Read more
Hollywood legend Arnold Schwarzenegger has revealed that his 80 percent vegan diet that he has followed for the past five years has significantly lowered his bad cholesterol levels. The 74-year-old actor also insisted that he needs to be consistent with his exercise program to keep his bad cholesterol levels at bay. He reads on to … Read more
Are you tired of dealing with the discomfort of acid reflux? Look no further than the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. “Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), is a condition characterized by the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. Although various treatment options are available, including medications, changes in life and dietary … Read more
In a recent narrative review published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers explored how dietary vitamin K supplementation might promote healthy aging. Study: Vitamin K and hallmarks of aging: attention to diet and the gut microbiome. Image Credit: ratmaner/Shutterstock.com Background Dietary vitamin K is a modulator of the diet-microbiome-health axis; therefore, researchers are looking for evidence … Read more
The 5:2 diet is an excellent way to lose weight, keep it off, and improve your health in many different ways. However, it can be difficult to know what you can and cannot eat on fasting days while still getting all the right nutrition with fewer calories. Enter The Fast 800 Shakes, developed to complement … Read more
Given the vast number of people in the United States approaching age 65, interdisciplinary research into factors influencing the trajectory of cognition and brain aging in older adults is needed. In a recent review posted in nutrients, Researchers examine the collective effect of diet and exercise interventions on age-related cognition and brain health changes. Study: … Read more
Adding flavanols to your diet could help with memory, a new study shows. Adding flavanols to your diet could help with memory, a new study shows. Blackberries, cherries, apples and apricots may already be part of your diet. If not, a new study may convince you to add them. The study, conducted by Columbia University … Read more