Category Archives: Food and Nutrition
Health Benefits of Orange Juice: Good Anti-Fat Neutralizer?
Did you know that drinking orange juice is good for your health? Duh, of course everyone knows that already! Okay, did you know that orange juice can sort of “neutralize” the unhealthy food you’ve been stuffing yourself with every time you go to McDonalds? You didn’t, didn’t you? Anyhoo, according to some researchers from the [...]
Omega-3 Health Benefits: Healthy Gums and Teeth?
If you are eating foods that are rich in omega-3 such as salmon, mackerel and albacore tuna, you may have a lower risk of developing gum disease, a study suggests. The study, published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, found that those who consumed intermediate high amounts of DHA, a main fish-derived omega-3 [...]
Yakult + Activia & Actimel Probiotics: Effective Immune Boosters or Bad Health Hype?
In television advertisements, we are told that probiotic products help maintain our immune system and digestive health. However, the European Food Society Authority (EFSA) is questioning these claims saying that they are not supported by sound science. According to the Guardian, an EFSA panel of independent scientists has concluded that the evidence submitted by manufacturers [...]
DHA Fish Oil Supplement = Smarter Babies?
Is it true that taking fish oil supplement during your pregnancy will make your baby smarter? According to a recent research published in The Journal of the American Medical Association, the answer is most probably “No”. The New York Times reports:
Dark Chocolate: Good or Bad Health Effects?
Is dark chocolate good or bad for your health? Health experts are still debating. Check out the story below. ***** Dark chocolate, which contains polyphenols, can be a part of a healthy diet according to a study which found that polyphenols found in cocoa solids may help control cholesterol levels among type II diabetics.
