Research is finding that the long-known risk factors for heart disease and stroke are also risk factors for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's. The main risk factors are high blood pressure, cholesterol, and high blood sugar. It may seem like a strange connection at first, but give it deeper thought. If your blood vessels become clogged, blood is unable to flow … [Read more...] about Keeping A Healthy Brain As You Age
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The Health Dangers Of Yo-Yo Dieting
The health effects of being overweight or obese are numerous… and very serious. Weight loss is a multi-billion dollar industry, as many individuals set out to lose weight and live a healthy lifestyle. Losing some weight can help lower blood sugar levels, as well as reduce risk of complications due to diabetes. However, certain dieting methods can be dangerous for diabetics. … [Read more...] about The Health Dangers Of Yo-Yo Dieting
Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
Decades ago, the sugar industry paid off Harvard scientists to lie about what roles sugar and fat play in your diet. Even though there was plenty of evidence to prove them wrong, these scientists chose to publish only the studies that supported their scheme. This is not a bold claim, see this New York Times story about the farce. And there are more. Their goal was to reduce … [Read more...] about Fat Is Good, Sugar Is Bad – Research Continues To Prove The Truth
These Food “Trends” Are Worth A Second Look
These days, it seems there are always new products being put on the shelves, and new trends being discussed in blogs. Gluten-free, paleo, Mediterranean, shakes, crackers, cookies, etc. Food trends are everywhere. There are a few food trends, however, that may be worth a second look. Fat Goodbye low-fat… fat is back! For decades, fat was made out to be the enemy of … [Read more...] about These Food “Trends” Are Worth A Second Look
Snooze Food – Eat This, Sleep Better
If you are experiencing trouble sleeping, you’ve probably tried several remedies in an attempt to get some better quality zzz’s. Have you ever considered that there are foods in your kitchen that could help? It’s true! The nutrients in some foods can help is to relax. Before we talk about those sleep-helping foods, let’s quickly review a few foods and drinks to avoid … [Read more...] about Snooze Food – Eat This, Sleep Better