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Scientists from the University of Warwick in England have finally identified the enzyme responsible for “loading up” fat-carrying particles in the liver, which are then transported around the body. The study, which appeared in the Journal of Lipid Research, also revealed how this enzyme could be “slimmed down” to reduce the amount of bad cholesterol that is carried throughout the body. This could pave the way for the development of new treatments aimed at preventing cardiovascular disease. In their paper, the researchers looked at the enzyme diacylglycerol acyltransferase 1 (DGAT1) and how inhibiting its production affects the body. DGAT1 is a fat-synthesizing enzyme that is present in the…
Diabetes is now a worldwide epidemic, putting researchers on the offensive as they continue to search for ways to stop it. A study published in the journal Nutrition Research found that supplementing with vitamin D can reduce insulin resistance and improve the levels of fasting blood sugar in healthy adults, preventing the development of diabetes. For the study, researchers at Waseda University in Japan and Shanghai University of Sport in China looked at whether supplementing with vitamin D for a year would improve insulin resistance. They hypothesized that improved 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D), also known as calcifediol, status after vitamin D supplementation…
To some people, going gluten-free is just another dietary fad driven by a desire for attention and different-ness. But emerging science suggests that, at least for those with a legitimate gluten intolerance or allergy, avoiding this common grain component is absolutely critical for maintaining optimal mental health. Believe it or not, gluten can impair normal brain function in a major way. In those with autoimmune disorders like Hashimoto’s, for instance, gluten can actually trigger delusions, paranoia, and psychosis, as was the case with one 37-year-old doctoral candidate who, because of her extreme reaction to gluten, became the subject of a…
A vast majority of Americans take a prescription medication on a routine basis. According to researchers from the Mayo Clinic and Olmsted Medical Center, at least 70 percent of Americans are on at least one med. At least 50 percent take at least two meds, and 1 out of every 5 Americans is hooked on five or more prescription drugs. The most commonly prescribed drugs are antibiotics, opioids, and anti-depressants. The physical and mental health of this nation looks terribly bleak. Most people want to trust a “professional” with their health. They want someone to confide in, to look up…
Researchers recommend changing the source of protein in a diet from red meat to plant-based food. Their new study shows that eating more plant proteins reduces the chances of developing cardiovascular disease. Their meta-analysis evaluated the results of previous experiments involving the effects of red meat on the health of consumers. During the earlier controlled trials, other types of food served as substitutes for meat. The results got compared with those attributed to consuming the animal-based food product. Researchers from Harvard University and Purdue University conducted the study. They published their findings in the scientific journal Circulation. “Previous findings from randomized controlled trials evaluating the effects of red meat on cardiovascular…
A Finnish study found that men could improve their chances of avoiding Type 2 diabetes by eating eggs every day. Eggs could lower the levels of two chemicals associated with the risk of developing metabolic disease. Earlier experiments determined that regular consumption of eggs could enhance insulin resistance by improving the effectiveness of the hormone at metabolizing glucose. Other studies looked into the ways that eating eggs could support the healthy functions of the heart. Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland (UEF) decided to evaluate the effects of eating eggs on people who were vulnerable to Type 2 diabetes. They succeeded in identifying the preventive impact of several unidentified compounds…
Living a sedentary life may cause more harm to your health than you think. A study published in JNCI Cancer Spectrum found that sitting and watching television for at least two hours may increase your risk of colorectal cancer before you reach age 50. The number of people diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 50 continues to increase in the U.S., and globally. Colorectal cancer in younger people is typically more aggressive and found at a more advanced stage than those in older people, which results in greater years of life lost. For the study, researchers from Harvard Medical School and…
It’s normal to have a bad day (or two), but when things aren’t going your way, do you criticize yourself or do you tell yourself you can do better next time? According to a unique study, practicing self-love doesn’t just improve your psychological well-being, it also benefits your physical health. The study, which was published in the journal Clinical Psychological Science, was conducted by researchers from the University of Exeter and the University of Oxford. The link between “self-compassion” and your health The findings of the study suggest that participating in “self-compassion” exercises can help slow down the heart rate and switch off the body’s threat…
Fibroids are a common health condition for women: Up to 80 percent will develop one during their lifetime. However, for something that occurs for most women, most are in the dark on what fibroids really are and how these could be treated – and even prevented. It’s a good thing Mother Nature has you covered. Here’s what you need to know about fibroids, and how to treat them without popping a pill or going under the knife. What are fibroids? Fibroids refer to noncancerous growths in your uterus. These go by many names: uterine fibroids, leiomyomas, or myomas, and they…
If you’re struggling to lose weight, it might be time to add liver- and gut-cleansing foods to your diet. By eating certain kinds of nutritious foods, you can boost your body’s detoxification process. According to Dr. Charles Passler, a nutritionist based in New York, a healthy liver can take toxins, turn them into a water-soluble form, and efficiently flush them out of your body. Detoxify your liver with a nutrient-rich diet By eating the right kinds of food, you can easily eliminate foreign chemicals that your body is exposed to when you consume unhealthy snacks. The six foods included in the…
One of the key challenges in preventing cancers and other chronic diseases is helping consumers make healthier food choices. For this reason, some countries are considering implementing a simplified labeling system that informs consumers of the nutritional quality of food products. The Nutri-Score is France’s official nutrition label, but it remains optional as per European labeling regulations. It is a five-color nutrition label that was based on the Nutrient Profiling System of the British Food Standards Agency modified version (FSAm-NPS) score. To test the relevance of the two labels as nutritional profiling systems, a team of European researchers conducted a prospective analysis…
As many in the world celebrate “Pride Month” amid a surge in demands for acceptance of the idea that gender is more complex and fluid than the binary categories of male and female, The Vatican has blasted modern gender theory, claiming in a new document that it seeks to “annihilate the concept of ‘nature’.” (Article by Tyler Durden republished from ZeroHedge) The document, which carries the title “Male And Female: He Created Them” was released by the Vatican June 10 without prior announcement. Described as an aid for Catholic schoolteachers and parents on how to address the topic of gender theory in line with…
If you think you’ve been seeing a lot more kids with glasses lately than you have in the past, it’s not just your imagination: A record number of young people are being diagnosed with nearsightedness – and excessive screen time appears to be the culprit. Nearsightedness, or myopia, currently affects 40 percent of North Americans, with the number of cases doubling between 1972 and 2004 and continuing to climb at rates being described as “epidemic.” In Europe, the rate of myopia among those aged 25 to 29 is 42.2 percent, which is nearly double the rate of those aged 55…
Menopausal symptoms can be very unpleasant, and many women end up undergoing hormone replacement therapy to find some relief. Now, however, researchers have found a very attractive and far safer alternative in the form of flax seed. Women of menopausal age face all sorts of symptoms, which are collectively referred to as menopausal syndrome. This can start well before menopause actually occurs. During perimenopause, women might have irregular menstruation, but it’s not really considered menopause until menstruation has stopped for more than a year. Nevertheless, women can face symptoms during this time such as mood swings, hot flashes, night sweats,…
A 37-year-old man from Illinois has been sentenced to serve two years in prison for using all-natural cannabis oil to treat his stage-three testicular cancer. Even though Illinois recently legalized cannabis for adult use, Thomas J. Franzen had reportedly ordered a large amount of THC-infused edibles from California prior to this law being passed, which prosecutors used as an excuse to charge him with “drug trafficking.” According to reports, Franzen, who had never previously been convicted of a crime or even been arrested, plead guilty in Kane County Circuit Court to possessing more than 5,000 grams, or 176 ounces, of…
As it turns out, babies do come with tools to help them understand the world. That’s what Dr. Ana Flo of the NeuroSpin Center and her international team of researchers suggest in their study, published in the journal Developmental Science. The team found that humans are born with memory capacity and the ability to process language, as well as the ability to use at least two types of cues to parse continuous speech – one of the first steps in acquiring a language. This means that newborns come into this world with skills they need to pick out words. “Before…