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07/28/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The power of healthy nutrition: Just one cup of blueberries a day reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women

Postmenopausal women can reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease by consuming even just one cup of blueberries a day, according to a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Researchers from Florida State University looked at the effects of daily consumption of blueberries on cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as […]

04/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

The best metabolism-boosting foods to help you lose weight and KEEP it off

Struggling to lose those extra pounds and actually keep them off? Instead of trying ineffective diet fads, eat foods with “super nutrients proven to help you to burn fat.” According to nutritionist Rick Hay, you can effectively lose weight by eating more metabolism-boosting foods, so you can burn extra calories without going to extremes. Hay […]

12/04/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Food quality found to impact risk of cancer regardless of weight: Choosing natural foods over processed foods keeps the nutrients-to-calories ratio properly balanced

If you know someone who eats whatever they want and never seems to gain any weight, it’s normal to feel a little envious. However, they could be doing their body just as much harm as they would by gaining weight. This is according to a new study that reveals the quality of your food counts […]

11/14/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Food safety review: Experts review the risks of different foods

Lots of traditional advice becomes outdated as we learn more about the way the world around us works. For example, we now know that going outside with wet hair won’t cause you to catch a cold, you can indeed get pregnant if you’re breastfeeding, and it won’t really take seven years for your body to […]

07/07/2017 / By Russel Davis

Daily smoothie with vitamin D and omega-3 oils found to improve fertility in women

Regular consumption of fruit smoothies fortified with vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids may boost a woman’s likelihood of getting pregnant, a new study revealed. According to study, the drink contains the same omega-3 content as a portion of salmon and a single supplement dose of vitamin D. The study also revealed that participants were more […]

02/02/2017 / By Vicki Batts

Women opting for an anti-inflammatory diet can protect themselves from osteoporosis and painful bone loss

Bone health is something that many women are concerned about, especially as they age. Osteoporosis is not a condition that anyone wants to be afflicted by when they get on in years. Conventional medicine has touted many theories on how women can protect themselves from bone loss, but a recent study has shed light on […]

12/04/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Eat soy for stronger bones

A new study from the UK suggests that soy may be very beneficial for women over 50. In fact, enough consumption of soy could actually prevent bone loss and reduce the risks of developing osteoporosis. As women enter menopause, they experience a drop in estrogen, a hormone that helps protect bones. The study followed 200 women in […]

11/04/2015 / By Julie Wilson

Women: Give in to your chocolate cravings, you’ll feel happier and thinner

The information in this article couldn’t be timelier with the recent celebration of Halloween. Unless you’re some sort of alien or an obsessive health fanatic who never eats sugar, ever, it’s likely you’ve had a few bites of chocolate over the spooky holiday. Don’t fret! It’s OK. What I’m about to tell you isn’t new news, […]

10/05/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Top 12 foods for a flat tummy

Being bloated is a terrible feeling. It makes you self-conscious and can even ruin what would otherwise be a good time. Well, say goodbye to that bloated belly. Here are 12 foods to fight bloat and bring you peace of mind: Papaya – contains papain, a protein-digesting enzyme. Avocado – contains lipase, which helps break […]

09/28/2015 / By Vicki Batts

Top 3 antioxidants for healthy skin

Everyone wants to have smooth, beautiful skin as they age. There are lots of things you can do to help maintain your youth – plenty of exercise and a healthy diet are two of the most potent actions you can take. Antioxidants, vitamins and minerals don’t just keep our insides healthy, after all. But our skin […]

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