By Laura Brown, Teesside University Raw food diets are a fairly recent trend, including raw veganism. The belief being that the less processed food is, the better. However, not all food is more nutritious when eaten raw. Indeed, some vegetables are actually more nutritious when…
By Study Finds Sticking to the Mediterranean diet can help young men overcome depression, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Technology Sydney say doctors should look to send youngsters dealing with depressive symptoms to a nutritionist or dietitian as part of…
By Sayer Ji Known since ancient times as a ‘remedy for everything but death,’ an increasingly vast body of scientific research reveals that it is indeed one of nature’s most potent and versatile healing agents. A few years ago, we wrote an article about nigella…
By Dr. Diane Fulton Black raspberries, when compared to more well-known red raspberries or blackberries, may surprise you for their sweet delicious taste as well as their strong health properties. Black and red raspberries are varieties from the same Rubus family so their nutritional contents,…
By ANH-USA.org Senator Dick Durbin’s (D-IL) bill that threatens tens of thousands of products has officially been introduced. We need all hands on deck to oppose it. Action Alert! Sen. Dick Durbin has launched his supplement attack by introducing his “Dietary Supplement Listing Act of…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group From cognitive protection to immune support here are five compelling reasons to incorporate sweet potatoes into your everyday diet. Sweet potatoes are more than just a popular staple food serving as a sweet appetizer, side dish or filling snack on their…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Get acquainted with the unique ways that chestnuts aid in wellness, from protecting against memory loss to potentially fighting tumors and various chronic diseases. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire might as well be a timeless image of Christmas. These nuts,…
By James Brown, Aston University Vitamin D is important for maintaining health, as it has many roles in the human body. But there is more than one form of vitamin D, and recent research suggests that these forms may have different effects. So what are…
By Cody Watling, University of Oxford; Aurora Perez-Cornago, University of Oxford, and Tim Key, University of Oxford A growing number of people are choosing to eat less meat. There are many reasons people may choose to make this shift, but health is often cited as…
By Richard Hoffman, University of Hertfordshire Fruit and vegetables contain many nutrients and minerals that play an important role in helping us maintain good health. Take flavonoids, for example. These are a group of naturally occurring compounds that are found in many foods – including…
By GMI Reporter Most of us have seen the Top 10 lists of why we should be drinking lemon water. But do we really know the added vitality and cleansing effects on the body lemon water provides? Lemon water sounds like a good idea, and…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Consuming honey, nature’s sweet gift freely given through the work and movement of honeybees, gets sweeter in light of its wide-ranging health benefits. For your cup of freshly brewed tea or to sweeten your homemade desserts, do you tend to reach…
By Mayukh Saha Microwaves were created to make it easier for you to have a quick warm meal. It might be great to warm up your food but the negative effects of using this device might make you want to stop using the microwave. Studies…
By Iris Meyers Many breakfast cereals claim to be a healthy way to start the day. Their boxes feature cute, colorful characters and catchy slogans that attract children, and their promise of a “complete” breakfast with whole grains, fiber and vitamins captures adults’ attention. Cereal…
By Amanda Froelich Ah, another new year is upon us. After a dizzying night of champagne, celebrations, and perhaps too much dessert, we’re all thinking forward to “better days” in which we feel less bloated and a little slimmer in our skinnies. Well, friends, if…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group The most in-depth analysis to date confirms the importance of omega-3 fats for heart health. If fatty fish is not a regular part of your diet, you may need to consider supplementing omega-3 fatty acids to keep your heart happy and…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Here are five compelling, science-based reasons why your diet shouldn’t miss out on sesame seeds — be they roasted, soaked or sprouted — beyond the occasional sprinkling and added texture on your burger bun. In Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,…
By Margie King, Health Coach Age-related macular degeneration is on the rise. This ancient spice may save your sight. As Baby Boomers mature en masse, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is on the rise. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss among people 50 and older. It…
By Marinka Steur, University of Cambridge and Nita Forouhi, University of Cambridge Heart disease is a major cause of death worldwide – responsible for some 9 million deaths a year. But it is preventable, and health behaviour changes – such as exercising more, quitting smoking…
By Mayukh Saha For those who suffer from it, migraines can change their lives. And finding a cure for them is just as tough. However, for one certain individual who had suffered migraine attacks for more than a decade, the cure was a diet based…
