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In an uplifting evaluation that proves the right foods can triumph over bad genes – Spanish researchers found that the potent antioxidant phenol compounds in extra virgin olive oil stifle the activity of several genes that promote inflammation. They fed 20 study subjects controlled breakfasts on different occasions. Some were fed a breakfast enriched with [...] Berries are low in calories, high in fiber, loaded with phytochemicals, and totally adaptable—they can be eaten fresh or frozen, tossed into salads, smoothies, yogurt, cereal, cottage cheese, or eaten alone. And, if you are wondering why I am so fond of this fruit – read on>>! The diminutive, yet all-powerful blueberry is a true work horse in terms of fortifying wellness and a new report gives us yet another reason to include them regularly in our diets – maintaining an abundance of healthy bacteria in our colons. Read More >> Gamma tocophenal, a high performing form of vitamin E, continues to make headline news on the disease-busting front. Studies have linked this antioxidant work horse to better cardiovascular health and protection from a host of different cancers. Fortunately, the foods that provide the very best supply are amongst the most delicious too – pistachios (bet [...] I am totally bullish on regularly drinking freshly brewed tea as a quick, easy, and highly effective means of delivering a hefty dose of healthful antioxidants to your cells. Thanks to a new report from Food Research International (Sept 09), there is a simple and tasty way to turbo charge the process – add some [...] The Mediterranean Diet hit another healthy home run with 2 new studies adding to its long and successful record on the disease-fighting front. A slew of former studies have established this delicious dietary pattern (high in plant foods, fish, olive oil, moderate in red wine, and low in meat) as beneficial for heart health, cancer [...] On the subject of potent antioxidants, we now know that constantly infusing our bodies with a steady stream of them should be the “bedrock” for healthy living. A landmark, highly ambitious study that monitored genetic mutations through the human equivalent of 5,000 years — has shown for the very first time that the lion’s share [...] Antioxidants create biochemical bliss at the cellular level – readily neutralizing those rogue, destructive molecules called free radicals that are constantly generated within our cells. Plant foods have always been the ideal place to get them and thanks to two new investigations, we should all be even more reassured that we are doing our antioxidant [...] |
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