If you think you might have Leaky Gut Syndrome, don’t start a treatment protocol without first getting tested. The symptoms of leaky gut can be very similar to other conditions, like hypothyroidism, nutrient deficiencies, or other chronic illnesses. (Of course it can be the cause of chronic illnesses, but it may not necessarily be in […]
Study: Barley Helps Lower “Bad” Cholesterol
Eating barley or foods containing barley significantly reduced levels of two types of “bad cholesterol” associated with cardiovascular risk, a St. Michael’s Hospital research paper has found. Barley reduced both low-density lipoprotein, or LDL, and non-high-density lipoprotein, or non-HDL, by seven per cent. The review also indicated that barley had similar cholesterol-lowering effects as oats, […]
Health Benefits of Oats
Oats have been heralded for quite some time for their cholesterol-lowering, heart-healthy attributes, especially since a certain American breakfast cereal popularized them for their heart-hugging qualities. However, the grain offers much more in terms of health benefits, with its high content of fiber, polyphenols and antioxidants that aid digestion, help with skin irritation and reduce […]
Study: Walnuts May Stave off Colon Cancer
Eating walnuts may change gut bacteria in a way that suppresses colon cancer, researchers led by UConn Health report in the journal Cancer Prevention Research. A team of researchers from UConn Health and The Jackson Laboratory for Genomic Medicine found that mice that ate 7-10.5 percent of their total calories as walnuts developed fewer colon […]
Health Benefits of Lentils
A member of the legume family known as a pulse, lentils were first domesticated thousands of years ago, and have been consumed as a dietary staple by multiple cultures ever since. The lentil has undergone agricultural evolution, which has resulted in multiple varieties, including the black, yellow, green and red varieties seen in stores. (Source) This […]
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