A fruit and vegetable intake above five-a-day shows major benefit in reducing the chance of heart attack, stroke, cancer and early death. But, according to new research, 10 servings is better. Scientists from Imperial College London analyzed 95 studies on fruit and vegetable intake. The team found that although even the recommended five portions of […]
Foods High in Selenium
Selenium is an essential mineral for the human body. It helps to create antioxidant enzymes that help prevent and protect cells from oxidative stress (damage.) It’s also vital for thyroid and immune system health. There are some easy and delicious ways to get more selenium naturally in your diet. Brazil Nuts Boasting 2550 mcg of selenium–more […]
Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds Baked, spiced or raw, pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas in the culinary world, are a versatile seed with multifaceted health benefits. Packed with Omega-3 and Omega-6 essential fatty acids, these earthy-sweet seeds offer plenty of health benefits, so it’s easy to see why they have been widely used in […]
Health Benefits of Pecans
When it comes to nuts, don’t pick on the pecan for its hard-to-crack shell; what lies within is a bundle of cholesterol-lowering, antioxidant-promoting nutritional benefits in the sweet, soft, crunch of a nut. The health-promoting phenolic compounds may not negate the effects of piling up a plate of rich pecan pie at Thanksgiving, but if […]
Resveratrol Supplements May Benefit PCOS
A new study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism says that resveratrol–a natural compound found in red wine and grapes–can help address a hormone imbalance in women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). An estimated 5 million to 6 million women in the United States have PCOS, according to theHormone Health Network. It is […]
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