The ‘healthy’ energy drinks that really give your body and brain a boost: Expert assesses selection of sugar-free beverages and gives each one a wellness rating Designed to help us focus and concentrate better, to exercise harder for longer — or simply power through a busy day, energy drinks have become a popular choice: in
For Phil Stonell, a 59-year-old GM at a manufacturing company in the UK, the catalyst for the start of his transformation was a work photo in which he and his colleague were portrayed as Laurel and Hardy. Stonnell, unfortunately, took on the role of the latter, as a portly Oliver Hardy. That was the final
Health has always been affected by climate and weather, but is increasingly clear that the change in climate is a significant threat to human health. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 24% of global deaths are linked to environmental factors. Climate change and pollution can lead to undernutrition, mental disorders, and noncommunicable diseases including
If there’s one thing that unites all diets, it’s can’t. Diets tell you what foods you can’t eat, how much food you can’t eat, and now, with the rise of intermittent fasting, even when you can’t eat. Yes, depriving yourself of food can lead to temporary weight loss. But eating well is less about what
Wearing a face covering, physical distancing, and hand washing are not the only ways that people can protect themselves from COVID-19. Eating a healthy diet is essential to building a strong immune system so that your body is less susceptible to infection, including the coronavirus, said Carlin Rafie, a registered dietitian and professor in Virginia
EVERYONE’S BEEN paying much more attention (cough cough COVID-19) to what they’re inhaling these days. And it made us wonder: As a country, what are we inhaling these days? Our research team went deep into the data on 100 major U. S. cities and scored each on several sets of data to determine overall lung
Carrots are a good source of beta-carotene, which is a precursor of vitamin A. But to get the full health benefits of this superfood, you need an active enzyme to produce this vitamin. Beta-carotene is the bioactive compound that gives carrots their orange color. Studies with humans and mice show the conversion of beta-carotene to
Are these ‘healthy’ soups as good as they sound? From improving immunity to helping you sleep and easing IBS, our favourite winter warmer has had a makeover From a soup that promises to strengthen your immune system, to another that could help you to sleep better — can these new winter warmers be as healthy
You have to take food endorsements by athletes with a grain of salt, but it’s hard not to get sucked in by Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson’s infomercials on the Instagram account for Performance Kitchen, a new brand of microwavable frozen meals. “I’m doing everything I can to eat clean and eat right, and that
There’s change afoot in the world of fast food. More consumers now report that when dining out, the quality of the food is more important than convenience, according to a 2019 Consumer Reports poll. And a host of new fast-casual restaurants—from Sweetgreen to Cava to Chop’t—are catering to quality. If there aren’t any in your
Sometimes, nothing quite hits the spot like a steamy bowl of noodles—and ramen is no longer the only trendy option. These days, everyone seems to be slurping down pho (pronounced “fuh”) instead. Just how nutritious the recently-buzzy dish is (and how many calories pho contains), though, is still a little unclear. “Pho originated hundreds of
plum tomatoes soy sauce mirin rice wine sesame oil wasabi paste finely chopped nori cooked rice sushi seasoning (like Mizkan) seaweed This article originally appeared in the January/February 2020 issue of Women’s Health. Source: Read Full Article
RIKEN researchers have determined how a protein that transports essential amino acids across the placenta contributes to normal embryonic development in mammals. The placenta provides a supportive environment for developing mammalian fetuses. One of its most important roles is to supply nutrients, including amino acids, from the mother. But the molecular mechanisms behind the supply
A study seeking to understand the challenges of food provision in families has found working mothers feel stressed and are struggling with the added pressure of preparing healthy meals. About 62 per cent of Australians mothers are in the workforce and the majority shoulder the bulk of household and parenting duties as well. Angela Tomarelli
Whether you love ’em salty, spicy, sweet or savory, virtually everyone has a chip-aisle Kryptonite. For years, mine came in a bag emblazoned with Chester Cheetah. But at some point in your life, you realize you can’t snack the way you used to — carelessly, frequently and gluttonously. But that doesn’t mean you have to
Making a decision in the supermarket these days is an exercise in patience. There are an ever-increasing number of packaged products—all marketed to people who don’t have a lot of time to be closely doing the math on nutrition facts panels. (So if there are 280 calories per serving, and the bag says there are
A healthy diet rich in fibre is generally recommended, but new research shows it could be even more important during pregnancy to promote the wellbeing of the mother and child. Plant-based fibre is broken down in the gut by bacteria into factors that influence the immune system. Researchers from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins
Your partner’s personality can influence your life in all sorts of ways. For example, studies have shown that a conscientious partner is good for your health. Our latest study shows that they are also good for your quality of life. Personality reflects a person’s characteristic way of thinking, feeling and behaving. Psychologists tend to examine
I first noticed I was heavier than other girls my age at the beginning of high school. I’d gained about 25 pounds the summer before and walked in on the first day at around 175 pounds. Despite having never gained this much weight in such a short amount of time, I didn’t feel like I
(HealthDay)—From positive effects on cholesterol levels to reducing the risk of heart disease and even some cancers, nuts are good for you. Ounce for ounce, they are nutrient powerhouses with beneficial fats and plant protein. Many studies recommend eating 1-1/2 ounces of nuts a day, but which are best? High levels of nutrients put these
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