Monthly Archives: May 2009

Greasy Foods & Type 2 Diabetes

Just published in Diabetes Forcast magazine, “Binging on greasy foods during your summer vacation could have long-term consequences for your health.  A study of mice found that after just two weeks on a diet rich in fatty foods, the tissue … Continue reading

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Does Your Multi-Vitamin Pass?

According to consumerlabs.com, out of 21 multi-vitamins for adults and children that were tested, only ten met their claims and other quality standards.  One was contaminated with 15.3 micrograms of lead per serving!  How does your multi-vitamin do when compared … Continue reading

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Resvaratrol and Prostrate Cancer

The phytochemical resveratrol contained in red grapes has been shown to inhibit prostate cancer cell growth, in part, through its antioxidant activity Muscadine grapes contain unique phytochemical constituents compared with other grapes and are potentially a source for novel compounds … Continue reading

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Exercise Can Actually Make You Smarter

Research being conducted by Arthur Kramer at the University of Illinois have concluded that regular aerobic exrecise improves mental function and prevents cognitive decline.  He and his colleagues divided people who were 60 to 80 years old into two groups.  … Continue reading

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