Posted by SoundHealth
on Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Growing research is finding that one of the keys to good health can be found in our guts - specifically, in the bacteria that live in the digestive tract. These bacteria ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Learning a new, complex skill such as juggling has been found to boost connections between different parts of the brain, enhancing brain development. These connections re ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Sage is a potent herb with many uses both in the kitchen and medicinally. Its range of health-enhancing properties includes improving brain health, regulating hormones, p ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 16, 2009
This rice pudding recipe uses brown rice, which is much healthier than the white version. Whole grain brown rice contains all parts of the rice kernel, meaning that it re ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 16, 2009
Individuals who consume a diet high in sodium (found in processed and junk food) or artificially sweetened drinks (usually 'diet' sodas) are more likely to experience a d ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 16, 2009
This delicious, wholesome soup contains broccoli, a highly nutritional vegetable.
It is a very simple recipe, using only a handful of ingredients, but tastes delicious ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, November 13, 2009
This valuable nutrient is a powerful antioxidant that has many essential roles in the body. It is vital for providing energy to cells, promoting cell growth and protectin ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, November 13, 2009
Coriander, or cilantro, is a remarkable healing plant and it is unusual in that its leaves are used as a herb and its seeds as a spice. This versatile ingredient not only ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Compounds produced by frying, grilling, or pasteurizing may be a leading cause of inflammation and ageing, according to a new study from the US.
Reducing intakes of co ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Tuesday, November 10, 2009
All plants contain phytontutrients- also known as phytochemicals, which are naturally occurring compounds that are beneficial for health. Many phytonutrients are powerful ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Thursday, November 05, 2009
Insoluble dietary fiber, or roughage, not only helps to keep you regular, it also plays a vital role in the immune system, keeping certain diseases at bay.
The indig ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Correctly combining foods is associated with considerably improving digestion. Good digestion is crucial for our long-term health and well-being. If we don't digest and a ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
Eating a diet high in processed food increases the risk of depression, research suggests. What's more, people who eat lots of vegetables, fruit and fish actually have a l ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
For optimum health, the body needs balanced quantities of acid and alkaline foods, and it functions at its best when its internal environment is slightly alkaline.
Al ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
Pomegranate is a rich source of antioxidants, and has been linked to improving heart health, joint health, dental health, and supporting a healthy immune system.
A gro ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
Curcumin is the main active compound found in the spice turmeric, popularly known as the curry spice. Curcumin has previously shown anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, antif ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
Drinking at least one glass of low sodium vegetable juice every day may help overweight people to lose more weight, new research has found.
In the study, adults who dr ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Monday, November 02, 2009
A diet high in fructose increases the risk of developing high blood pressure (hypertension), according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, October 23, 2009
A new study provides more evidence that supports eating a healthy diet low in meat and high in plant-based foods like fruits and vegetables, to tackle obesity and prevent ...
Posted by SoundHealth
on Friday, October 23, 2009
Red cabbage contains 36 different varieties of anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids that have been linked to cancer protection, according to a study conducted in the U.S.
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