Spicy food has long been linked to several health benefits, such as low blood pressure, weight loss, even an increased life span. Many of these benefits stem from spicy foods’ ability to heat up the body, which helps calories burn faster and speeds up your metabolism. The components capsaicin and curcumin play a major role […]
Humans have long been searching for the food of the gods. Ambrosia and nectar might be a little far-fetched, but some of the most potent, nutrient-rich superfoods can be found right here on Earth! Eating VS Supplementing Everyone knows that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. Well, at least the saying is that […]
An international team of researchers may have proven that consumption of certain nutrients during pregnancy lowers the risk of autism spectrum disorder, or ASD. Previous studies have suggested that ASD first develops in the womb, though it’s unclear if the mother’s lifestyle choices (smoking, poor diet) have any sort of effect on the disorder’s likelihood. […]
For the very first time, the US Food and Drug Administration has allowed a food item to claim it may prevent peanut allergies in infants. Created by a Long Island physician, “Hello, Peanut” is a powdered peanut product that is meant to be mixed into baby food for infants who are around five months old […]
Regardless of your thoughts on climate change, the idea of multiple catastrophic hurricanes occurring at the same time is unsettling to say the least. Earlier this month, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Jose and Hurricane Katia were simultaneously hovering over the Atlantic Ocean. It’s only natural to interpret this collaborative onslaught of rain and wind as a […]
Hair loss is far less stigmatized for men than woman, since most people are accustomed to seeing men with bald or shaved heads. But according to new research, the prevalence of male pattern baldness doesn’t make it any less emotionally painful, especially for those who are yet to reach middle age. Researchers commissioned by Asda […]
A team of scientists might have discovered why members of hunter-gatherer tribes are so much healthier than modern societies. Based in north-central Tanzania, the Hadza tribe is one of the few remaining groups of people living the same nomadic lifestyle all human beings did thousands of years ago. Their diet changes every season because they […]
In a testament to America’s notorious dislike for exercise, a recent study found that even a cash prize cannot turn people into regular gym-goers. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin at Madison enlisted 836 new members of a private gym, the majority of whom said they joined the gym with the intent to exercise three […]
The rise of extreme diets gives the impression that the only way to effectively protect your health is to make major changes in eating habits, like giving up popular food groups. New research, however, suggests that a slight change in diet is all you need to increase your life expectancy. Defining Good Eating Habits According […]
Sugary drinks have been tied to myriad physical conditions ranging from obesity all the way to dementia. Nevertheless, Americans aren’t expected to cut down on such beverages anytime soon, largely because they are the natural choice to accompany virtually any savory food item. Eating a massive sandwich or slice of steak with a boring glass […]
