VITAMIN B-3 MAY HELP PREVENT GLAUCOMA – New research suggests that vitamin B-3 may help prevent glaucoma. (There is currently no cure for glaucoma, a group of neurodegenerative diseases that affect the optic nerve and leads to visual impairment and blindness. It affects more than 60 million people worldwide.) Scientists carried out tests on a […]

VEGETABLE PIGMENT MAY SUPPORT INTELLIGENCE Scientists have found evidence that links consumption of a pigment found in leafy greens to the preservation of what is known as crystallized intelligence. (Crystallized intelligence is the ability to use the skills and knowledge one has acquired over a lifetime.) Carotenoids are pigments made by plants, and of these, […]

OMEGA-3s LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE IN YOUNG ADULTS A study has found that healthy young people may be able to help prevent the onset of high blood pressure by eating diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids. (Omega-3s are essential fats, mostly found in fish and some types of plant oils.) Researchers studied 2,036 young, healthy adults […]

POMEGRANATE EXTRACT PROTECTS THE BRAIN AGAINST ALZHEIMER’S AND DEGENERATION New research shows that a diet rich in pomegranates has significant positive impacts on the brain health of mice with Alzheimer’s disease. An international team of scientists supplemented the standard diets of mice (that had been bred to provide a model of Alzheimer’s disease) with a […]

SIX EXTRACTS HOLD KEYS TO DELAYING AGING AND DISEASE A newly released study indicates that six previously identified plant extracts can significantly delay the aging process, each by targeting a different signalling pathway via which the body slows down or speeds up aging, known as pro-longevity and pro-death pathways. (In essence, different signalling pathways in […]

EARLY EVIDENCE THAT CINNAMON MAY BOOST INTELLIGENCE New research has found the first evidence, based on work with mice, that cinnamon may have the potential to boost human intelligence. The learning improvement in poor-learning mice after cinnamon treatment was significant. As one example, poor-learning mice took about 150 seconds to find the right hole in […]

Cruciferous Compound Blocks Mouth, Neck Cancers A new study demonstrates that sulforaphane, a potent compound in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, kale, and cabbage, activates a protective genetic pathway that detoxifies carcinogens in the body, providing protection from mouth and neck cancers. (About 30,000 new oral cancers are diagnosed in the U.S. annually, with about […]

Teens Who Eat Fruits Cut Risk of Breast Cancer by 25 Per Cent Scientists have reported that eating fruits during the teen years may protect against the occurrence of breast cancer later in life. Fruits and vegetables are rich sources of fibre, vitamins, and other biologically active substances that are thought to offer protection against […]

The Latest Research on Nutrition, Health & Anti-Aging From Around the World Raspberries Have Strong Metabolic, Anti-Inflammatory Effects Six separate studies have been released simultaneously, all pointing to raspberries as having potent effects on various aspects of health including cardiovascular risk reduction, normal blood glucose level maintenance, healthy liver function, and anti-inflammatory effects related to […]

Tree Extract Targets and Kills Pancreatic Cancer Cells A new study has concluded that a natural extract of the neem tree has the potential to treat pancreatic cancer. (The neem tree is native to India. Pancreatic cancer has the highest mortality rate of all cancers with 94% of patients dying within five years of diagnosis. […]

Higher Intake of Leafy Greens Helps Prevent Glaucoma Researchers have found that natural compounds in leafy green vegetables may lower the risk of getting glaucoma. (Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness afflicting three million Americans. One in 10 people with this disease lose their eyesight despite treatment.) Tracking of over 100,000 men and women […]

Eating More Home-Made Meals Lowers Risk of Diabetes According to new research, people who eat more home-cooked meals have a lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 58,000 women and more than 41,000 men and followed them for as long as 36 years. None of the participants had diabetes, cardiovascular […]

Wild Blueberries Boost Cognitive Ability Among Schoolchildren Scientists have found that consuming wild blueberries may have a significant effect on the cognitive ability of primary schoolchildren. In this first-of-its-kind study, they gave 21 children, aged 7 to 10, a drink containing either a high dose of wild blueberry (about 1.75 cups), a low dose (3/4 […]

Mediterranean Diet Reduces Risk of Depression New research has found that eating a Mediterranean diet (or any similarly healthy dietary pattern comprised of fruit, vegetables, legumes, and nuts, and low in processed meats) is associated with prevention of the onset of depression. This large study of 15,093 people suggests depression could be linked with nutrient […]

Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Alzheimer's Disease Researchers have found that people who are deficient in vitamin D have a 21% greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease (AD). (Vitamin D is a fat-soluble steroid hormone that possesses a wide range of health-promoting effects and that can potentially help combat many disorders, including non-skeletal, age-associated disorders. […]

High-Fibre Diet in Pregnancy Cuts Risk of Childhood Asthma Scientists have concluded that women who consume a high-fibre diet during pregnancy may be reducing the risk of their baby eventually developing asthma. This suggests a high-fibre diet alters the gut bacteria during pregnancy, producing anti-inflammatory substances that suppress asthma-related genes in offspring. (Previously, researchers found […]