Drinking red wine may help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new study from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Researchers found that giving Cabernet Sauvignon to mice significantly reduced levels of Alzheimer’s disease-type brain deterioration and protected memory function.
From the Mount Sinai School of Medicine:
Cabernet sauvignon red wine reduces the risk of Alzheimer’s […]
Archive for September, 2006
Drinking red wine might help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Published September 27th, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging, Brain Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsBrown Seaweed: The next “big thing” in fat-burning?
Published September 17th, 2006 in Weight Loss, Healthy Foods, Supplements and Health Studies. 0 CommentsBrown seaweed contains a substance that may help to reduce body fat, according to new research from Japan. Called fucoxanthin, the compound was found to reduce the bodyweights of test animals by 5 to 10 percent.
The good news is that fucoxanthin seems to target abdominal fat (”belly fat”) and is found in abundant amounts in […]
New research shows that getting a little more sunlight during the day can make you more alert and help you avoid energy slumps. If your energy levels tend to lag in the afternoon, try going outside for a few minutes, opening some windows, or even buying one of the new “full spectrum” sun lamps for […]
Study: Drinking green tea protects against disease, extends life
Published September 13th, 2006 in Healthy Foods and Health Studies. 0 CommentsPeople who drink a lot of green tea live longer, according to a new study from Japan. Researchers found that high levels of green tea consumption significantly cuts the risk of dying from a variety of illnesses, especially cardiovascular disease. The powerful polyphenol antioxidants found in green tea may be responsible for its ability to […]
Study: UVB radiation from sunlight can protect against some cancers
Published September 8th, 2006 in Cancer Help and Health Studies. 0 CommentsA recent study confirmed that exposure to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation is associated with a reduced risk of 16 different types of cancer. Why? Because UVB rays, which are part of sunlight, enable the body to produce vitamin D, a known cancer-fighter.
According to a co-author of the study, Dr. Cedric Garland:
“Enhancing vitamin D status appears […]