Category: Nutrition
Weiner Alert!
I love a good hot dog. I hardly ever eat them, but certain things (Fourth of July, baseball games, an unexpected Weinerschnitzel sighting, etc) seem like the perfect time to enjoy one. USA Today published an article regarding the health risks associated with hot dogs that presented some very interesting facts.
Painkillers and your Heart, What’s the Connection?
Common Painkillers Linked to Irregular Heart Rhythm.
Commonly used painkillers to treat inflammation are linked to an increased risk of irregular heart rhythm (known as atrial fibrillation or flutter), concludes a new study.
A Pomegranate per Day Helps Keep Inflammation at Bay?
Studies in recent years have claimed multiple health benefits of pomegranate juice, including that it is a good source of antioxidants and lowers both cholesterol and blood pressure, especially in diabetic and hypertensive patients. A preliminary study now suggests that it can ward off a number of complications in kidney disease patients on dialysis, including the high morbidity rate due to infections and cardiovascular events, according to a paper being presented at the American Society of Nephrology’s 43rd Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition in Denver, CO.
Can Coffee Really Be Good for You?
New Evidence That Caffeine Is a Healthful Antioxidant in Coffee
I found this article in Science Daily that was quite interesting because it was almost the exact one I found on another site that stated the same information but fell short the say that the antioxidants found in the coffee may be the reason for the healthful impact on our daily cup-o-joe.
Signs of Food Allergies in Babies
As parents, we strive to recognize any discomfort or irritation our children may be experiencing. This is especially true with babies, since they can’t communicate their needs. Once you move into introducing more solid foods, food allergies can arise. So, what are the signs to watch for?
90% of us Use a Drug Every Day. What is it? Caffeine
That’s right…..90% of us indulge in our drug habit every day; caffeine. More than half of American adults consume more than 300mg a day. Caffeine is a natural component in coffee, tea and other drinks and is used mostly for it’s energy properties. It is also used in some medicines as a cardiac stimulant and [...]
Female Athletes Could be at Increased Health Risks
By Cindy Burreson Female athletes such as ballerinas or track participants could be at risk for several health problems such as low bone density and abnormal vascular function according to a new study. Because these athletes are exerting more energy, but not necessarily eating enough calories to support it or overstressing their bodies, they can [...]
Are We Going to Need a Prescription to Buy Cheerios?
by Derek Burreson The FDA blasts the cereal maker, General Mills, because of their claim that Cheerios can “lower cholesterol 10 Percent in a month” which makes it a drug. The agency has been increasingly clamping down on many companies that connect their products with treating, curing or preventing diseases.The advertising and labeling guidelines for [...]
We All Scream for Ice Cream!
by Cindy Burreson But….we may also scream at it’s effects on our waistline! Ice cream is a seemingly logical treat in the summer months, but have you ever really taken a look at your favorite ice cream’s nutritional contents (or lack thereof)? Don’t be fooled by key marketing words like "organic, healthy ingredients, hormone-free, dairy-free", [...]
In 4-diet study, all lost weight if they watched their calories— The common sense diet!
by Derek Burreson I came across this article in the Health and Behavior section in USA Today. It states “A landmark study shows that people can lose weight on a variety of diets — including low-fat plans and low-carb ones — as long as they consume fewer calories”. So to break it down a little [...]
