By Benjamin V. Treadwell, Ph.D. Have you heard about Neu5Gc? Here’s what you need to know about this sugar molecule to better understand how it affects your health. RELATED: Sugar High: The Low-Down on the Health Dangers In this article: What’s at Steak: Red Meat Can Increase the Risk of Cancer Not-So-Sweet Molecules Exception and Explanation Immune System Malfunction: Inflammation
What immediately comes to mind when someone mentions exercise? Guilt? Rationalizing? (I’m still pretty healthy even though I don’t exercise. A lot of my friends don’t exercise and they seem healthy.) Of course, not everyone should run miles at a time or lift massive weights. But there is compelling evidence to support the significant health benefits, both physical and mental, from a daily regimen of exercise appropriate for you.
Did you know that a whopping 75% of brain aging can be avoided by making small tweaks to your everyday routine? Three experts recently discussed these brain health hacks in Women’s World magazine. Here are six brain power boosting tips that you can adopt today. It’s easier than you might think to cultivate better brain function and performance! RELATED: Foods
Recently, conflicting information has emerged on the topic of fasting, starvation and weight gain. On the one hand, there is the ‘starvation myth’ based on the theory that starving oneself to lose weight can cause weight gain. However, on the other hand, there is now compelling new research showing the beneficial effects of caloric restriction, e.g., weight loss, decreased oxidative stress, inflammation, and increased longevity.
A group of investigators recently reported the results of a study demonstrating a 20% increase in life span in animals genetically engineered to produce an excess of the enzyme, catalase. Is there really one enzyme that can enable you to live longer? If so, how does it work? Can you pop it as a pill?
Full of nutrient-rich ingredients, try this lighter take on lasagna without all the work! Portobello mushrooms are high in fiber, B12, and essential minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, copper, and selenium. Spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, copper, lutein and zeaxanthin (essential for healthy eye function). Garlic and onions contain compounds that fight infection and may reduce the
