Nutrition News

(NaturalHealth365) Did you know that the cost of healthcare increases – every year – by 5% in men and 3% in women for every inch of belly fat?  In fact, according to a Danish study, women with over 37 inches around their waist are likely to pay way more money compared to women with an ideal waistline. (of course, men ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Taurine, an amino acid-like substance essential to health, is an ‘unsung hero’ within the nutritional world.  But, its importance is almost beyond belief. So under-recognized is taurine, in fact, that scientists and researchers refer to it as “the best amino acid you’ve never heard of.”  Today, we intend to shine a light on this potent amino acid. Exciting research ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) If you love Indian or Thai food flavored with curry, you’re in ‘luck.’  In addition to being delicious, these foods have real health benefits.  Backed by science: UCLA researchers say that curcumin (found in the spice turmeric) can lower the risk of depression and improve your memory. The research conducted was a placebo-controlled double-blind study of 40 adults aged ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) There’s no doubt about it: scientific studies on quercetin have generated an undeniable “buzz” among mainstream and natural healers alike – and the excitement centers around the natural compound’s healing properties.   A flavonoid found in fruits and vegetables, quercetin is being credited with potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties – as well as the ability to combat such life-threatening conditions ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) As creepy as it is to think that we may be harboring unseen, unknown organisms in our gastrointestinal tracts, the truth is: intestinal parasites are fairly common. In fact, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 13 percent of the United States population may have been exposed to the Toxocara parasite at some point in their ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) The amino acid tyrosine is loaded with amazing benefits for your stress recovery, mood, brain, the list goes on and on.  Whether from supplements or diet, increasing your tyrosine intake will take your brain function to a higher level because this amino acid is a precursor to many neurotransmitters found within your brain. For example, adrenaline (for fight or ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, affects 15 to 30 percent of the American population, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases.  It (almost) goes without saying that poor digestion is a core reason for most chronic health problems. And, while pharmaceutical drugs may offer temporary relief of symptoms, they can feature toxic side effects ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) With all the TV advertisements, so-called fitness ‘experts,’ doctors, and health publications, many people are brainwashed into believing that fat is the ‘greatest enemy’ when it comes to weight loss.  But, in reality, nothing could be further from the truth.  Healthy fats can actually help you lose weight and greatly improve your overall health. (as you’ll soon see.) Truth ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Nutritional deficiencies are an ongoing problem even for those eating a ‘healthy’ diet and taking nutritional supplements.  In fact, in many cases, the digestive process can destroy the nutritional value of supplements before they reach the cells.  This is why liposomal technology offers an effective solution to the problem. The idea is to provide a delivery system that helps ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Psychiatric disorders are often made worse by an improper diet. Now new research out of Johns Hopkins Medicine has found that cured and processed meats could cause mania, especially in persons who already have bipolar disorder. The study involved an analysis of over 1,000 persons both with and without psychiatric disorders. The researchers looked at the diets of the ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Of all the vitamins and minerals we need in order to stay healthy and avoid getting sick, Vitamin D and C sure get a lot of attention. But Vitamin B12 is an essential player in several functions in the body, as well – and being deficient in it can increase your risk for Alzheimer’s disease later on in life. Unfortunately, Vitamin B12 deficiency is far more ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Can modified citrus pectin affect the growth of cancer cells? And, if so (in a positive way), why isn’t this front page news?!  Let’s take a closer look. Prostate cancer is currently the most common non-skin cancer among men in the United States, with over 172,000 men diagnosed with the disease in the year 2014 alone. Although prostate cancer ... Read More »