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HDL protection against heart disease risk depends on the levels of triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, according to research findings. It is well known that having higher levels of HDL cholesterol can keep your heart healthy and lower your risk of heart disease, but the study suggests that protective properties of HDL cholesterol do not work ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by E.coli triggers inflammation through FimH protein attachments on the cell surfaces. Most common among women, UTIs are typically caused by E.coli bacteria. The infection takes place when E.coli travel though the urethra to the bladder. UTIs can be quite painful and result in burning sensations when urinating, lower back ...click here to read more

A new study has found that ordering lunch one hour before eating will increase the likelihood of making healthier food choices. The study looked at the eating habits of 690 employees and 195 university students. The participants were more likely to select high-calorie meals when they ordered lunch right before eating (in other words, when ...click here to read more

If red meat is your main source of protein, you are at a higher risk for early mortality, compared to people who get their protein from plant-based diet, according to a recent study. The research findings also suggest that not all animal proteins come with the same level of risk, and that red meat eaters ...click here to read more

A new study has found that the risk of esophageal cancer is higher in those who drink and who are obese. The study suggest that nearly one-third of esophageal cancer cases could be prevented if people maintained a healthy weight and minimized their drinking. Alice Bender, head of nutrition at the American Institute for Cancer ...click here to read more

Psoriasis is a skin condition that causes dry, red, and itchy patches on the skin’s surface. Although there is no diet specifically for psoriasis, many patients often report relief from their symptoms when they make simple adjustments to their diet. When devising a psoriasis diet plan, there are four main approaches a patient can take: ...click here to read more

Dear Friend, I love Starbucks. No, really, I LOVE Starbucks. I love Starbucks so much that I even made a Halloween costume of a Starbucks beverage, the infamous pumpkin spice latte. But what I don’t love about Starbucks coffee drinks is the fact that I could basically eat a Big Mac from McDonalds for the ...click here to read more

A gluten-free diet is known to aid in celiac disease, but it may also be able to improve your psoriasis as well. Many psoriasis patients have opted to go gluten-free and have found relief for their psoriasis even though there is little scientific evidence to support this practice. But as more and more psoriasis patients ...click here to read more

The refrigerator generally harbors the foods that cannot be left out, such as fruits, vegetables, and meat. Generally, these foods are healthy as they are unprocessed and have a shorter shelf life. Unfortunately, many of us are still stocking up on unhealthy staple items – often disguised as health foods – which we really should ...click here to read more

Arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer risk triples in women who work long hours. For the study, the researchers found that women who worked 60 hours or more per week over the course of three decades had a triple risk for diabetes, heart disease, cancer, and arthritis, compared to women who worked 40 hours or ...click here to read more

Fewer American teenagers are choosing to drink soda – in fact, the consumption rates dropped by as much as a third in the last two years. More youth prefer bottled water to the sugar-loaded sodas. Michael Jacobson, president of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, said, “Over the past 15 years, a great ...click here to read more

Whenever a special occasion comes up, we are all guilty of overindulging in a tasty meal from time to time. It can become rather uncomfortable when we have a big meal, though. Bloating, fatigue, cramps, nausea, indigestion, and acid reflux are all associated with diets that involve large amounts of food in one sitting. Simple home remedies to ...click here to read more

An international team of researchers has recently come up a new plant-derived drug that can stop the progression of multiple sclerosis (MS), which is the most common autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system. “This is a really exciting discovery because it may offer a whole new quality of life for people with this ...click here to read more

Sure, a milkshake is delicious on a hot summer’s day, but why not turn your regular milkshake into a health shake instead? Health shakes are all the rage right now as more people are on the go and opt for getting their nutrients in a delicious health shake. Health shakes can provide you with protein, ...click here to read more