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The journal Nutrition and Diabetes has recently shared some interesting research results. According to two large studies analyzing the consumption of pasta among 23,000 Italians in Pozzilli, Italy, pasta can actually lower body mass index when consumed in moderate amounts and lower the chance of obesity. “Our data show that enjoying pasta according to individuals’ ...click here to read more

Hello Friend, Celebrity diets are always in the spotlight, and with all those red carpet stars looking so darn good, you can’t help but wonder how they do it. Of course, they have personal chefs and trainers so it’s far easier for them to look that great, but are those crazy diets they embark on ...click here to read more

The FDA has advised against consuming raw cookie dough. Eating any type of rough dough is not recommended. Furthermore, children should not play with rough dough of any kind, as germs can grow and get on their hands. If their contaminated hands go into their mouths, they can become sick. Leslie Smoot, a senior advisor ...click here to read more

Today, millions of Americans suffer from chronic back pain or damaged joints – what’s also known as osteoarthritis. The condition is not only challenging to diagnose, but difficult to treat. That’s because there are many causes and contributing factors, and a host of treatments that may or may not work at all. For example, acetaminophen, which ...click here to read more

It makes sense that July is UV Safety Month as that’s when the sun shines the most. Practicing UV safety is important because the sun’s rays can be quite harmful and can spoil your enjoyable summertime with unpleasant surprises. We want to make sure that you get the most out of your time in the ...click here to read more

Gout flare-ups can be triggered by food, so knowing what to eat and what to avoid can help you better manage your condition. Gout is a form of arthritis where uric acid crystallizes in small joints – commonly the large toe – causing redness, swelling, and severe pain. Uric acid is the product of the ...click here to read more

Psoriasis was found to be influenced by stress and linked to itchy skin, hyperhidrosis, and flaky patches on scalp. The percentage of psoriasis patients who believe that stress affects their skin is quite high – between 37 and 87 percent. Stress may worsen psoriasis and even lengthen the time for the disease to clear. A ...click here to read more

We know that a good variety of vegetables – the all-time health foods – is recommended for maintaining our overall well-being. But did you know that some vegetables are actually better for you when cooked? If you want to reap maximum health benefits from these five vegetables, cook them instead of eating them raw. 5 ...click here to read more

Gastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining primarily caused by H.pylori bacteria (although it may have other causes as well). Depending on your typical diet, your gastritis may improve or worsen, or even progress to stomach ulcers. That’s why following a gastritis diet is so important to make sure your condition improves rather than ...click here to read more

Scientists at Johns Hopkins studied the effects of 10 popular weight loss programs in terms of the potential benefit to diabetics, but additional research is required before doctors can start recommending such weight loss regimens to patients. Study leader Zoobia Chaudhry said, “A few of these programs may be a viable option for improving blood ...click here to read more

Psoriasis is commonly confused with other skin conditions, especially ringworm, so looking at Psoriasis vs. Ringworm symptoms and causes can help people zero in on proper treatment. There are several types of skin conditions and different causes for them. To gain relief, of course, you need a proper diagnosis and treatment. Oftentimes, the skin condition ...click here to read more

Shingles and eczema are skin conditions that can cause a rash-like appearance and inflammation of the skin. Knowing the differences between the two can aid in proper diagnosis as both require a specific treatment. Shingles is a painful rash that is commonly seen among seniors. It is caused by the herpes zoster virus and can ...click here to read more

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) increases with red meat consumption, according to research. The findings come from a meta-analysis, where researchers found a correlation between red meat consumption and inflammatory bowel disease. The researchers looked at studies published between July 1966 and July 2015. Studies contained information about Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, IBD, and meat consumption. Red ...click here to read more

Psoriasis, a relatively common skin condition that causes patches of thick, red skin with silvery scales, can be found on various parts of the body. For many people it can be mild, but others experience severe psoriasis, which can cause a great deal of stress and self-confidence problems. Now, three large clinical trials seem to ...click here to read more