New research has discovered that fasting boosts the regeneration of the stem cells in our intestines, potentially aiding recovery from gastrointestinal infections or other conditions that affect the gut.
9 May, 2018Vitamin D deficiency could raise the risk of metabolic syndrome among postmenopausal women, according to a recent study.
23 January, 2018Ashwagandha root can normalise thyroid hormone levels in hypothyroid individuals and also maintain normal thyroid function in healthy people, according to new research.
1 November, 2017Supplementing with spirulina may increase people’s ability to resist mental and physical fatigue in both the short- and long-term, according to new preliminary data.
27 September, 2016New evidence suggests that antioxidant polyphenols from grapes and green tea could help the body burn fat more efficiently.
12 July, 2016Dairy foods – a little, not a lot – can have beneficial effects on rates of diabetes, and on the risk of stroke and heart disease, according to new studies
17 September, 2014Eating a high fat meal when you are stressed – even if it contains ‘healthy’ fats – can significantly slow your metabolism down, say scientists
17 July, 2014A high stress lifestyle and a junk food diet are a dangerous combination that substantially raises your risk of metabolic syndrome
30 April, 2014Taking care of your gut, by ensuring a rich diversity of healthy bacteria, could help fight off diabetes and heart disease
3 September, 2013Widespread exposure to perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) from carpets, cookware, stain resistant fabrics, paper coatings and cosmetics raises the risk of disrupted thyroid function
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