Eating antioxidant-rich grapes and grape products may be an inexpensive and nutritious way to reduce anxiety and related hypertension, as well as cognitive impairments associated with anxiety, according to new research presented last week at the Experimental Biology 2012 ...More
Incorporating more tree nuts, such as almonds, cashews, pistachios and walnuts, may help ward off heart disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome by improving levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and lowering levels of C-reactive protein, according to ...More
Eating a handful of raisins three times a day may help lower blood pressure may significantly lower blood pressure, compared to eating other common snacks, according to new research presented at the American College of Cardiology's 61st Annual Scientific Session. ...More
Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.’s, new milk protein hydrolysate Lactium contains a bioactive peptide clinically shown to reduce stress-related symptoms and promote relaxation. ...More
Increasing daily intake of vitamin D3 can significantly improve high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and help reduce body fat mass in overweight or obese individuals, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition. ...More
The market for targeted health and wellness foods and beverages is a dynamic and promising one, driven largely by an aging population and the growing recognition of the instrumental role diet plays in a wide range of health conditions, including heart disease, high blood ...More
Fortifying cinnamon raisin bagels with nutrient-rich flaxseed does not affect taste or texture, compared to other types of bagels, according to a new study published in the Journal of Food Science. Flaxseed contains valuable nutrients that may reduce the risk of ...More
The latest Vital Signs report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicate the average American consumes about 3,300 milligrams of sodium per day, not including any salt added at the table, which is more than twice the recommended limit for about half ...More
Individuals who drink diet soft drinks on a daily basis may have an increased risk of heart attack, stroke and vascular death, according to a new study published in the Journal of General Medicine. There was no increased risk of vascular events associated with regular soft ...More
Individuals who drink three cups of black tea a day experience a 10% reduction the prevalence of high blood pressure and a 7% to 10% decrease in their risk for heart disease, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. ...More