Healthy Lifestyle
Shift in gut bacteria observed in fiber supplement study may offer good news for weight loss
Most Americans don’t get the daily recommended amount of fiber in their diet, though research has shown that dietary fiber can cause a shift in the gut toward beneficial bacteria, reducing the risk of colon cancer, type 2 diabetes, and other diseases. A new study from the University of Illinois shows that two specific functional […]
Weight loss surgery may improve kidney function
In addition to helping patients shed pounds, weight loss surgery may also improve kidney function, according to a study that will be presented at ASN Kidney Week 2014 November 11-16 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. Weight loss, or bariatric, surgery is highly effective for rapid weight loss in patients with morbid obesity, […]
How do you really feel about the cake? Emotional awareness promotes healthier eating
As obesity rates rise, health professionals and policy makers scramble to help consumers resist unhealthy eating choices, often focusing on better labeling and improved nutritional knowledge. According to a new study in the Journal of Marketing Research, however, training people to pay attention to their emotions is a far more powerful strategy. “Consumers are often […]
Liver, brain communicate in order to regulate appetite
The liver stores excess glucose, sugar, in the form of glycogen — chains of glucose — , which is later released to cover body energy requirements. Diabetic patients do not accumulate glucose well in the liver and this is one of the reasons why they suffer from hyperglycemia, that is to say, their blood sugar […]
Obesity Weighing Down Military Recruiting Efforts
November 12, 2014, 12:00AM PT in Fitnovatives Blog | Taking action to reverse the obesity epidemic has never been more central to supporting our troops. Every day, our recruiting stations are forced to turn away young Americans whose greatest wish is to serve their country, as many of their ancestors, peers and […]
Moderate consumption of sugary drinks has little impact on adolescents’ metabolic health
Sugar-sweetened beverages are the largest source of added sugar in the diets of adolescents in the United States, and young adults ages 15-20 consume more of these drinks than any other age group, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Adolescent obesity rates, which have quadrupled over the past thirty years, led to […]
Lung disease case finding in pharmacies could save £264 million
A report published today shows the value of pharmacies in addressing diseases at an early stage. It reveals that case-finding would provide “significant NHS and societal benefits” and save the NHS more money than the service costs to deliver. The research shows that more than half (57 per cent) of people screened by pharmacies were […]
Healthy Food Choices
Eating healthy is something we all would like to do, Although it can be hard. In order to eat healthy, you Must first make the right food choices. Eating healthy Is all about what you eat, which makes the choices very Crucial to your results. Grains You should consume 6 ounces of grains per day. […]
5 Fun Ways To Get In Shape
The market is saturated with low-fat, low-carb and sugar-free foods. But despite the popular diets, “magical” pills and the latest, greatest fitness machines that all promise to melt away the pounds, more than half of American adults are overweight. <p>For true weight-loss success, health experts stress the importance of changing your lifestyle for the long […]
Time spent preparing meals at home linked to healthier diet
Time may be one of the most essential ingredients for a healthy diet, finds new research in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. Spending more time at home preparing meals is associated with several indicators of a better diet, such as eating more fruits and vegetables. Conversely, spending less than an hour a day preparing […]