As the summer starts to heat up around the country, a cozy mug of hot cocoa may be the last thing on your mind. However, new research from Pennsylvania State University has revealed a health benefit of this particular beverage that could well make it a staple in your home all year round.
Archive for June, 2013
This natural compound may promote heart health for overweight individuals
Resveratrol – an antioxidant found in red grapes and wine – can potentially help obese adults protect their hearts by facilitating a healthy circulatory system.
This brain enhancer could counter effects of smoking
Scientists from the University of Athens Medical School in Greece have found that omega-3 can potentially counter the damage inflicted on the body’s arterial system.
Stress-beating exercise shown to boost brain health
A 20-minute yoga session may produce immediate benefits for brain health.
This brain enhancer may combat asthmatic outbreaks after workout
An omega-3 fatty acid supplement derived from a specific mussel found off the coast of New Zealand could potentially provide relief for people with asthma who experience airway restriction and inflammation after physical exercise.
New study highlights importance of nutrition during first 1,000 days
Children who are malnourished early in life are more prone to various illnesses, and may suffer from poorer brain health and development, the source notes.
Study shows sunshine vitamin may prevent muscle strain
Scientists from South Korea have identified yet another reason to boost your uptake of this vitamin.
Study reveals memory support is a concern for younger Baby Boomers
Just 35 percent of the respondents who were concerned about their brain health had spoken to a medical professional about the issue, NBC notes.
Expert discusses nutrition for autistic children at Australian forum
These compounds, Matthews stated, can aggravate certain behavioral symptoms among kids with autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and other conditions.
Study analyzes benefits of curcumin supplements for Alzheimer’s patients
The patients took daily curcumin supplements for three months, and researchers found that many of the behavioral symptoms they previously exhibited had notably lessened in that time.