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Moderate red wine consumption (one drink per day for women, one to two drinks per day for men) has consistently been linked to lower levels of inflammation, and a lower risk of heart disease. Red wine has a thinning effect on blood that…
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Some pet parents add fat to their pets’ diets with the intention of improving coat quality. Cod liver oil, vegetable oils, and animal fats are occasionally added to a pet’s food. It is true that fish oils are excellent sources of vitamin A,…
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Cucumbers are packed with antioxidants that can help improve skin health and lower inflammation. Low in calories and rich in fibre, cucumbers are a hydrating hero due to a high water content, and promote a feeling of fullness. They are one…
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Says research published in the journal ‘Nutrition & Diabetes’, the time of day when you have your meals can have a positive or negative impact on your glucose metabolism, regardless of the number of calories you have consumed throughout…
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Whole grains provide fibre, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Replace white rice with brown rice, that has more fibre. Your body also digests whole grains more slowly which can make you feel fuller, longer. Whole grains are an…
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It is hard to exercise when you don’t feel energetic enough. There are times when you have used so much energy dealing with life, both mental and physical, that you have no zest left to get on that treadmill. Because your energy is at…
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Red bell peppers are an excellent source of antioxidants and capsaicin, both of which are potent inflammation fighters. The quercetin in the bell peppers boosts your body’s absorption of anti-inflammatory curcumin. They are also versatile;…
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Protein requirements for growing kittens are higher than those for adult cats on maintenance diets. Protein is used not only for muscle tissue synthesis but also for bone and organ development. In kitten products, protein levels are…
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There’s evidence to support the importance of food choice at breakfast to increase satiety in the morning and reducing energy intake at lunch, says research published in the ‘European Journal of Nutrition’. Eggs are a good source of…
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It's not a bad thing if you pick a toasted bagel for breakfast, while your partner chooses eggs. In fact, according to a new research published in the journal ‘Computers in Biology and Medicine’, that difference could help you lose some…
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