Exercise & Diet Reduce Risk of Alzheimer's Disease
In a prospective cohort study of 1880 community dwelling elders without dementia published in the August 12, 2009 issue of JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association, both higher adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet and higher physical activity were...Obesity and Diabetes: the adiponectin hormone connection
Many news reports recently have discussed the link between obesity and diabetes. The root of the connection between obesity and diabetes is insulin resistance. Insulin helps the body turn food into energy and is the body’s primary fat regulator. In the...Smokers More Likely to Suffer Cognitive Decline
Dangers From Smoking Continue to Mount Smoking is a very expensive habit, both financially and health-wise. It has been widely recognized as the greatest individual risk for heart disease, stroke, emphysema, chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) and lung cancer. ...Is Chocolate Good For You?
The short answer is: yes, but we’re not talking about milk chocolate or typical candy bars. Dark chocolate contains anti-oxidant flavanols and polyphenols, similar to red wine, grapes and berries. A study in the Journal of Nutrition, October 2008 concluded that...Get Your Copy!
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