by nhri | Nov 19, 2013 | 2013, Antioxidants, Fruits and Vegetables, Longevity
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A 12 year study on 807 participants over age 65, showed a 30% greater risk of death in those with the lowest blood levels of polyphenols, compared to the highest levels. Polyphenols can be obtained from fruits, vegetables, legumes, tea, honey, and supplements. (more…)
by nhri | Sep 16, 2013 | 2013, Antioxidants, Fruits and Vegetables, Longevity
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. This article discusses the benefits of consuming more than (5) fruits and vegetables per day, which was linked to a 47% lower mortality rate compared to those who did not consume fruits and vegetables. (more…)
by nhri | Jul 18, 2013 | 2013, Antioxidants, Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Pancreatic Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Research included showed a 5.3 and 10.4% decrease in blood sugar compared to control groups. (more…)
by nhri | Aug 21, 2012 | 2011, Antioxidants, Cardiovascular Health, Fruits and Vegetables, Stroke, Women's Health
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. In a study of 36,715 women, those with the highest intakes of antioxidants had a 46-57% lower risk of hemorrhagic stroke. (more…)
by nhri | May 15, 2012 | 2012, Antioxidants, Cognitive Health, Fruits and Vegetables, Women's Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. In research in 121,700 middle aged nurses, the intake of berries delayed cognitive decline by up to 2.5 years due to its oxidative properties. (more…)
by nhri | May 11, 2011 | Antioxidants, Cancer, Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes, Fiber, Whole Grains
Written by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA. Studies have shown that whole grain intake is proactive against cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and obesity. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 24, 2011 | Antioxidants, Fruits and Vegetables
Written by Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA. Superfruits like acai, goji, mangosteen, noni, and pomegranate are high in antioxidant value. (more…)
by nhri | Jul 22, 2008 | 2006, Alzheimer's Disease, Antioxidants, Brain Health, Cognitive Health, Curcumin
Written by Marcia Egles, MD. In a study of 1092 Singapore residents, those using curry in their diet had an average mental performance score equal to those ten years younger and not using curry. (more…)