Showing 20 articles starting at article 1
Categories: Cosmetics, Vegetarian
Published Why men, wealthy people and maritime residents are more likely to develop skin cancer
(via sciencedaily.com) A new study examines why people living in Atlantic regions are more at-risk for developing melanoma than other Canadians, providing lessons on skin cancer prevention for the whole country. To find out why, the researchers compared UV exposure and behaviours among different groups in Atlantic Canada based on income, education, and gender, among other factors.
Published Why does skin get 'leathery' after too much sun? Bioengineers examine cellular breakdown
(via sciencedaily.com) A study explores how ultraviolet radiation can alter the microstructure of human skin. Particularly affected is collagen, the fibrous protein that binds together tissue, tendon, cartilage and bone throughout our bodies.
Published The Mediterranean Diet: Good for your health and your hip pocket
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source We've heard it time and time again -- the Mediterranean diet is great for our health. But despite the significant health benefits of this eating plan, a common deterrent is often the expected costs, especially when budgets are tight.
Published Diet high in fruit and vegetables linked to lower miscarriage risk
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source A preconception and early-pregnancy diet that contains lots of fruit, vegetables, seafood, dairy, eggs and grain may be associated with reducing risk of miscarriage, a new review of research suggests.
Published How to get your children to eat more fruits and vegetables
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Children will eat more fruits and vegetables if families take more time to eat meals.
Published Boosting the body's anti-viral immune response may eliminate aging cells
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Aging cells express a protein that is produced by human cytomegalovirus and is targeted by certain immune cells in the body. Harnessing the immune response to this protein could have multiple health benefits during aging.
Published Scientists see anti-aging potential in an invasive weed
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source The fruit of the cocklebur plant, which grows worldwide and is often considered a noxious weed, has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory components that could make it useful as a skin protectant, according to new research.
Published A higher dose of magnesium each day keeps dementia at bay
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source More magnesium in our daily diet leads to better brain health as we age, according to scientists.
Published MIND and Mediterranean diets associated with fewer Alzheimer's plaques and tangles
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source People who eat diets rich in green leafy vegetables as well as other vegetables, fruits, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts and fish may have fewer amyloid plaques and tau tangles in their brain -- signs of Alzheimer's disease -- than people who do not consume such diets, according to a new study.
Published Keto vs vegan: Study of popular diets finds over fourfold difference in carbon footprints
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source New research has estimated the carbon footprints and diet quality of six popular diets. The vegan and vegetarian diets were found to be produce the least amount of carbon dioxide while keto and paleo diets ranked lowest in sustainability and diet quality.
Published What makes brown rice healthy? Decoding the chemistry of its nutritional wealth
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source The health-benefits of brown rice are well-known and widely advertised. But what exactly confers these excellent properties has been subject to speculation until now. Researchers have recently identified cycloartenyl ferulate (CAF) as the main antioxidant and cytoprotective constituent of brown rice. CAF can protect cells from stress directly through antioxidant effects and indirectly by boosting the production of antioxidants within cells.
Published Simple laser treatments may help prevent nonmelanoma skin cancer
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source In a study of patients with a history of facial keratinocyte carcinoma, 20.9% of those treated with nonablative fractional lasers experienced a subsequent keratinocyte carcinoma, compared with 40.4% of patients who did not receive laser treatment.
Published In cells, UV-emitting nail polish dryers damage DNA and cause mutations
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source The ultraviolet nail polish drying devices used to cure gel manicures may pose more of a public health concern than previously thought. Researchers studied these ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting devices, and found that their use leads to cell death and cancer-causing mutations in human cells.
Published Scars mended using transplanted hair follicles
(via sciencedaily.com) Researchers have found that hair follicle transplants can promote scar rejuvenation by altering their architecture and genetic makeup.
Published Mediterranean diet linked to lower preeclampsia risk
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source In a new study evaluating the Mediterranean diet and adverse pregnancy outcomes, investigators from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai found that women who conceived while adhering to the anti-inflammatory diet had a significantly lower risk of developing preeclampsia during pregnancy.
Published A Mediterranean diet not only boosts health, but also improves fertility
(via sciencedaily.com) With an emphasis on fruits, vegetables and legumes, the Mediterranean diet has long been applauded for its multiple health benefits. Now, new research shows that it may also help overcome infertility, making it a non-intrusive and affordable strategy for couples trying to conceive.
Published Quinoa can make a better cookie
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source The 'super grain' quinoa has the potential to make a super cookie, according to new research. Researchers found that two types of quinoa, bred specifically to grow in Washington state, had great functionality as a potential high-fiber and protein additive flour for commercial cookies. This means when baked, the cookies had good 'spreadability' and texture. Taste tests are still underway, but preliminary results show that people preferred sugar cookies with 10% of the quinoa flour over a traditional all-wheat flour cookie.
Published Shaking less salt on your food at the table could reduce heart disease risk
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Adding additional salt to foods at a lower frequency is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, heart failure and ischemic heart disease, according to a new study.
Published Healthy plant-based diets better for the environment than less healthy plant-based diets
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Healthier plant-based dietary patterns were associated with better environmental health, while less healthy plant-based dietary patterns, which are higher in foods like refined grains and sugar-sweetened beverages, required more cropland and fertilizer, according to a new study.
Published Researchers develop painless tattoos that can be self-administered
(via sciencedaily.com) Original source Researchers have developed low-cost, painless, and bloodless tattoos that can be self-administered and have many applications, from medical alerts to tracking neutered animals to cosmetics.