Age comes before beauty. Lately, longevity experts seem to be focusing on advanced glycation end products (abbreviated to AGEs for convenience), which are the result of chemical reactions between proteins and sugars. Just as a chef caramelizes onions in a frying pan, new science shows that sugar can “caramelize” our bodies, making us age faster … Read more
Should you or your child be on a gluten-free diet? If you have a child who has recently been diagnosed with celiac disease, or if you are trying to figure out how to go gluten-free yourself, it may feel difficult. I have your back. When I was first diagnosed with this disease celiac disease When … Read more
Cardiologist shared 2 foods that research shows can help lower cholesterol levels Foods containing “slow fiber” like oats are effective (stock image)(Image: Getty) Heart experts have identified foods that may have similar effects to statins, including their ability to lower cholesterol levels. Cardiologists from the British Heart Foundation (BFH) have highlighted two of the most … Read more
“Eating less sweets may not reduce your appetite or improve your overall health,” says a new study that challenges long-held beliefs about the “sweet tooth.” Dutch and British researchers found no significant differences in sweet food preferences among adults who ate more or less sweet-tasting foods over several months. Participants’ weight, diabetes and heart disease … Read more
When most people think of “healthy eating,” they usually focus on: what they eat. That might mean eating more fruits and vegetables, eating less fast food, or counting your calories. But there’s a lot more to a healthy diet than just food intake. Behaviors and attitudes regarding eating are also important. Consider orthorexia nervosa, for … Read more