Brazil Nut (Bertholletia excelsa H.B.K.) Consumption in Energy-Restricted Intervention Decreases Proinflammatory Markers and Intestinal Permeability of Women with Overweight/Obesity: A Controlled Trial (Brazilian Nuts Study). Image Credit: Igor Dutina / Shutterstock

Brazil nuts reduce inflammation and improve gut health in women on restricted diets

New research shows that adding selenium-rich Brazil nuts to energy-restricted diets significantly reduces inflammation and enhances gut health in women, offering a promising dietary strategy for managing obesity-related conditions. Brazil Nut (Bertholletia excelsa H.B.K.) Consumption in Energy-Restricted Intervention Decreases Proinflammatory Markers and Intestinal Permeability of Women with Overweight/Obesity: A Controlled Trial (Brazilian Nuts Study). Image Credit: Igor…

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How 5 women lowered their biological age by an average of 5 years

How 5 women lowered their biological age by an average of 5 years

Lifestyle changes to diet, sleep, and exercise—paired with interventions like relaxation exercises and supplements—could reverse the aging process, according to recent research. Six women between the ages of 46 and 65 underwent an eight-week program that included alterations to diet, sleep, and exercise. They were also given relaxation guidance, women’s probiotic and phytonutrient supplements, and…

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Healthy habits for kids and families: Start small, lead by example | Family And Kids

Healthy habits for kids and families: Start small, lead by example | Family And Kids

Childhood obesity has become increasingly prevalent in recent years, leading to concerning shifts in societal perceptions of what constitutes a “normal” weight for children. As Dr. Delene Musielak, a pediatrician specializing in obesity medicine, explains, the norms have changed to the point where many people now consider overweight children to be of a healthy size….

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Study: Lifestyle Medicine and Japan’s Longevity Miracle. Image Credit: Blanscape/Shutterstock.com

Longevity, lifestyle, and emerging health priorities

The article examines the characteristics of Japanese medicine, revealing how lifestyle changes contribute to longevity and addressing Japan’s modern healthcare challenges. Study: Lifestyle Medicine and Japan’s Longevity Miracle. Image Credit: Blanscape/Shutterstock.comIn a recent article published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, researchers present Japanese longevity and the factors that influence it. Background The economic expansion…

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