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February 22, 2014

It’s the weekend, so take your time this morning, and enjoy a second cup of tea...

It’s the weekend, so take your time this morning, and enjoy a second cup of tea or coffee. Here’s why: http://1.usa.gov/1f5UAan


Midlife coffee and tea drinking and the ris... [J Alzheimers Dis. 2009] - PubMed - NCBI
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February 21, 2014

February 20, 2014

Another perk of Vitamin D? It may play a role in fighting MS. Read more: http://...

Another perk of Vitamin D? It may play a role in fighting MS. Read more: http://bit.ly/1oWSp1I


Boosting vitamin D could slow progression, reduce severity of multiple sclerosis
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For patients in the early stages of multiple sclerosis, low levels of vitamin D were found to strongly predict disease severity and hasten its progression.
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February 19, 2014

This one beverage reduced risk of Alzheimer's by 65%! Read my latest blogpost: h...

This one beverage reduced risk of Alzheimer's by 65%! Read my latest blogpost: http://bit.ly/1h6aDbB


Coffee Can Save Your Brain
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Being a coffee drinker, and at risk for Alzheimer’s disease, as are we all, I was heartened by this study appearing in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. The researchers followed 1,409 individuals, aged 65-79, for an average of 21 years. The study also looked at each individual’s dietary habits. At...
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Published on February 19, 2014 06:53

February 18, 2014

Yes, a high-fat, low-carb diet DOES reduce dementia risk! Read more: http://exm....

Yes, a high-fat, low-carb diet DOES reduce dementia risk! Read more: http://exm.nr/1jQaQBv


Fish oil supplements and high fat, low carb diet prevent dementia in new studies
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One of the most dreaded diseases of our modern age isn't heart disease or even cancer. Instead, it's Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Now new research is indic
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Published on February 18, 2014 14:48

February 17, 2014

The brain-devastating effects of sugar. Read more on my blog: http://bit.ly/1nI2Lz8

The brain-devastating effects of sugar. Read more on my blog: http://bit.ly/1nI2Lz8


How Blood Sugar Relates to Brain Size and Function
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In a recent edition of the journal Neurology, German researchers evaluated the size of the brain’s memory center, the hippocampus, using a specialized type of MRI scanner. In addition, they measured the blood glucose levels in the same individuals. When the data was analyzed, a direct relationship w...
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Published on February 17, 2014 13:24

February 16, 2014

Taking a look at ancestral cultures, the Masai of Africa consume very little car...

Taking a look at ancestral cultures, the Masai of Africa consume very little carbohydrates and mostly milk, blood, and beef, all very high in saturated fat. Averaging 300 grams of animal fat per day, they are slim, fit, and virtually free of heart disease. Their average blood cholesterol levels at 170mg/dl are well below the government’s desirable range of less than 200 mg/dl.


Clearing Controversy on Saturated Fat, Cholesterol & Heart Health - Jules' Fuel
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In Part 1: The Skinny on Fats, we discussed the different roles, types and benefits of fat. In this post, we dig into the differing research on controversial saturated fat …
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Published on February 16, 2014 10:37

Soy infant formula is equivalent to giving the child 3 to 5 birth control pills...

Soy infant formula is equivalent to giving the child 3 to 5 birth control pills in terms of estrogen exposure


Early Exposure to Soy Isoflavones and Effects on Reproductive Health: A Review of Human and...
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Soy isoflavones are phytoestrogens with potential hormonal activity due to their similar chemical structure to 17-β-estradiol. The increasing availability of soy isoflavones throughout the food supply and through use of supplements has prompted extensive research on biological benefits to humans in…
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Published on February 16, 2014 07:39

February 14, 2014

Free stem cell therapy for your brain. Read my blog: http://bit.ly/MS6DC2

Free stem cell therapy for your brain. Read my blog: http://bit.ly/MS6DC2

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February 13, 2014

Women taking this popular medicine increase their diabetes risk by 48 % !...

Women taking this popular medicine increase their diabetes risk by 48 % ! http://bit.ly/1c40PyN
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Published on February 13, 2014 17:12