Health 08 (Oct 14 - Jun 15)

[winston]

New study uncovers a shocking fact about middle-aged Americans and alcohol

Source: Bloomberg

http://thecrux.com/new-study-middle-age ... -students/

[behappyalways]

109-year-old woman reveals amazing theory on the secret to a long life
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstop ... -life.html

[behappyalways]

Gross......

Effect of smoking cigarette

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[behappyalways]

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[winston]

The Truth About Eating a New Fat By Dr. Peter Osborne

This question has been coming up on an almost daily basis. "Is coconut oil healthy? I thought the saturated fat in it caused heart disease and obesity."

On that note, I've run across some VERY interesting studies recently on the relationship between coconut oil (or any type of coconut fat, including coconut milk and cream) and how it can affect your body fat...

A 2009 study published in the Journal Lipids consisted of testing the effects of either 2 tablespoons of coconut oil or 2 tablespoons of soybean on a group of 40 women over the span of 28 days.

Results showed that the group that ate the coconut oil had a decrease in abdominal fat, while the soybean oil group actually showed a slight increase in belly fat. Additionally, the group that ate the coconut oil showed increased HDL ‘good’ cholesterol levels, while the soybean oil group had decreased HDL cholesterol and increased LDL ‘bad’ cholesterol.

The Journal of Nutrition published a study where researchers investigated all studies relative to medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that are abundant in coconut fat and weight management. The studies showed that diets rich in fats such as those found in coconut oil prompted a boost in metabolism, increase in energy, decrease in food consumption, reduced body weight and lower body fat mass.

The study authors highly recommend using oils that contain MCFAs, such as coconut oil, as a tool to drop extra abdominal fat, manage a healthy weight, and even as a way to treat obesity.

Yet another study that assessed body weight and fat storage relative to three different types of diets including a low-fat diet, high-fat diet with long chain fatty acids (LCFAs) and a high fat diet with MCFAs. In order to bring about weight gain, caloric intakes were adjusted for the diets.

At the end of the research period (which lasted 44 days), the low-fat diet group stored an average of 0.47 grams of fat per day, the LCFA group stored 0.48 grams of fat per day, and the MCFA group only stored a mere 0.19 grams per day (despite purposely increasing calories). Those in the MCFA group (coconut fat) had a 60 percent reduction in body fat stored compared to the other diets.

Another added bonus of consuming organic coconut oil (and coconut cream or milk) is that it tends to make us feel fuller for longer. Studies indicate that MCFAs help increase feelings of fullness and lead to a reduction in calorie intake when compared to the same amount of calories from other fats.

When MCFAs are metabolized, ketone bodies are created in the liver – these have been shown to have a strong appetite reducing effect helping you to lose fat faster.

Source: ETR

[winston]

New research confirms a powerful way to prevent colds by Dr. David Eifrig

Mom was right… Make sure you’re bundled up before you go outside. Dropping temperatures threaten more than your cardiovascular health, as we told you last month.

According to a study published in the scientific journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Science, the chilly air also weakens your body’s defenses.

The researchers took a strain of rhinovirus – the common cold – and infected mouse cells. The virus is less damaging when our immune cells use a molecule called interferon. But cells produce less interferon when they are colder. With temperatures in your nose about a cool 91.4 degrees F, the common cold easily gets a stronghold in your nose.

Lead investigator Dr. Akiko Iwasaki said that “in general, the lower the temperature, it seems the lower the innate immune response to viruses,” suggesting that as the weather turns your nose cold, your resistance to the rhinovirus decreases.

I try to bundle up when going outside in the chilly winter months and make sure to take other precautions against the flu – wash your hands with simple soaps, get plenty of sleep, and take 1,000 mg of vitamin C almost daily during the cold stretches.

To keep your nose warm, do what I do… Wrap a scarf around your face when you’re outside. A balaclava is another way to keep your face warm especially if you work out outside or plan to spend large chunks of time in the winter cold. You can find one at sporting-goods stores or retailers like Target for under $20.

Source: Retirement Millionaire

[behappyalways]

Which symptoms mean I might have cancer?
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/nhs/113 ... ancer.html

[winston]

How to Avoid Germs at the Gym

The gym is a hot spot for germs. Thankfully there are ways to limit your exposure:
1. Bring your own supplies, such as boxing gloves and yoga mats.
2. Be sure to wipe machines before and after your workout.
3. Bring your own water to avoid potential bacteria on fountains.
4. Always wear shoes.
5. Wash your hands before and after working out.
6. Wear clean clothes each time you go to the gym to keep your gym bag bacteria-free.
7. If you’re sick, don’t go to the gym. Exercise outdoors or in your own home.
8. Don’t share hygiene products.
9. Cover any cuts or abrasions to avoid potential infection.
10. Place a clean towel over workout benches and exercise equipment to create a barrier between you and germs.

Source: ETR

[behappyalways]

No, really. Scientists have finally found a cure for baldness (probably)
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/men/active/m ... bably.html

[winston]

This Nut Protects Against Diabetes

Walnuts contain the highest concentration of antioxidants out of any nut, and studies have shown that eating walnuts regularly can help reduce your chance of cardiovascular disease and protect against diabetes and certain types of cancer.

These miracle nuts are also a great source of fiber, contain omega-3 fats, alpha-Linolenic acid, and plant sterols that are known to help lower cholesterol levels. Looking for a healthy snack, grab a handful of walnuts or top off a healthy salad for lunch.

Source: ETR