Healthy

If you are thirsty, holding an ice cold bottle of seltzer water in your hands raises the expectation that you can not wait to go out. But hydration is not the only major effect of drinking this beloved beverage. In an upcoming issue of Food Research International, nutrition and dietetics researchers in Canada asked more than 100 study participants to evaluate their sensory perception and emotional responses to carbonated fruity drinks. This new study suggests that sparkling water can improve your mood - but that's just the…

Radishes are weird little root vegetables that give a good chunk of salads or a crunch to a taco or serve as the perfect snack dipped in a little salted butter; they also happen to pack a lot of nutrients. Some of the benefits of eating radishes include reduced inflammation and lower cholesterol. One study even showed radish root extracts have specific anti-cancer properties. Although these beautiful pink root vegetables are nutrient dense and mostly harmless, they can have potential side effects, especially when eaten in…

Whether you have discovered that your hair has lost its former thickness or are discovering new spots of hair that are barely there daily, hair loss can affect individuals of all genders and at all ages. A study published in Dermatological surgical journal found that among men between the ages of 18 and 49, about 42% experienced "extensive hair loss" and the condition affects millions of women, with hair loss usually beginning in middle age, according to American Academy of Dermatology Association (AAD). While there are…

When you think of fast food, it is unlikely that "healthy" will come to mind. However, a registered dietitian suggests that eating a meal from McDonald's as often is not as bad for your health as you might think. In fact, there are some options The beloved fast food chain can offer some good nutrition — especially for those who have limited options. For some people, McDonald's (or a similar establishment) is the closest place to their home where they can go and have a hot meal. In 2009, the USDA estimated that…

An estimated 1 in 10 women of childbearing age have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), according to Office on Women's Health (OWH). However, there is still much we do not know about the hormonal disorder. Given how common it is, the condition is insufficiently studied, especially when one considers how disruptive it can be to daily life, Heather G. Huddleston, MD, specialist in reproductive endocrinology and infertility, and head of the PCOS Clinic at UCSF Health, says Eat this, not that!. She is also an advisor to Allara,…

If you love it when science confirms that your favorite things are actually good for you, here's another winner to add to the list: A new study by orthopedic and physiological researchers has revealed that coffee can help maintain strong muscles (and therefore greater mobility) as you age. With coffee being as popular as ever, it's exciting that the beloved beverage has recently been linked to remarkable health effects such as improved liver health, weight loss and more. Keep reading to learn what the latest study found on…

Who would not want to be toned down and feel stronger? There is nothing like feeling safe in the skin you are in. When your stomach is not swollen and your body feels toned and lean, there is certainly an increase in self-confidence that comes with it. And while there are many different tricks that can help you get toned - from exercise to healthy eating - there is one eating trick in particular if you want to keep your body lean, and that is to prioritize healthy carbohydrates. Carbohydratereally? While you may have…

What is good for the body is good for the brain. For example, getting a lot of exercise, reducing stress, going light on alcohol and not smoking are all good brain enhancers that you have heard about. But what has received more attention these days is the surprising link between your gray matter and your diet. "The nutrients from food affect chemicals that directly and indirectly affect your brain and in turn change the way you think and feel," says nutritional psychiatrists. Uma Naidoo, MD, a professional chef,…

Coffee has a way of filtering into a person's morning routine until it becomes a habit. And for many, "habit" may not even be a bold enough word. Call it what you will — ritual, addiction, obsession — a cross-border caffeine addiction is generally considered manageable, if not beneficial. Several studies (perhaps conducted by hopeful coffee lovers) point to how Java can be healthy. As we have reported before, coffee can help you live longer, give you better eyesight, even increase your metabolism. "Caffeine can improve…

Whether you usually start your morning by removing a carton of OJ or making your own freshly squeezed version on the weekends, orange juice is a tasty part of many people's usual routines. Although you may recognize the popular drink as an excellent source of vitamin C - often packing more than RDA of the nutrient in each cup - that's not all you get for every sip. Before you pour yourself another glass of this golden elixir, read on to discover the secret side effects of drinking orange juice, according to science. And…