Health
The facts on flax
(HealthDay)—Though tiny in size, flax packs a big nutritional punch.
Jun 9, 2017
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News tagged with salad dressings
Health
Lipids in eggs enhance bioavailability of carotenoids in vegetables
Adding eggs to a salad with a variety of raw vegetables is an effective method to improve the absorption of carotenoids, which are fat-soluble nutrients that help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress, according to research ...
Jun 5, 2015
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Health
Is coconut oil good for you?
There is no consistent body of data that I am aware of to indicate that coconut oil has documented specific beneficial effects; hence, there is no data that I'm aware of to suggest people should go out of their way to consume ...
Sep 29, 2014
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Consumers like olive oil for health and flavor but need more facts, survey finds
Consumers in the United States are enthusiastic about the flavor and potential health benefits of olive oil but still a bit hazy on how to select, evaluate and describe this ancient but increasingly popular food product, ...
May 31, 2013
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Could compound in artificial sweeteners worsen Crohn's disease?
(HealthDay) -- The food additive maltodextrin, commonly used in some artificial sweeteners, may worsen Crohn's disease by encouraging the growth of E. coli bacteria in the small intestine, a new study suggests.
May 21, 2012
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Genetics
Gene related to fat preferences in humans found
A preference for fatty foods has a genetic basis, according to researchers, who discovered that people with certain forms of the CD36 gene may like high-fat foods more than those who have other forms of this gene.
Feb 3, 2012
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