Monthly Archives: November 2017

Cabbages for Gut Health: Vitamin U

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Tomato Sauce: Prostate Cancer Protection

Posted on November 22, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Carotenoids, and their oxidised metabolites xanthophylls, are a heterogenous group of phytonutrients responsible for many of the orange, yellow and red colours found in plants. Examples of carotenoids include β-carotene and α-carotene in carrots and lycopene in tomatoes. Carotenoids are … Continue reading →

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Protein and Vitamin D For Strength in Old Age?

Posted on November 21, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Fat free mass is inversely associated with mortality. This relates in part to the fact that as people age muscle mass naturally decreases, which is in part caused by the natural reduction in hormones including growth hormone, testosterone and insulin … Continue reading →

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Equol: Isoflavone Derivative

Posted on November 20, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Isoflavones (isoflavonoids) are a group of flavonoids that are found in high concentrations in legumes. Soy for example, is a good source of isoflavones, with other legumes containing much lower levels. Three dietary isoflavones that are of interest to nutritionists … Continue reading →

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How Does Topical Fluoride Work?

Posted on November 19, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Green Tea Catechins Protect Teeth

Posted on November 18, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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How Often Should You Eat?

Posted on November 17, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Many people ask the question ‘how often should I eat?’. Giving an answer to this question is difficult, because there are a number of factors that need to be considered carefully. Eating primarily provide energy to the body and in … Continue reading →

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Alcohol Reduces Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Robert Barrington

The public’s conception of alcohol relating to health appears to reflect the mainstream medically established propaganda. The mainstream claims that alcohol is detrimental to the health, and there is a general concerted effort to reduce alcohol consumption amongst the population … Continue reading →

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Fluoride: A Simple Way to Reduce Absorption

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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More Benefits for High Protein Diets: Sleep Quality

Posted on November 15, 2017 by Robert Barrington

High protein diets have a number of benefits for those wishing to improve their body composition. Protein supplies nitrogen and this facilitates the synthesis of new skeletal muscle. This is especially true in cases when high intensity exercise such as … Continue reading →

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