Which weight loss supplements REALLY work?
Caffeine and cayenne pepper aid weight loss as they help us burn more calories at rest, but acai berries and guarana are a waste of time, said Dr Nick Fuller, of the University of Sydney. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - March 1, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Why Salmon Makes the Best Valentine's Day Gift (Recipe Included)
February is about love. It's about celebrating the people you love and showing them that you care, perhaps by treating them to a night on the town, a sparkling piece of jewelry, or a handwritten love note. Or maybe, by cooking them a beautiful piece of salmon.
Hear me out. Along with Valentine's Day, February is also American Heart Month. Since heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US, preparing a heart-healthy, balanced meal is arguably the kindest thing you can do for the ones you love.
When I think of heart-healthy foods, salmon is typically the first to come to mind. Rich in Omega-3s, salmon is filling...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - February 11, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The 5 Amazing Health Benefits Of Spicy Foods
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Cayenne, jalapeno, habanero, chili—it seems like there are a million different kinds of hot peppers you can buy. And not only are they a great way to add flavor to your recipes, research shows that they may have a surprisingly positive effect on your health.
Hot peppers, like jalapeños and chills, are rich in a component called capsaicin. "What we now know about capsaicin is that it has many benefits in terms of adding to the resistance to disease," says Cary Present, M.D., a medical oncologist at City of Hope hospitalin California and author ofSurviving American Medicine. "Capsaicin as a l...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - February 7, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
How bubbly ruined extreme detox diet for classical soprano Camilla Kerslake
The 27-year-old soprano (pictured) survived on nothing but a cocktail of lemon juice, maple syrup, water and cayenne pepper for five days – and lost 4lb after drinking it eight times a day. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - January 31, 2016 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Zika virus infection – France - Overseas Departments
On 21 December 2015, WHO received notification of the first 2 laboratory-confirmed cases of Zika virus infection in two overseas departments of France: Remire-Montjoly, French Guiana and Schœlcher, Martinique. Since then, 2 additional cases have been reported in Saint Laurent du Maroni, French Guiana and in Fort de France, Martinique. The cases were confirmed by polymerase chain reaction (viral genome detection) at the Pasteur Institute in Cayenne, French Guiana and at the university hospital laboratory in Martinique. (Source: WHO Disease Outbreaks)
Source: WHO Disease Outbreaks - January 8, 2016 Category: Infectious Diseases Tags: pesticide [subject], insecticides, fungicides, risk factor [subject], risk, health risks, water [subject], safe water, wastewater, greywater, clean water, Disease outbreak news [doctype], European Region [region], France [country] Source Type: news
Uganda: Comedy Meets Dance At #I Know HIV Concert
[Monitor] As the world marked World Aids Day at the beginning of December, Reach A Hand Uganda (RAHU), a youth empowerment organisation, delivered the message to the youth through the #iknowHIV concert that was held at Cayenne Restaurant and Longue in Bukoto. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - December 14, 2015 Category: African Health Source Type: news
Three food grade colorants identified for citrus
(American Society for Horticultural Science) Research demonstrated that three out of five oil-soluble natural red/orange colorants resulted in peel colors similar to the industry standard Citrus Red No.2 dye (CR2) when tested on test papers and fresh oranges. Annatto extract, paprika extract, and paprika oleoresin produced the dark orange color favored by consumers. Annatto was determined to be relatively stable under storage and simulated marketing conditions. (Source: EurekAlert! - Biology)
Source: EurekAlert! - Biology - November 30, 2015 Category: Biology Source Type: news
10 Satisfying Low-Sodium Snacks
When you need to satisfy between-meal munchies, do you automatically reach for a salty snack? For many of us it’s the bags of pretzels and potato chips that call our name from the vending machine midafternoon. But the snack favorites tend to be high in sodium, a mineral that we should be limiting in our diets. According to the National Dietary Guidelines for Americans, everyone should aim to consume less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) of salt daily for better health. The American Heart Association recommends an even lower number — less than 1500 mg — to keep your blood pressure within a healthy range. For mos...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - October 31, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Smart Smoothie: How to Make the Right Smoothie for Your Goals
Ahh smoothies... so many of us think they are the healthiest choice. Smoothies can be an excellent addition to your meal plan or they can truly be your saboteur. Be smart! It is very important that you know why you are adding what you are adding and there is a purpose to it. Otherwise, the calories and sugar can get totally out of control and you are basically drinking dessert and empty calories. See below a list of categories of different things you can add to your smoothie. Based on your goals, palate, creativity and level of motivation, make your smoothies work for you. This could be a quick pre or post workout meal, ...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - October 21, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
8 Filling Fall Soup Recipes With 5 Ingredients Or Less
Autumn is here, and that means it's time for nubby sweaters and steaming bowls of soup. But while it takes a total of three seconds to throw on your favorite crewneck, cooking up Grandma's yummy stew recipe tends to be an hours-long ordeal. Still, that's no reason to miss out altogether. (Or worse, turn to the sodium-laden canned stuff.) When you're strapped for time, these simple, satisfying soups will totally hit the spot. More: The 5 Healthiest Fall Soups From Your Favorite Lunch Spots 1. Pesto Bean Soup Basic white bean soup is kinda boring. But when you add prepared pesto plus umami-packed ingredients like Parmesan...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - October 12, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Cayenne's Mirror(TM) Partial Knee System Demonstrates Outstanding Two-Year Clinical Outcomes
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., March 25, 2015 -- (Healthcare Sales & Marketing Network) -- Cayenne Medical, Inc., a private sports medicine device company specializing in the soft tissue based arthroplasty and reconstruction, today announced the preliminary two-year r... Devices, OrthopaedicCayenne Medical, The Mirror, Partial Knee, partial knee replacement (Source: HSMN NewsFeed)
Source: HSMN NewsFeed - March 25, 2015 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news
Kraft American Cheese Singles Have Been Labeled A Health Food By Professional Nutritionists (Not As A Joke)
Kraft Singles, a type of processed cheese that comes individually wrapped in a thin, plastic film, is the first food to receive the new "Kids Eat Right" label -- a stamp of approval designed by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to help families make healthier decisions in the grocery store.
The "Kids Eat Right" campaign is meant to "raise awareness that the diets of America's kids are lacking in three important components– dairy, calcium and vitamin D," according to a statement from AND. But the news has been met with skepticism, if not outright derision.
At Mother Jones, food and agriculture correspondent Tom P...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - March 16, 2015 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The Science of Why Indian Food Is So Delicious
By Paula Forbes
Indian food is a cuisine of contrasting flavors.
What makes Indian food so delicious? Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology in Jaipur, India analyzed data from thousands of Indian recipes and found that those kormas, dosas, and tandoori chicken dishes you love are actually based on a different flavor principle than those of Western cuisines.
Science has shown that Western dishes tend to be built on combinations of similar or closely related flavors. Indian recipes, this study finds, are all about contrasting flavors. In fact, the more chemically similar two flavorings are, the less likely t...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - March 9, 2015 Category: Science Source Type: news
Tips for keeping the holidays safe, healthy and stress-free
Stumped about what to give your child for Christmas this year? It’s easy to get lost in the whirlwind of toy store hype and holiday marketing. The Thriving staff checked in with caregivers from Boston Children’s Hospital to see what they had to say about how to make the most of the holiday season. It’s no surprise that safe and healthful options topped their holiday lists.
The healthiest toys
“When buying gifts this season, remember that experiences and toys that encourage interactive play are the healthiest. Toys that encourage pretend play (like a cooking set), experiences (like a trip to the zoo) or homemade...
Source: Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston - December 18, 2014 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Lisa Fratt Source Type: news
Most Of The Items In Your Spice Rack Are Probably Expired
Sugar, spice and everything nice is only so nice for a couple of months. Your spice rack may be filled with little bottles of seasoning with the power to enhance any dish on the planet, but the truth is, they can only do this for so long.
Many of us are guilty of keeping those containers of magic dust -- ubiquitous allspice, heat-inducing chili powder and please-add-it-to-everything cinnamon -- in our pantries way past their due dates.
Are you ready for it? According to Karen Page, author of The Flavor Bible (and most recently, The Vegetarian Flavor Bible), spices should be replaced every six to 12 months. When dealing...
Source: Science - The Huffington Post - November 11, 2014 Category: Science Source Type: news
