Eat yoghurt to ward off garlic breath, say scientists
Researchers find the fat and protein in yoghurt bind the odour-producing compounds in garlic if eaten directly afterwardsIf you ’ve ever skipped the garlic for fear of romantic rejection, take note: You can have your date and eat garlic – provided you follow up with a spoonful of yoghurt. Research suggests that the fat and protein that yoghurt contains prevents almost all of the smelly volatile compounds in garlic from e scaping into the air.Manpreet Kaur and Prof Sheryl Barringer at the Ohio State University in Columbus, US, tested the capacity of yoghurt – and the water, fat and protein in it – to neutralise the ...
Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - September 25, 2023 Category: Science Authors: Linda Geddes Science correspondent Tags: Food science US news World news Source Type: news
The best way to get rid of garlic breath, according to scientists
Eating a certain food "right away" after garlic could banish bad breath. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - September 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
42 Quirky Kitchen Products That You ’ll Actually Use A *Ton*
This "Gracula" garlic crusher and lil' bird-shaped lemon juicer are about to be the main characters of your kitchen. (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - September 25, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Garlic breath can be fixed by eating natural yogurt thanks to its neutralising proteins, scientists say
Researchers have discovered that proteins found in whole-milk plain yoghurt work well to neutralise the sulphur-based compounds that cause the smell. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - September 24, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Antibiotics Destroy Memories?
Even in my earliest days of practicing medicine, I was never a big fan of prescribing antibiotics – except, of course, in cases of extreme or life-threatening infections.
Because even back then, I was concerned about the damage these drugs could cause to your gut.
That’s because trillions of microscopic bacteria – some that protect against certain diseases and some that can cause disease – live in your microbiome and exist in a delicate balance with each other.
The problem is that antibiotics can’t distinguish between so-called “good” bacteria and the “bad” ones causing the infection.
These drugs kill eve...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - September 19, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jacob Tags: Anti-Aging Source Type: news
The Establishment Failed Pel é And Kristie
I was saddened to hear that soccer legend Pelé and “Cheers” star Kirstie Alley both died of colon cancer late last year.
But the wider part of this tragedy is that this kind of cancer is highly preventable and still poorly understood by most doctors.
Mainstream physicians – as well as the media – will tell you your age causes colon cancer, the genes you inherited from your family, and a high-fat diet.
They couldn’t be more wrong.
Colorectal cancer has nothing to do with age and very little to do with your genes…
Instead, it has everything to do with epigenetics.
This is the important relationship between o...
Source: Al Sears, MD Natural Remedies - August 25, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jacob Tags: Cancer Source Type: news
Nutritionist shares four best supplements to take ahead of autumn - 'Really important'
From vitamin C to garlic, a nutritionist has recommended the "health-hero" supplements to take ahead of colder months. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 24, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Unregulated Agrochemicals Harm Health of Rural Residents in Central America
Medardo Pérez, 60, sprays paraquat, a potent herbicide, to kill the weeds growing in his corn crop in the San Isidro canton of the municipality of Santa María Ostuma, in central El Salvador. Most small farmers in Central America use this and other agrochemicals on their crops, just as agribusiness does on monocultures such as bananas, pineapples, coffee and sugar cane. CREDIT: Edgardo Ayala / IPSBy Edgardo AyalaSANTA MARÍA OSTUMA, El Salvador , Aug 21 2023 (IPS) In his green cornfield, Salvadoran farmer Medardo Pérez set about filling the hand-held spray pump that hangs on his back, with the right mixture of water and ...
Source: IPS Inter Press Service - Health - August 21, 2023 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Edgardo Ayala Tags: Conservation Development & Aid Editors' Choice Environment Featured Food and Agriculture Headlines Health Latin America & the Caribbean Regional Categories Agrochemicals Costa Rica El Salvador Glyphosate Guatemala Pesticides Source Type: news
Subway fans have until Friday to win free subs for life, but the catch will require some legal fees
Subway's new Deli Hero lineup include The Titan Turkey, The Grand Slam Ham, The Beast and The Garlic Roast Beef. Subway Subway's latest change will grant one fan free sandwiches for life. Hopefuls must legally change their name to Subway by Thursday night to enter the contest. The chain says it…#subway #delihero #titanturkey #grandslamham #beast #subwaynamechangecom #subwayseries #nevada #mississippi (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - July 29, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
When It ’ s This Hot, What Should You Eat?
As temperatures continue to climb in what could become the northern hemisphere’s hottest summer on record, the summer of 2023 is all about finding any way to stay cool. And that includes turning to foods that will hopefully provide a little relief. While not a panacea for the heat, body-cooling foods and no-cook diets could help to lower body temperature and make record-breaking heat waves a little more bearable..
Living safely in consistently hot climates means staying hydrated, especially with chilled drinks or fruits. But there are other, more physiologically based—and even surprising—ways to make your...
Source: TIME: Health - July 20, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Alice Park Tags: Uncategorized climate change Diet & Nutrition healthscienceclimate Source Type: news
How to extend the growing season in your garden and get multiple veggie harvests
I harvested my hardneck garlic crop earlier this month, which opened up some prime real estate in the garden, leaving me with an entire 4-by-4-foot raised bed to replant. As I was settling Eight Ball squash seedlings into the space, it occurred to me that I was inadvertently practicing what is…#eightball #mizuna #jessicadamiano #weeklydirtnewsletter (Source: Reuters: Health)
Source: Reuters: Health - July 18, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Africa: No Evidence Garlic-Infused Water Can Treat Yeast Infections - Seek Medical Advice
[Africa Check] IN SHORT: Garlic is a common ingredient in home remedies, and has been shown to have some medicinal properties. But there is conflicting evidence and not enough research to say it can treat yeast infections. (Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine)
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - June 12, 2023 Category: African Health Tags: Africa Health and Medicine Source Type: news
What Are Some High or Low FODMAPs Foods?
Discussion
FODMAPs is an acronym standing for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols. It is a diet strategy which has shown improvement for some adult patients with functional abdominal pain including some with irritable bowel syndrome. The evidence in pediatrics is murky and more well-designed studies are needed; however such studies are difficult to complete. In general, there are 3 phases to this dietary strategy:
Avoidance of all high FODMAP foods for 2-6 weeks. In some adult studies there has been improvement in 1 week. Especially in the pediatric age group, some people will only res...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - June 12, 2023 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Five foods that could slash your risk of blood clots forming, according to a doctor
From garlic to dark chocolate, a doctor recommended foods with promising nutritional profiles to stave off blood clots. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 4, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
The ‘anti-inflammatory’ foods that could ease arthritis joint pain - expert advice
From garlic to brown rice, an expert has shared the foods that could help relieve the painful symptoms of arthritis. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - May 11, 2023 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
