Mental health epidemic is "great threat to humanity": Expert

Mental health epidemic is "great threat to humanity": Expert: "A change in the nutritional paradigm away from calories towards healthy brain growth is needed if society is to avoid an impending mental health epidemic, leading omega-3 researchers have said."

Bilberry extract shows colitis benefits: Animal study

Bilberry: Bilberries are found in very acidic, nutrient-poor soils throughout the temperate and subarctic regions of the world. They are closely related to North American wild and cultivated blueberries and huckleberries in the genus Vaccinium. One characteristic of bilberries is that they produce single or paired berries on the bush instead of clusters, as the blueberry does. (Wipedia)

"Anthocyanin-rich extracts from bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus) may reduce inflammation in colitis patients and offer a natural alternative to steroids, suggests new research."

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Beta-glucan shows potential prebiotic activity

"Beta-glucan from barley may boost levels of beneficial bacteria in our gut, particularly in people over 50, says a new study from Greece."

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Chocolate could lower cholesterol for CDV risk group, study

Chocolate could lower cholesterol for CDV risk group, study: "Short-term cocoa consumption can significantly lower blood cholesterol, but only in modest quantities and only in those with risk factors for heart diseases, according to a meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials by Chinese researchers."

Chilli compound’s weight benefits pinpointed?

Chilli compound’s weight benefits pinpointed?: "Capsaicin, the compound gives red chilli pepper its heat, may exert its benefits at the protein level to boost fat burning and energy production, says new research."

Ginger supplements may reduce pain after exercise: Study

Ginger supplements may reduce pain after exercise: Study

Asthma risk 'linked to burgers'

Children eating a Mediterranean diet have a lower risk of asthma, but eating three or more burgers a week is linked to a higher risk, a new report says.

Asthma risk 'linked to burgers'