Six Popular Foods That Are High In Sodium: An American Heart Association Infographic. The infographic from the American Heart Association highlights the six popular foods that have high levels of sodium.
These are bread and rolls, cold cuts, cured meat, pizza, poultry, soup, and sandwiches. RELATED LINKSAmerican Heart AssociationWhite Potatoes Linked To High Levels Of Potassium And Low Fat, Cholesterol, and SodiumAvocado In Daily Diet Lowers Bad Cholesterol LevelsPotato Consumption DecliningSpace Food 101 - SpirulinaStudy On Effects of Deep Space Travel Reveals Sodium Rhythm Cycle of the Human Body. Avocado In Daily Diet Lowers Bad Cholesterol Levels. Journal of the American Heart Association published a study citing that a daily diet of one avocado can help overweight and obese indiviuals improve their bad cholesterol levels.
Researchers used data gathered from forty five overweight or obese patients between the ages of 21 and 70, through three different diets to come up with their results. They found that patients had lower low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels and better blood measurements after the avocado diet. LDL is considered the "bad cholesterol" while monounsaturated fat and polyunsaturated fat are considered to be healthy for the body. These measurements are all considered to be cardio-metabolic risk factors in ways that are independent of the heart-healthy fatty acid effects.
Aside from this latest study, recent research also point out that anti-oxidants found in avocados, specifically in avocado oil, are far better than those found in other fruits. Video: Avocado benefits. Health Mechanics of Flavanols in Dark Chocolate Discovered. Chocolate, specifically its main ingredient cocao, is known to have health benefits.
It is one of the most popular food today. On average, a person would consume ten pounds of it annually. Although, scientists look at a category of flavonoids called flavonols as the reason for its healthy properties, the exact reason why has been unknown for years. Vitamin B Supplements Reduce Risk of Stroke. New research suggests that taking vitamin B supplements help reduce the risk of stroke.
B Vitamins are a group of vitamins that help in cell metabolism. They help in the formation of red blood cells as well as turning food into energy and other needed substances. Each vitamin in the group are chemically distinct from each other and can be found in the same source. Vitamin B complex supplements are supplements that contain all eight vitamins in the group. Previously, there were more than eight vitamins in the group but were removed from the group as they were no longer considered to be vitamins. B vitamins can be sourced from proteins such as fish, poultry, meat, eggs, and dairy products. New evidence suggests that taking vitamin B supplements may help reduce the risk of stroke.
"Previous studies have conflicting findings regarding the use of vitamin B supplements and stroke or heart attack," said author Xu Yuming, with Zhengzhou University in Zhengzhou, China. Video: Good Vitamin B Foods. Research on Chocolate, Wine, and other Antioxidant Rich Foods Highlighted by American Chemical Society Symposium. The health benefits of antioxidants found in some food such as chocolate, tea, red wine, fruits and vegetables was the topic presented at a symposium by the American Chemical Society during its 246th National Meeting & Exposition.
Antioxidants are substances that are known to have health benefits that include reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer. These protect cells against molecules produced by the body that damages cells known as free radicals. The symposium,"Phenolic Derivatives for Food and Human Health", focuses on the antioxidant substances found in red wine, dark chocolate, olive oil, coffee, tea, and other foods and dietary supplements that are believed to bring about a healthy and long life. Topics during the symposium include: White Potatoes Linked To High Levels Of Potassium And Low Fat, Cholesterol, and Sodium. A newly released study links high intakes of potassium with the consumption of white potatoes.
The study also adds it offers less calories when compared to bananas (which are generally associated with potassium) with the same potassium content. Potassium is an important nutrient for the body. It is in the top ten common element by mass at 0.2% of the body, it is usually ranked between the 8th and 9th most common element, tying with sulfur and chlorine. Potassium cations (positive ions) are used by the body for brain and nerve functions, specifically in the neurons. High Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Promotes Calm, Positive and Happy Behavior. Research published in the British Journal of Health Psychology show that high fruit and vegetable consumption promotes a happier and positive mood behavior among young people.
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Vitamin D is a vitamin that can be synthesized (created) by the body through exposure to sunlight.
It helps regulate the calcium and phosphate levels in the body. It also helps keeps bones and teeth healthy. Despite it being available through sunlight, studies has shown that people still suffer from vitamin D deficiency. Lack of vitamin D can lead to diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia, and bone deformities.