[ The following article was written by Jon Benson, fitness and fat-loss expert. I trust you'll enjoy it! ] You may have this gene. It may be turned “off” right now… in fact it probably is. There’s a problem with that: This gene helps you melt off bodyfat. It would be pretty nice to turn … Continue reading SIRT1: Is Your Fat-Burning Gene Turned On?
Month: May 2011
Vegetarian Diet May Lower Risk For Developing Metabolic Syndrome
MedWire (5/18, Withers) reported, "Individuals who consume a vegetarian diet have a lower risk for developing the metabolic syndrome than those who do not," according to a study published in the journal Diabetes Care. After examining the diets of some 773 people, researchers found "those adhering to a vegetarian dietary pattern were at a 56% lower … Continue reading Vegetarian Diet May Lower Risk For Developing Metabolic Syndrome
Selenium May Slow Progression Of Eye Problems In Patients With Graves’ Disease
HealthDay (5/18, Gordon) reported, "The trace mineral selenium improves quality of life and slows the progression of eye problems in people with the autoimmune disorder known as Graves' disease," according to a study published in the May 19 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine. For the study, researchers "recruited 159 people with mild Graves' … Continue reading Selenium May Slow Progression Of Eye Problems In Patients With Graves’ Disease
VNTV Episode 3 – Nutrition and the Eyes with special guest Dr. Hoang Ho, OD
We filmed our third episode for VietNewsTV on Friday May 6. Our special guest was Dr. Hoang Ho, who is the owner/optometrist of Healthy I Care Optometry located inside the Walmart in the Clairemont area. This is the brief outline of topics that was discussed Dry eyes: Artificial tears and Omega 3 fatty acid. Cornea: … Continue reading VNTV Episode 3 – Nutrition and the Eyes with special guest Dr. Hoang Ho, OD