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Will an Avocado a Day Improve Your Health?
Avocados have surged in popularity in recent years, with delicacies like avocado toast topping the list. This delicious fruit contains 20 minerals and vitamins, protective antioxidants, and healthy fats. But can eating an avocado a day improve your health? A recent study suggests the answer may not be clear.
In a 26-week randomized control trial from Penn State University, researchers examined 1,008 adults aged 25 and older who had abdominal obesity and limited avocado consumption. The participants were split into two groups: one group was given a daily avocado and provided with guidance on how to incorporate it into their diet. In contrast, the control group was instructed to maintain their regular eating habits and limit their avocado consumption to no more than two per month.
Researchers evaluated the participants’ diet quality at various points throughout the study with no prior notice, scoring food consumption using the Healthy Eating Index-2015 (HEI-2015). They also monitored the participants’ cardiometabolic disease risk factors, such as cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), body weight, visceral fat, C-reactive protein, and more.
The study results revealed that the daily avocado group had a 4.74-point increase in their HEI-2015 score, including an improved ratio of unsaturated to saturated fats and higher vegetable consumption. Plus, the avocado group’s monosaturated fatty acids intake increased by 13 grams a day, which aligns with the amount found in a single avocado. However, despite these positive dietary changes, there were no significant changes in the participants’ cardiometabolic disease risk factors over the 26-week study.
Study Links 17 Genetic Variants with Alzheimer’s Disease
Experts have long known that genetics may impact who develops Alzheimer’s disease. Now, according to a study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, researchers have homed in on 17 specific changes to the DNA sequence that are associated with Alzheimer’s Disease.
The study, conducted by researchers from the Boston University School of Public Health and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, analyzed data from the Alzheimer's Disease Sequencing Project (ADSP). This data, which includes over 95 million genetic variants from nearly 4,600 individuals with Alzheimer's disease and those without it, revealed 17 specific changes to the DNA sequence associated with the disease.
By pinpointing these genetic variants in five different genomic regions, researchers have identified key genes and variants that contribute to Alzheimer's disease. This research builds upon previous studies on genome-wide associations and opens the door to further exploration of how these variants impact biological functioning.
Researchers hope to build on this research with studies on larger populations to gain a better understanding of how these genes impact biological functioning. Plus, this study will hopefully pave the way for the development of new medications and treatments to combat Alzheimer’s disease.
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Discover the 20 Top Causes of Brain Decline That You Can PREVENT Starting Today
You may have been told that cognitive decline is a “natural part” of aging that needs to be accepted, but the truth is that you CAN improve your brain health, memory, energy levels, and mood naturally and quickly.
Research now confirms that multiple factors that contribute heavily to brain decline are well within your control, allowing you to slash your ris of dementia and other brain disorders.
That’s why we’ve compiled the TOP 20 causes of brain decline in this free guide, and more importantly, what YOU can do today today to prevent them, including 9 top foods contributing to brain decline, 7 toxic products you likely have in your home, and the 4 worst daily habits that may be putting your brain health at risk.
Download this FREE 29-page guide, The 20 Most Preventable Causes of Brain Decline.
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Is Alkaline Water Healthier Than Tap Water?
Alkaline water has gained popularity in recent years, with some claiming it offers numerous health benefits compared to tap water. Yet, according to Howard E. LeWine, MD, chief medical editor at Harvard Health Publishing, there isn’t any evidence showing that alkaline water is better for your health than regular tap or bottled water. Alkaline water is simply water that has a pH level above 7. A pH of 7 is considered neutral, while anything below 7 is considered acidic. One potential benefit of alkaline water is that it may provide relief from acid reflux heartburn, but the benefit is only temporary. (More)
7 Reasons You May Be Pooping a Lot
While most people go number two one to three times daily, poop frequency varies from person to person. Plus, many variables can contribute to how often you need to use the restroom. Consuming a diet rich in plant-based foods and drinking coffee, for example, can lead to more frequent bowel movements. Additionally, conditions such as lactose intolerance, gastrointestinal illnesses, food poisoning, and menstruation can all contribute to an increase in poop frequency. Plus, women who are menstruating may also experience more frequent bowel movements due to the spike in prostaglandins, which cause the smooth muscles in the uterus to contract impacting the nearby intestines. (More)
Vitamin C: Your Skin’s Anti-Aging “Secret Weapon”
Vitamin C plays a crucial role in the production of collagen, the main protein responsible for maintaining your skin's firmness and elasticity. Collagen production declines with age, causing our skin to lose its youthful plumpness and begin to show signs of aging, including fine lines and wrinkles. The good news is that multiple studies show vitamin C helps boost collagen production by promoting collagen synthesis, which helps your body to produce more collagen. Plus, vitamin C benefits your skin in other ways, including reducing redness and even out skin tone, as well as shielding your skin from harmful UV rays. (More)
7 Heart Symptoms to Never Ignore
While a heart attack requires a different treatment than congestive heart failure, both share similar warning signs, and recognizing them will allow you to seek treatment early. The biggest red flag is angina (chest pain), which can sometimes be mistaken for heartburn or indigestion—and can also be felt in your neck, throat, jaw, arms, or back. Other heart symptoms include shortness of breath, a quick heartbeat, palpitations, weakness or dizziness, sweating, and nausea. If you have any of these symptoms, seek medical attention. (More)
If a Parent Has Type 2 Diabetes, Will You Inherit It?
Most cases of diabetes in the United States (90-95%) are type 2. If type 2 diabetes runs in your family, you are at higher risk of developing it, yet genetics alone won’t determine your fate. Several modifiable factors can influence your likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, such as being overweight, having a high body mass index (BMI), leading a sedentary lifestyle, having high cholesterol levels, and experiencing high blood pressure. Therefore, making healthy lifestyle changes can reduce your risk regardless of your heredity. (More)
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Did you know you may be taller in the morning than you are in the evening? Height varies depending upon the time of day we measure it because the cartilage between our bones compresses during the day, making us slightly shorter by evening.
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Stop Cognitive Decline In Its Tracks By Identifying the 20 Top Causes of Brain Decline
If you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond, and the “small signs” of cognitive decline, brain fog, or hazy recall are beginning to set in, then you simply MUST read this free guide, The 20 Most Preventable Causes of Brain Decline.
Because despite the common myths about what it means to get older, it IS possible to naturally boost cognitive function, focus, memory, mood, and energy levels by identifying and eliminating the top, seemingly “innocent” causes of brain decline that you’re likely encountering multiple times every day.
In this 29-page guide, you’ll learn the:
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9 most preventable dietary causes of brain decline
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7 leading causes of brain decline in your home
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4 worst everyday habits that cause brain decline
Receive this research-based 29-page guide, The 20 Most Preventable Causes of Brain Decline, for FREE.
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