Hello. It’s Sunday, April 14. You’re about to discover why eating more fiber (not less) may help IBD…the good news about caffeine… why humans are similar to bananas…how to wake up to a healthy “grab ‘n go” breakfast…and more…
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Positive News for “Weekend Warriors”
If you’re someone who gets most of your exercise on the weekends, here’s good news. A recent study found that those who exercise just on the weekends have body fat levels comparable to those who spread out their workouts—if they exercise for 150 or more.
For this study published in Obesity (Silver Spring), Chinese researchers analyzed data from 9,629 participants ages 20-59 who took part in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Study (NHANES) from 2011 to 2018. Body fat and abdominal fat were measured using dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA scan), along with waist circumference and BMI. Plus, participants were classified as either inactive, weekend warrior, or regularly active based on a physical activity questionnaire.
The study results showed that both the regularly active and weekend warrior groups had lower levels of whole-body fat and abdominal fat compared to the inactive group. Specifically, engaging in 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of high-intensity activity, along with two days of muscle strengthening, led to reduced body fat levels—regardless of whether it was crammed into a two-day weekend or spread throughout the week.
Although weekend warriors and regular exercisers achieved similar results in terms of body fat, experts recommend consistent physical activity throughout the week for maintaining overall fitness and preventing disease.
Eating More Fiber (Not Less) May Lessen IBD Symptoms
Patients with irritable bowel disease (IBD) are often told to cut back on their fiber intake, especially during an IBD flareup. Yet, a recent study published in Cell Host & Microbe suggests increasing fiber intake, rather than reducing it, may help to calm IBD symptoms.
While the exact cause of IBD is unknown, researchers set out to determine the role diet and genetics may play. Knowing that some people with IBD are born without interleukin-10 proteins or their receptors, researchers studied mice with the same genetic defect. What they found is that while some of the mice with this genetic developed inflammation of the intestinal tract, the gene wasn’t the culprit.
Instead, the severity of IBD symptoms was linked to the presence of certain bacteria, as well as a low-fiber diet. When the mice were fed a low-fiber diet, inflammation in the intestines flared up, since the bacteria were looking to the mucus layer of the intestinal wall for nutrients—thinning it out and triggering IBD flareups. Conversely, feeding the mice a high-fiber diet helped to prevent inflammation and alleviate IBD symptoms.
These research findings suggest increasing fiber intake may play an important role in managing IBD symptoms and reducing intestinal inflammation.
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The 17 PROVEN Most Effective Steps to Prevent Mobility Loss
Losing mobility is “enemy #1” when it comes to your independence, productivity, and quality of life — but in this easy-to-read, research-based guide you’re about to discover the 17 proven most effective steps you can start taking right away to protect and improve yours.
If you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or beyond, the “small signs” of losing mobility and becoming frail may already be there (or perhaps they’re not so small) – back pain getting off the couch, creaky knees going upstairs, stiff necks, achy feet and shoulders, and so forth.
The GREAT NEWS is that there are little-known, easy, and proven very effective steps you can start taking right away to stop the loss and greatly improve your mobility!
Download this FREE 28-page guide, How to Not Lose Your Mobility As You Age.
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Caffeine: Good For Your Joints and BMI
Caffeine is the most widely consumed drug on the planet. Yet, even after years of research, there are still a lot of mysteries to unravel about its impact on our health. Now, a recent study published in BMC Medicine has found that those with higher plasma caffeine levels throughout the day—either from a genetic predisposition for slower caffeine metabolism or higher caffeine consumption—may be at a lower risk of developing obesity and osteoarthritis. (More)
The Top Cause of Undereye Bags + How to Fade Them
Dark circles and under-eye bags can be frustrating and they can become more common as we age. That’s because as we get older, the production of two important skin proteins, collagen and elastin, begins to decline—and those proteins are what keep your skin looking plump, thick, and firm. Vitamin C helps to promote collagen synthesis when it’s used topically or consumed, improving skin thickness. Plus, using maple leaf extract alongside vitamin C helps to boost elastin and collagen, all at once. (More)
A “Bodybuilder” Nutrient that Helps Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation
Creatine, a nutrient usually marketed body bodybuilders, may help to improve symptoms of sleep deprivation. For a study published in Scientific Reports, scientists gave 15 men and women between the ages of 20 to 28 either a single high-dose creatine (.35 grams per kilogram of body weight) or a placebo. When they tested their cognitive functioning between 2 am to 4 am the following morning, the creatine group had stronger scores on memory and cognitive tasks. (More)
Best Time of Day to Take Vitamin D? There Isn’t One!
Vitamin D is essential for muscle and nerve function, your immune system, and more. Yet, it’s estimated that 25% of Americans are deficient in this important nutrient since it’s tough to get enough from food alone. That’s where vitamin D supplements come in. What is the best time of day to take vitamin D? Experts say it doesn’t matter; you can take it in the morning or evening. More importantly, you want to take it with food, preferably with healthy fats that aid vitamin D absorption. (More)
Can What You Eat Affect How Attractive Someone Looks?
In a recent study, researchers divided 104 adults into two groups: those fed high-glycemic meals and those given low-glycemic meals. Subjects ate their meals and then photos of their faces were then ranked by the opposite sex on an attractiveness scale. The group that ate the higher glycemic meals had a significantly decreased attractiveness rating after their meals, yet further research is needed to determine the exact cause of why this happens. (More)
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It’s a well-known fact that human DNA is 96% identical to chimpanzees. Yet, what may come as a surprise is that human DNA is also more than 60% identical to bananas.
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Getting Older Does NOT Have to Mean Less Mobility, Independence, and Productivity
If staying mobile, on your feet, and feeling good well into your 60s, 70s, 80s, and beyond is your goal, there are certain simple steps you can take TODAY to protect your mobility and independence for years and even decades to come.
That’s why we put together this researched and easy-to-understand guide entitled How to Not Lose Your Mobility As You Age.
In it, you’ll discover:
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The top foods and spices that help you (and foods to avoid)
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The 4 key do-it-yourself exercises
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The 7 posture essentials
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The 4 best stretches
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Top causes of injuries and how to avoid them
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4 types of everyday products you need to be cautious of
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7 “musts” when it comes to choosing your shoes
Receive the complete 28-page guide, How to Not Lose Your Mobility As You Age, for FREE.
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