Researchers find that chocolate compound stops cancer cell cycle in lab experiments
...by MARS Incorporated.) Chocolate is made from the beans of cacao trees, and, like some other plants, are rich in natural antioxidants known as flavonoids. These antioxidants may protect cells from the damage caused by unstable molecules known as free radicals, which are thought to contribute to both heart...All low-fat diets are not equal, Stanford study shows
... diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole grains and beans has twice the cholesterol-lowering power of a conv...eas. "Include more whole grains and vegetables and beans and colors - not iceberg lettuce, but red bell peppers and carrots and broccoli and red cabbage and ...Annals of Internal Medicine tip sheet for May 3, 2005
...h in plant-based foods such as vegetables, fruits, beans and whole grains was better at lowering LDL cholesterol levels ('bad' cholesterol) than a similar diet without the veggies, a new study finds (Article, p. 725). In the four-week outpatient study, the two diets were identical in total fat, saturated f...Coffee is number one source of antioxidants
...source in the U.S. diet, Vinson says. Bananas, dry beans and corn placed third, fourth and fifth, respectively. But don't forget about fresh fruits and veggies, the researcher cautions. "Unfortunately, consumers are still not eating enough fruits and vegetables, which are better for you from an overall nu...Mars breaks new ground in heart health with Cocoavia
... the powerhouse compounds found naturally in cocoa beans that are similar to those found in red wine and green tea. Scientists have been encouraged by the growing number of independent studies that indicate cocoa flavanols may help influence factors associated with clotting and promote a healthy blood flow...Replacing some carbohydrates with protein and unsaturated fat may enhance heart health benefits
...To increase protein, mostly plant sources, such as beans and nuts, were used, although poultry, egg substitutes, and fat-free or low-fat milk products were also used. Like the carbohydrate diet, it contained 21 percent of calories from unsaturated fat. The diet emphasizing unsaturated fat used primarily...Iron-rich rice improves iron status of women
...eties of staple foods, such as rice, maize, wheat, beans and cassava, by selectively breeding to enhance nutritional qualities has merit for reducing micronutrient deficiencies in the developing world," said Haas. The biofortified rice was developed by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) in t...Ferment and cook beans for gas-free nutrition
Fermenting beans and then cooking them not only reduces the majorit...researchers had previous shown that fermenting the beans could destroy many of these compounds. Now this team of researchers at has identified the bacteria t...Startling new facts about what Australians are eating for lunch
...emeal toast. A cheese and salad sandwich or baked beans on toast are also good choices provided wholegrain bread and low-fat cheese are used. Tips for Choosing a Nutritious Lunch According to Sanitarium Dietitian, Cathy McDonald, a healthy tasty lunch will be based on wholegrain carbohydrates, protein (...Reversing malnutrition a spoonful at a time
...tions and small amounts of the local staples rice, beans and corn weren't enough to nourish children back to health. MFK works to combat childhood malnutrition and related diseases in northern coastal Cap Haitien, Haiti's second-largest city, by giving Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) to malnourished...Decrease in progression of prostate cancer
...le grains, cruciferous and leafy green vegetables, beans and legumes, and fruit, and to decrease the intake of meat, dairy products, and refined carbohydrates. They were also provided with stress management training, which incorporated meditation, yoga and Tai Chi exercises. The plant-based diet and stres...Does too much protein in the diet increase cancer risk?
.... "Our intake of vegetables and fruits is low, and beans are vastly underconsumed in the U.S. and Europe these days. " He believes diets would be healthier if we ate more whole grains, beans, fruits and vegetables and far fewer animal products. He recommends mostly fish, low-fat dairy products and, occas......eolicola, has led to the development of transgenic beans resistant to the disease. Herrera-Estrella has recently turned his attention to understanding the molecular mechanisms that make it possible for plants to tolerate toxic concentrations of aluminum and, more generally, that enable plants to adapt t...