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Copper essential for burning fat: Study

July 7, 2016 SrijitaBurning, Copper, Essential, fat, for, Study

Copper plays a critical role in metabolism by helping move fat out of cells and into the blood stream for use as energy, a study said. Findings about copper and fat cells, called adipocytes, by the group from the University of California, Berkeley, will be published in the journal Nature Chemical Biology in July, Xinhua news agency reported. “Unlike other studies that link copper levels both to increased or decreased fat metabolism, our study shows definitively how it works — it’s a signal that turns on fat cells,” said…

Have you tried the cauliflower diet?

July 7, 2016 SrijitaCauliflower, Diet:, Have, The, Tried, You

All those who cannot imagine their veggies and curries without rice, cauliflower has become the new saviour. Sounds unbelievable? Radha Thomas in her book, “The Cauliflower diet” shows how the humble veggie has now become a potent replacement for carbs. Cauliflower is the new soya and this versatile vegetable can be made into rice, dough, mashed potatoes and even cookies and pudding. The American Institute of Cancer Research has placed cauliflower in the list of vegetables that fight cancer. A cruciferous vegetable, it is said to be an…

Diet tips to beat the bloat for a lighter summer

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Diet tips to beat the bloat for a lighter summer Tummy troubles often turn us into fart and burp factories. Now, you can beat the bloat with these expert nutrition tips. Extreme heat can aggravate gastrointestinal problems and so, Dr Rakesh Tandon, Head of Gastroenterology and Medical Director, PSRI Hospital, New Delhi, has shared some remedies that can provide quick and easy relief. He told ANI, “If you do not take enough water and get exposed to hot sun, you may suffer heat exhaustion or heat stroke and faint. So,…

10 monsoon foods that you need to stock up on

July 7, 2016 Srijita10', Foods, monsoon, Need, On, Stock, That, to, Up, You

With the monsoon upon us for the next three months, some food items are best avoidable such as seafood and leafy vegetables. However, the season also brings with it a basket of superfoods that offer a range of health benefits. Here’s a list GREEN TEA It’s best to substitute the sugary, milky chai and switch to green tea during the rainy season. The health benefits of green tea (brain function, fat loss, a lower risk of cancer) are well-documented. This is a great time for you to incorporate it into…

Foods from subsidized commodities tied to obesity

July 7, 2016 Srijitacommodities, Foods, From, Obesity, subsidized, tied, to

Foods from subsidized commodities tied toobesity The U.S. government spends billions of dollars each year on subsidies to farmers, but consuming too much food made from those subsidized farm products can boost people’s risk for heart disease, researchers say. The more people eat of foods made with subsidized commodities, the more likely they are to be obese, have abnormal cholesterol and high blood sugar, according to a report in JAMA Internal Medicine. Current federal agricultural subsidies help finance the production of corn, soybeans, wheat, rice, sorghum, dairy and livestock,…

5 Foods that improve your immunity

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Garlic is known to effectively fight infections (Thinkstock) A person’s health depends a lot on the state of their immunity. And you don’t have to look far to improve it. Simple everyday foods that you probably wouldn’t give a second glance to, contain powerful antioxidant properties that work wonders when it comes to boosting your immunity. Garlic: Not only does Garlic add taste to your food but is supposed to be packed with allicin, a compound that is known to boost immunity. Garlic is especially good to consume when you’re…