Southern Diet Increases Risk Of Stroke

The southern diet- which mainly consists of fatty fried foods rich in salt – has been linked with a substantially increased risk of stroke.

Discussing Dietary Fats

Replacing saturated animal fats with polyunsaturated fats rich in omega-6 linoleic acid may not be beneficial for heart patients, researchers have claimed. Linoleic acid is present in high amounts in some commonly used vegetable oils such as corn, sunflower, safflower and soybean…

Component In Olive Oil Alleviates Intestinal Ischemia And Reperfusion

Here’s another reason why you should include olive oil in your diet: A new research report published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology suggests that at least one compound in olive oil significantly reduces intestinal ischemia (restricted blood supply) and the resulting reperfusion injury (tissue damage caused when blood supply returns)…

Restaurants Make More Money Serving Low-Calorie Meals

More and more restaurants across the country are serving low-calorie meals in an effort to cut spending and make more of a profit.

For Protection Against Liver Disease, Some Omega-3 Oils Are Better Than Others

Research at Oregon State University has found that one particular omega-3 fatty acid has a powerful effect in preventing liver inflammation and fibrosis – common problems that are steadily rising along with the number of Americans who are overweight…