Published January 12, 2015

This little-known powerhouse could be the best way to live longer and healthier

?Have you ever heard of Nrf2? Nrf2 is the biological agent that pulls the trigger on protecting our bodies from oxidant stress and free radical damage. For years we have known that molecules known as oxidants and free radicals were behind the organ and tissue degeneration that comes with aging and disease. Now a brand new study of Nrf2 is showing what just might be the best way for us to protect ourselves from this damage.

 

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Published January 9, 2015

Will artificial or low-calorie sweeteners help you maintain your weight or not?

?I don't know if you know this, but in the late '70s and '80s there was a theory floating around that artificial or low-calorie sweeteners actually promoted weight gain. The theory was that they altered taste and metabolic signaling, which decreased the feeling of fullness and increased appetite, hunger, sweet cravings, and ultimately food intake. There was very little data to support the idea, but that didn't stop it from making headlines in various health magazines. In fact, many people still promote this idea. But is it true?

 

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Published January 7, 2015

When minor heartburn can mean a major problem

?Heartburn (the ten-dollar word is reflux disease) is sneaky. Sometimes the symptoms are severe. And sometimes the symptoms are minor. But here's the thing. Just because your symptoms may be minor in no way means that your problem is minor. And likewise, just because your symptoms are bad doesn't mean your condition is. A new study shows just how unreliable heartburn symptoms can be.

 

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