Food Therapies

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Food Therapies applies the principles of naturopathic nutrition, using the healing properties and nourishment of foods to help you and your body reach its health potential.

02/09/2025

Eating meat may offer protective benefits against cancer-related mortality

A study recently published in Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism found those who ate more animal protein had a modest but significant reduction in cancer-related mortality.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/08/250825015640.htm

19/08/2025

Walk faster, age slower

A new study led by researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine found that walking slightly faster, 14 steps per minute more than a person's usual pace, led to meaningful improvements in physical function among older adults who were frail or at risk of becoming frail.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/07/250727235830.htm

05/08/2025

Eating 2 eggs a day can lower the risk of heart disease

In a study recently published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers showed definitively that eating eggs do not raise your LDL cholesterol, in fact, it may help lower your risk of heart disease.

Read more at: www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/07/250727235827.htm

22/07/2025

Be active and live longer!

A research which summarised data from 85 studies from more than 8 million people was recently published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. It was found that adults who were consistently active had up to 40% lower risk of dying from any cause and a 30-40% reduction in cardiovascular mortality. Starting exercise later in life still provided significant benefits - a 20-25% lower risk of death compared to those who remained sedentary.

Read more at: https://doi.org/10.1136/bjsports-2024-109122

08/07/2025

Eating apples, berries and chocolate for a longer lifespan

A 10-year study recently published in Nature Food found that those who consume a diverse range of foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples, could lower their risk of developing serious health conditions and have the potential to live longer.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250603115028.htm

24/06/2025

Daily consumption of 1-2 cups of black coffee is associated with lower overall mortality

A study recently published in The Journal of Nutrition found that consuming 1-2 cups of black coffee or coffee with low amount of added sugar and saturated fat were associated with a 14% lower risk of all-cause mortality as compared to no coffee consumption.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/06/250617014142.htm

19/05/2025

Blocking internet on smartphones more effective than antidepressants

A randomised controlled trial recently published in PNAS Nexus found that blocking mobile internet on smartphones for just two weeks can significantly improve mental health (more than antidepressants), subjective well-being (including life satisfaction and positive affect), and the ability to sustain attention (as much as being 10 years younger).

Read more at: https://doi.org/10.1093/pnasnexus/pgaf017

06/05/2025

Sauerkraut for gut health

A recent study published in Applied and Environmental Microbiology suggests that the fermented cabbage, i.e. sauerkraut could help protect your gut, which is an essential part of your overall health. Not only does your gut support your digestion, it also helps to protect against illness.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/04/250414162040.htm

22/04/2025

The link between diet, depression and Alzheimer's Disease

New research from Edith Cowan University showed that diet could influence the risk of both depression and Alzheimer's disease (AD). Researchers found that depressive symptoms, already linked to an increased risk of AD, may be exacerbated by a poor diet, while adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet appears to offer neuroprotective benefits.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250205131900.htm

08/04/2025

Just 35 minutes of exercise a week slashed risk of dementia by 41%

A study recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Directors Association found that engaging in as little as 35 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity per week was associated with a 41% lower risk of developing dementia over a four-year follow-up period.

Read more at: https://www.jamda.com/article/S1525-8610(24)00879-X/abstract

25/03/2025

Walk among trees for better immunity and well-being

A study published recently in Nature compared forest walking and urban walking among healthy men in their middle to late adulthood. Forest walkers were found to have better immunity, lower level of stress and an improvement in mood.

Read more at: https://rdcu.be/eeLkX

11/03/2025

Older adults with low to normal level of B12 showed signs of neurological and cognitive deficiency

A study recently published in Annals of Neurology showed participants with a lower active B12 level have slower cognitive processing speed, slower visual processing speeds and general slower brain conductivity.

Read more at: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2025/02/250218203749.htm

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