Scientific Wellness Blog

Posted on Thu, 9 Jul 09

Natural weight loss elixir

Sticking to water, and drinking it regularly, can promote weight loss and prevent weight gain. The benefits of drinking water may be due to its ability to increase fat metabolism [1] but is more likely due to the fact that water contains no calories. While sources of dietary sugars are generally considered more obvious items such as chocolate, candy, cake, ice cream and sweets the largest single source of added sugars in our diet is by far sweetened drinks which account for 47% of total added sugars [2].

Posted on Tue, 7 Jul 09

Love promotes longevity

A report published in the British Medical Journal has found that people living without a partner have twice the risk of developing cognitive impairment and Alzheimers disease later in life [1]. The study also found that the risk was even higher if people did not have a partner at midlife suggesting that single life carries the greatest risk for deteriorating mental health.

Posted on Sun, 5 Jul 09

Fruit juice as bad for your liver as alcohol?

Too many sweet foods such as soda and sweetened fruit juice may be as damaging to your liver as alcohol. A group have reported in The Journal of Nutrition that people who consume more dietary sources of sugars, such as soft drink and sweetened foods, have a high risk of fatty liver disease, the same liver disease that may affect regular drinkers and alcoholics [1].

Posted on Wed, 1 Jul 09

Your drink bottle may be poisoning you.

Every person on earth harbours measurable levels of environmental pollutants including chemicals linked to various health problems such as cancers, immunological problems, reduced IQ, depression and anxiety, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, weight gain, fatigue, low fertility and endometriosis [1-4]. One such chemical, Bisphenol-A, has been estimated to be present at detectable levels in 93% of people...

Posted on Sun, 28 Jun 09

Is lack of sleep making you fat?

Lack of adequate, refreshing sleep is emerging as a major risk factor for chronic diseases such as overweight and obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease [1]. Increased appetite and cravings for sweet foods may be one way poor quality sleep increases disease risk. In the January 2009 edition of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition researchers found that restricting peoples sleep time from 8.5 hours to 5.5 hours a night made them hungrier, in particular for sugary snacks [2].

Posted on Sun, 28 Jun 09

Practical tips for restful and refreshing sleep

Sleep is essential for restoring health and vitality to your mind and body. Studies show that people who sleep 7 - 8 hours each night live longer, healthier lives than those who sleep fewer hours. There are several practical tips for getting a good nights sleep...