Share on PinterestCould Mediterranean diets help maintain brain health by promoting a healthy weight? Image credit: Alba Vitta/Stocksy Brain health is a critical component of health and well-being. The brain aging faster than the rest of the body may be linked to several conditions, such as Alzheimer’s disease. One study found that reducing weight can help improve brain aging. Specific dietary interventions, including the Mediterranean diet and the green Mediterranean diet, have benefited study participants. Individuals interested in helpful dietary interventions can seek help from appropriate nutrition specialists. Brain aging…
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CBD and EPA cream: dynamic duo for youthful skin
Several studies have indicated the cosmetic potential of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and cannabidiol (CBD). A recent Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology study developed and examined the anti-aging potential of a new cream formulation that contains CBD and EPA. Study: In vitro, ex vivo and clinical evaluation of the antiaging gel containing EPA and CBD. Image Credit: j.chizhe/Shutterstock.com Background Skin aging is accelerated by several external factors, including pollutants, reactive oxygen species (ROS), ultraviolet (UV) radiation and poor diet. In particular, some dermo-cosmetic formulations have preventive, attenuating or even reversible effects against…
Read MoreAging and Diet: Can Eating More Protein Help Preserve Health?
Share on PinterestIt’s important to get protein from a range of sources, whether they’re plant or animal. Jordan Lye/Getty Images A new study in mice suggests that consuming a moderate amount of protein may be more conducive to metabolic health. In the study, the sweet spot for moderate protein consumption was 25% to 35% of a rat’s daily diet. Older people need more protein because the body is no longer able to process macronutrients efficiently. It only makes sense that a person’s nutritional needs change as they move through life…
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