Posts by: Robert Goldman MD, PhD

Broccoli Compound Selectively Targets Cancer Cells

/ Posted 01.24.2012

Sulforaphane, a primary phytochemical found in broccoli, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables, is an inhibitor of histone deacetylase enzymes. HDAC … continue reading

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Fiber Fights Fat

/ Posted 01.21.2012

Visceral fat, the fat deep in the belly surrounding vital organs, can be dangerous to overall health. Kristen Hairston, from … continue reading

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Calcium for Fat Loss

/ Posted 01.07.2012

A meta-analysis of seven clinical trials reveals that taking calcium may yield a weight loss of around 1.5 kilograms per year, … continue reading

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Tea Compound May Alleviate Anxiety

/ Posted 12.07.2011

L-theanine is an amino acid found in tea leaves. Previous studies of dietary L-theanine supplements have suggested a therapeutic benefit … continue reading

Exercise May Protect Telomeres

/ Posted 11.15.2011

Exercise may prevent stress on telomeres, the protective caps on the ends of chromosomes that are a measure of cell … continue reading

Positive Mind-set: Key Antiaging Strategy

/ Posted 10.08.2011

A review of 160 published studies confirms a compelling connection between a positive state of mind and overall health and … continue reading

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Risky Sleep Habits

/ Posted 09.06.2011

Research has historically linked prolonged sleep deprivation and disrupted sleep patterns to increased risk for developing or dying from stroke, … continue reading

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Outdoor Activities and Well-Being

/ Posted 09.03.2011

Revitalizing your mental and emotional health may be just a few footsteps away. Researchers at the Peninsula College of Medicine … continue reading

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Green Tea Compounds Counteract Aging

/ Posted 08.10.2011

The free-radical theory of aging, initially introduced by Dr. Rebecca Gerschman and subsequently developed by Dr. Denham Harman, has it … continue reading

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Creatine Helps Boost Brain Function

/ Posted 07.26.2011

Previous studies have suggested the role of creatine. a pre-protein compound found primarily in animal meats, in cognitive performance. Typically, … continue reading

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Green Tea May Make You Feel Full

/ Posted 06.22.2011

Research has suggested that drinking green tea, which is rich in antioxidant compounds called catechins, may help lower the risk … continue reading

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Getting Adequate Sleep Encourages a Lean Body

/ Posted 05.11.2011

Studies have shown that not getting enough sleep has adverse effects on energy intake and expenditure. Plamen D. Penev, M.D., … continue reading

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Supplements Can Reduce Anxiety

/ Posted 04.29.2011

Depression and anxiety are common mental-health issues, and psychological disorders are among the most frequent conditions seen in medical offices. … continue reading

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SAMe Fights Depression

/ Posted 04.06.2011

S-adenosyl methionine—a.k.a. SAMe—is a compound the body produces from methionine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, and adenosine triphosphate , a.k.a. ATP, … continue reading

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Aerobic Exercise Combats Insomnia

/ Posted 03.27.2011

Researchers at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine studied 17 sedentary adults, all of whom suffered from chronic insomnia, … continue reading

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Lighter Weights Build Muscle

/ Posted 03.16.2011

Ateam from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada, reveals a strategy for muscle building counter to the prevailing notion that you … continue reading

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Sugary Diet Linked to High Blood Pressure

/ Posted 02.22.2011

With the steadily rising increase of fructose intake in industrialized nations, health experts have noticed a concomitant rise in the … continue reading

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Apple Compound May Alleviate Food Allergies

/ Posted 02.05.2011

Food allergies are triggered by allergens and their derivatives commonly found in foods that contain gluten, fish, egg, peanut, soybean, … continue reading

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Vitamin E, Nuts and Antiaging

/ Posted 01.01.2011

Vitamin E, a natural antioxidant that helps protect against cell damage, has been found to provide therapeutic benefit in a … continue reading

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Blueberries May Counteract Exercise Damage

/ Posted 11.22.2010

Skeletal-muscle damage can be caused by unaccustomed or excessive exercise, and researchers have observed muscle dysfunction occurring due to an increase in reactive oxygen species, a.k.a. free radicals.

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Drinking Soda May Accelerate Aging

/ Posted 11.12.2010

New research suggests that drinking sodas and eating processed foods, both of which contain high levels of phosphates, may accelerate the aging process.

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Cocoa Compounds Boost Blood Flow to Muscles

/ Posted 09.28.2010

Studies support the cardiovascular benefits of taking in cocoa flavonols.

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Advanced Age and Contentment

/ Posted 09.22.2010

Several studies of aging and mental health show that happiness and emotional well-being improve over time. As adults age, they exhibit increased emotional control, enabling them to avoid stressful situations and negative experiences.

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Beer May Boost Bone Health

/ Posted 08.20.2010

The researchers had this comment: “Results provide proof of principle that complex dietary cocktails can powerfully ameliorate biomarkers of aging and modulate mechanisms considered ultimate goals for aging interventions.”

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Aging of Human Muscles

/ Posted 07.27.2010

Employing a fruit-fly model, the researchers discovered the organism’s longevity was affected by the types and amounts of amino acids taken in, with the amount of other nutrients having little effect.

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