NUTRITION

Research shows that asparagus, broccoli, carrots and a few other types of vegetables offer essential nutrients crucial for overall health and have potential cancer-fighting properties. In this article, we explore these vegetables in more detail and also look into differences between organic and non-organic cultivation of vegetables.

The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a metabolic state known as ketosis, where the body's primary source of energy shifts from carbohydrates to fats. Its first application was helping with epilepsy and reducing seizures. If a ketogenic diet is able to help with such a serious condition, we should wonder about the positive effects it might have on those who are already healthy.

Sodium is one of key electrolytes, most commonly found in salt (sodium chloride). Until the era of processed foods, sodium levels in our diet were steady, however, today it seems that we’re having 15-20 times more sodium than our body needs. These amounts, over long periods, lead to several health issues.

Amino acids are an important part of a balanced diet. However, can eating too much of a good thing be bad? In this article we look at the health risks and side-effects of consuming more than the recommended amount of amino acids.

Several areas in Sardinia have a higher population of centenarians when compared to the rest of mainland Italy. Also, in Sardinia men seem to have the same life expectancy as women. This is in sharp contrast to other regions, which makes us question – what longevity mysteries does this mountainous island hide?