Monthly Archives: December 2015

Humans, Fructose and Insulin Resistance

Posted on December 5, 2015 by Robert Barrington
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Are Legumes Protective Of Cardiovascular Disease?

Posted on December 4, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Leguminous plants include the beans, lentils and peas. The leguminous plants produce seeds which are called pulses. Humans eat legumes including pulses and these provide high levels of many nutrients and are excellent sources of protein, starch and phytonutrients. Evidence … Continue reading →

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Lead Absorption Is Inhibited By Food Components

Posted on December 3, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Lead is a heavy metal with deleterious effects on human physiology. In particular lead poisoning is known to cause neurological problems, and is particularly problematic in children because their nervous systems are still developing and are therefore more susceptible to … Continue reading →

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Zinc Deficiency In The Elderly

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Robert Barrington

The elderly are at particular risk of nutrient deficiencies. Part of the reason for this is because institutionalised elderly have poor diets which contain low quality foods. However, in addition, as we age the efficiency of absorption within the gastrointestinal … Continue reading →

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Zinc Deficiency in Rats

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Robert Barrington

Zinc is an essential trace mineral and intakes have generally been shown to be too low in Western populations. In particular, studies have identified chronic low zinc intakes that can be clinically defined as insufficient. Insufficiencies suggest an intake low … Continue reading →

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