Monthly Archives: November 2019

Chlorogenic Acid: Anti-Anxiety Effects

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Robert Barrington

It is known that poor blood sugar control is a cause of oxidative stress, and so the consumption of a Western diet, that have been shown to lead to insulin resistance and poor blood sugar control, may be a contributory … Continue reading →

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Polygonum multiflorum

Posted on November 10, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Red Meat, Fish or Fowl?

Posted on November 9, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Yoga To Treat Anxiety And Depression

Posted on November 8, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Stress is a significant factor in the development of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. One of the best non-nutritional strategies for treating mood disorders is a programme of relaxation, and yoga can be an excellent way to achieve … Continue reading →

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Degradation of Carotenes in Tea Leaves

Posted on November 7, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Tea leaves contains a number of phytochemicals that are degraded during the fermentation step to produce black tea. It has been suggested that these degradation products contribute significantly to the aroma and taste of black tea. A number of studies … Continue reading →

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Carotenoids in Black Tea

Posted on November 6, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Carotenoids are antioxidant pigments found in plants. Like many plants the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) is a good source of carotenoids, and there is evidence that they are bioavailable from brewed green and white tea. Once consumed, the carotenoids pass … Continue reading →

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Vegetable Juice Benefits Mood Disorders

Posted on November 5, 2019 by Robert Barrington

A number of antioxidant phytochemicals have been shown to confer beneficial effects against mood disorders. This may relate to the ability of antioxidants to limit the detrimental effects of inflammation, a major cause of anxiety and depression. Vegetables are a … Continue reading →

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Carotenoids In Tea: Beneficial Mood Effects

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Evidence suggests that tea is a healthy drink. Tea is made from the Camellia sinensis plant through decoction of the dried leaves in hot water. This process passes many of the phytochemicals from the leaves into the water, and many … Continue reading →

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Oranges (Citrus species)

Posted on November 3, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Protein, Dairy and Legumes

Posted on November 2, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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