Category Archives: Metabolic Syndrome

Bergamot Polyphenols for Metabolic Syndrome

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) is a plant that produces the bergamot orange. From bergamot oranges bergamot is produced from the rind of the oranges and is used in food manufacture as a spice, such as in the case of Earl Grey … Continue reading →

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Brazil Nuts and Metabolic Syndrome

Posted on January 24, 2024 by Robert Barrington

Tree nuts have been shown to have some highly beneficial and unique health effects. In some cases this relates to the minerals they contain, in other cases it relates to the fatty acids they contain. There is also a role … Continue reading →

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Polyphenols for Dylipidaemia

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Robert Barrington

Plants synthesise polyphenols, and therefore diets rich in fruits and vegetables contain high amounts of polyphenols. The health benefits of polyphenols have been investigated with respect to their ability to prevent or reverse the dysfunctional elevation of lipid levels that … Continue reading →

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Cortisol and The Metabolic Syndrome

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Robert Barrington

The metabolic syndrome is a complex disorder characterised by insulin resistance. A number of physical and mental changes are known to occur with development of the disorder including obesity, mood depression, lethargy, cardiovascular deterioration and overeating. One association that has … Continue reading →

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Metabolic Syndrome and Mood

Posted on August 30, 2021 by Robert Barrington

The metabolic syndrome is a condition characterised by insulin resistance. The insulin resistance associated with the metabolic syndrome can cause significant changes in the body because the hormone insulin can affect most cells. Evidence suggests that insulin resistance is associated … Continue reading →

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Metabolic Syndrome and Depression

Posted on August 4, 2021 by Robert Barrington

Depression in humans and animals is associated with significant metabolic changes including increased oxidative stress, inflammation and the release of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. Such metabolic changes are commonly found together in sufferers of metabolic syndrome, a … Continue reading →

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The Metabolic Syndrome and Mood

Posted on October 4, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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The Nordic Diet: Cardioprotective

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Robert Barrington

The Nordic diet is a traditional diet, consumed by individuals living in Norway. The Nordic diet is composed of whole unprocessed foods including whole grain cereals, fruits, berries, root vegetables and fish. Epidemiological studies have shown that consumption of the … Continue reading →

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The High Blood Sugar High Blood Cholesterol Link

Posted on July 25, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Many individuals with high levels of blood sugar go on to develop high levels of blood cholesterol. In particular, levels of the very low density lipoprotein (VLDL) and low density lipoprotein (LDL) becomes elevated in the blood. While LDL is … Continue reading →

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Protein Protects from Metabolic Syndrome

Posted on July 4, 2017 by Robert Barrington

High protein diets are associated with weight loss and improvements in body composition. The exact reason for this is unknown, but it is thought that protein provides a number of metabolic advantages over carbohydrate and fat in terms of its … Continue reading →

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