Category Archives: Red Wine

Is Red Wine a Fat Burner?

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Red Wine Alternatives

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Don’t Forget to Stay Hydrated

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Five Easy Health Foods

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Robert Barrington
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Red Wine And Lipopolysaccharides

Posted on May 16, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Lipopolysaccharides (LPS) are signal molecules attached to the outer cell membrane of Gram negative bacteria. It is thought that LPS can be absorbed in humans where they act as endotoxins and cause inflammation and oxidative stress. A link between high … Continue reading →

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Polyphenols and Oxidised Fatty Acids

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Consumption of plants is associated health. The exact reason for this is not known, but one hypothesis suggests that this may result from the phytonutrient chemicals that plants contain. In particular, the polyphenol class of chemicals has been identified as … Continue reading →

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Healing Fats That Kill

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Robert Barrington

cientific evidence now supports traditional nutritional wisdom with regard the healing properties of the essential fatty acids α-linolenic acid (ALA, C18:3 (n-3)) and linoleic acid (LA, C18:2 (n-6)). The ratio of LA to ALA in the diet must be around … Continue reading →

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Does Red Wine Decrease Fat Absorption?

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Nutrient interactions in mammalian digestive systems are incredibly complex. A myriad of factors influence the digestive rates and absorption of nutrients required for health. Interest in the factors that can influence nutrient absorption has grown in recent years because evidence … Continue reading →

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Mediterranean Diet and Mortality

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Robert Barrington

ertain populations around the World are known for their longevity and lack of physical and mental illness. The common theme between these populations is the fact that they eat their traditional diets. These diets vary from place to place, but … Continue reading →

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Another Pizza the Puzzle

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Robert Barrington

any individuals consume pasta under the erroneously assumption that it is healthy food. This is based largely on the misconception surrounding the benefit of low fat foods as well as a misunderstanding regarding the traditional diet of Italy. The Mediterranean … Continue reading →

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