Archive for July, 2011

10 Health Benefits of Cinnamon

July 5th, 2011

1. Studies have shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon per day can lower LDL cholesterol.

2. Several studies suggest that cinnamon may have a regulatory effect on blood sugar, making it especially beneficial for people with Type 2 diabetes.

3. In some studies, cinnamon has shown an amazing ability to stop medication-resistant yeast infections.

4. In a study published by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Maryland, cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells.

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4 Health Benefits of Soy Nuts

July 1st, 2011

Soy nuts are made by soaking soy beans in water, draining them, and then roasting or baking them until they are crunchy. There are many flavors of soy nuts available at the grocery store, but remember that extra ingredients often adds additional calories, sugar and/or fat. The healthiest soy nuts are lightly seasoned and don’t have any added oil or sugar.
Here are four health benefits of soy nuts.

1. Protein Rich
One of the biggest health benefits of soy nuts is the fact that they are rich in protein, which makes them a great food to snack on. Instead of reaching for the bag of potato chips, grab a handful of soy nuts to get a tasty crunch and powerful nutrition at the same time.

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