Besides supplying omega-3 fats, flax seed also contains lignans, fibers that promote healthy hormone balance and may fight colon cancer development. Given all the functions fulfilled by the various types of fiber, it’s not surprising that high fiber intake has been linked to reduced disease risk. For example, one large study found an association between...
Calcium’s effects on PMS can be partially explained by how it interacts with different hormones; this hormonal activity also accounts for the link between calcium and weight control. Research has associated calcium intake with less fat being deposited in the abdomen, the “belly fat” that harms health (Obesity 3/4/10 online). Women with higher calcium intakes...
Osteoporosis has always been a threat to women—it afflicts 8 million females in the US. But this bone-thinning disorder is rapidly becoming recognized as a serious public health issue among men as well. In fact, more than 2 million men may be at risk for osteoporosis and bone fractures, according to the National Institutes of...
