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Pigment in Brown Seaweed Promotes Weight Loss

Chemists in Japan discovered that the pigment in brown seaweed promotes weight loss. Brown seaweed is used in Asian soups and salads. The pigment, fucoxanthin, gives the seaweed its color and conducts photosynthesis. The study was conducted by researchers at Hokkaido University in Hokkaido, Japan. The seaweed they used was wakame. Obese rodents where consuming the pigment as a dried powder which was extracted from the seaweed and added to their food. The rodents experienced a 5% to 10% weight loss. Fucoxanthin targeted belly fat and promoted production of DHA in the liver when it was mixed with soybean oil. … Continue reading →

Let’s Talk About Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy

There are two types of herbs when it comes to pregnancy: Those you can use, and those you can’t. Within the can-use category, herbs can be broken down by trimester. Some herbs are very safe for your entire pregnancy, and others shouldn’t be used until the third trimester. For a full comprehensive list you can visit your library or do an internet search, but I will touch on some of the more popular herbs here. Let’s start with the herbs you should AVOID, especially in early pregnancy. Many herbs should never be used during pregnancy. Those containing high quantities of … Continue reading →