Preston, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/07/2013 -- Coffee is recognised as being thermogenic as it helps to enhance fat digestion in addition to providing energy for the body through caffeine. Renowned as being the perfect 'pick-me-up', it is stipulated that the general population are drinking 1.5 billion cups of it every day making it one of the most popular drinks in the world. Green coffee refers to the unroasted beans, and in its raw form is thought to promote even greater weight loss. This has been attributed to the high presence of the antioxidant chlorogenic acid which is purported to inhibit glucose absorption from the small intestine in addition to decreasing glucose release from the liver, thus reducing the levels of glucose remaining in the bloodstream is reduced, stimulating an increment of fat oxidation as a way of producing energy. In addition to this, green coffee has been reported to increase the metabolism as well as reducing the amount of fat that can be stored in the future.

Once the coffee beans have been roasted, they lose some of the chlorogenic acid compounds as they are broken down during the process. Sadly, however, the roasting process also removes some of the bitterness, making the finished product more palatable. Nevertheless, green coffee be used in the extracted form of a supplement, giving you all the benefits of green coffee but minus the bad taste. A study published in the Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome and Obesity Journal purported that sixteen adults who took the supplement for a period of twelve weeks lost on average twelve pounds. This equated to about 10% of their baseline body weight, even though they abstained from exercise and consumed around 2400 calories per day. Although further research is required to back this up, the preliminary findings show of promising things to come. Green coffee has also been given the seal of approval by Dr Oz. The celebrity doctor maintained that during his study, the participants lost an average of two pounds per week (please see http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/green-coffee-bean-project for more information).

It is also proposed that green coffee may offer other health benefits such as reducing hypertension. A study published in Hypertension Research showed significant decreases in blood pressure in both humans and rats when supplemented with green coffee. Additionally, this effect was found to be correlational between the two variables in that higher doses led to a greater effect on blood pressure. Furthermore, research has elucidated that green coffee may also be good for diabetes as it was found to decrease blood glucose and insulin levels in diabetic rats. Although this research is still in the preliminary margins of discovery, the idea that the chlorogenic acid can effect blood glucose levels could have massive repercussions for the diabetes industry.

Further to this, as the supplement is simply just an extract of coffee it is completely natural. The results of studies so far have yet to uncover any nasty side effects, even mild headaches and irritability. As the green coffee extract supplies only about 20mg of caffeine per serving, it also comes without the negative associations of a raised heart rates and jitteriness. Due to the high levels of antioxidants, green coffee has been found to remove dangerous free radicals at about twice the rate of green tea and grape seed, thus helping to protect the body against oxidative stress which could accelerate the aging process and lead to degenerative diseases.

In order to acquire the full benefits of this product, it is recommended to be used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise. Studies suggest that it works at its best when taken with a glass of water after half an hour before meal times. Green Coffee Extract is best in its purest form which can help reduce the chances of contracting side effects from other substances.

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The Other Side of the Story

Preston, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/16/2013 -- A recent paper published by the Journal of the National Cancer Institute has advocated that men with high blood concentrations of long-chain ?-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids could predispose men to an increase risk of develop prostate cancer. It was proposed that fatty acids are involved with prostate tumorigenesis, this literally refers to the creation of cancer and is the mechanism by which normal cells are transformed into cancer cells which take place at a hormonal, genetic and epigenetic level.

However, before people throw out their Omega-3 capsules at a result, it is important to take a step back and look at what the study has actually reported and the methods used. It has already developed wide-spread criticism for the way it was conducted and its radical conclusion that nutritional supplements have been proven as being harmful. For the above reason, no causal link can be substantiated for it was purely of observational nature. The study used a group of men who had already developed prostate cancer, no direction was given as to whether these men had preliminary high levels of fatty acids in their blood stream prior to the cancer development. Therefore, there is no way of saying that this is a cause and effect relationship, but merely an association between the two as stipulated by Dr Michele Sadler who is the scientific advisor to the Health Food Manufacturers Association.

Thus, if the research were actually true we would see large levels of prostate cancer developing in countries with high seafood consumption such as in Japan and Scandinavia, whilst a low consumption would act as a protective mechanism. However, this is not the case as all and these diets have been found to be highly beneficial amongst its population. In fact, previous research has shown either a 61% decrease or no link at all to prostate cancer with a high fish diet.

The study itself was very quick to blame the health supplement industry, and after scrutinising the paper, I could find no evidence that the cancer sufferers actually took fish oil dietary supplements. In addition to this, when looking at the results achieved, there are other parts of the study which begin to stand out. Other independent variables such as smoking and drinking intake does not quite seem to add up. For example, it dictates that smokers developed a less aggressive form of cancer than non-smokers, and individuals who drank one or less alcoholic beverages on regular occasion were put at a higher risk of developing prostate cancer. However, I can see no evidence anywhere which stipulates that we would be smoking and drinking in order to avoid developing cancer. Thus suggesting that the associations uncovered regarding some variables relation to cancer development should not be taken as concrete evidence.

The margins for this effect also appear rather small as the blood concentrations of phospholipids were stated as being 4.66% in the cancer group and 4.48% in the control group. Therefore, the basis for developing an aggressive form of prostate cancer is resting on a 0.2% difference in phospholipids levels. This is of particular interest, especially as both of these levels fall within the normal levels of fatty acid concentrations making the basis of a 71% increase in aggressive prostate cancer appear rather unsubstantiated.

Several big names in the area have stood up against this publication, questioning how it was even allowed to go to print. This article is not here to say whether taking Omega-3 supplements will lead to the development of prostate cancer or not. It is simply here to provide you with the other side of the story. A lot of research is published by scientists and then reported to the public as being concrete. However, just because it published in an academic journal does not mean it needs to be taken at face-value. Just as things are construed in media in order to create a moral panic, so too are scientists guilty of exaggerating the significance of their results. If you decide to continue taking supplements, then you can find high quality Omega-3 Fish Oil capsules available on our website. Alternatively, we have a Flaxseed Oil capsule substitute which has high quantities of omega-3 but without the fish oil.

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What you need to know.

Preston, Lancashire -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/07/2013 -- Coconut oil is seemingly making a strong comeback. Although an age-old remedy, it took a backburner due to bad press suggesting that it would block arteries and promote heart disease. However, pure coconut oil is back in the limelight, with thanks largely, to a large group of celebrity supporters. This loyal band of followers include supermodel Miranda Kerr who adds advocates that coconut oil is her beauty secret and consumes up to four tablespoons per day; Hollywood actress and director Angelina Jolie has been known to begin each morning with a spoonful of coconut oil; health conscience Gwyneth Paltrow applies the oil onto her skin as a brilliant moisturiser; another supermodel Gisele Bundchen, who attributes her glowing complexion to the organic benefits of coconut oil as a skincare product; and movie star Jennifer Anniston, a devoted fan due to its weight loss and metabolism boosting properties.

Its revival appears to stem from the research of Dr. Weston Price who observed that South Sea Islander's consumed large amounts of coconut oil in the diet, and incidentally suffered the lowest amount of heart disease. In addition to this, Dr Price also noted that the Islander's exhibited a strong resilience to disease due to a heightened immune system; displayed strong, beautiful teeth; were highly fertile; remained vitality right into old age; and women had strikingly luminous skin and youthful appearances.

More recently, unrefined virgin coconut oil has been credited for its possible uses in treating Alzheimer's disease. The causes of this neurodegenerative disease leading to memory losses, mood alterations and an inability to carry out everyday tasks are thought to be multi-factorial and no one single cause has been identified. However, new treatments are thought to ease the symptoms of the disease, making it easier for the sufferers and their families/carers. In line with this, coconut oil's high polyphenol content has been found to have antioxidant properties. This entails that coconut oil could reduce free-radical production which is thought to cause extensive damage in Alzheimer's and other tissue degenerative diseases.

Additionally, coconut oil produces particularly large quantities of ketone bodies when the fats in the oil are digested. These ketone bodies can serve to provide nourishment and energy in the brain when other resources are low. This occurs during low glucose levels and energy is needed for nerve cell survival and synaptic activity underlying learning and memory. In order to do this, the brain breaks down fats to produce ketone bodies, such as the fat found in coconut oil.

Adding to this, coconut oil has been found to be far lower than the vast majority of other types of oil in omega-6 linoleic acid, a polyunsaturated fat which has been linked to causes of mortality such as cardiovascular disease. Thus, instead of promoting cardiovascular disease, the saturated fats in coconut oil could potentially lower the risk of developing various heart problems. Supplementing the diet with small levels of coconut oil has also been found to improve mitochondrial function and lower insulin resistance, a result which could exponentially help with the prevention and treatment of diabetes type II and potentially type III also.

The science behind coconut oil is becoming more prominent, and not only are case studies beginning to show improvements in the cognitive abilities of Alzheimer's after supplementing with coconut oil, but these improvements are also transcending into the patient's quality of life such as a lessening of depression or becoming more increasingly aware of surrounding than before. These can have massive repercussions for anybody in a similar situation, or for those who want help trying to avoid it. Order your coconut oil today from Health Rack.

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Preston, UK -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/04/2013 -- Following its overwhelming popularity over in America, Raspberry Ketones have found their way across the Atlantic Ocean and are experiencing the same high demand over here. Their fame amongst celebrities and the general public alike comes in part to their feature on Dr. Oz's award winning television show, where they were showcased for their potential to help individuals lose weight fast.

Dubbed as "world's number one miracle in a bottle" by the trusted medical doctor, he explains how the compounds in this wonder pill are 100% naturally sourced from red raspberries, making them a tough supplement to contend with. The results from Raspberry Ketones when combined with a healthy diet and exercise have been seen to begin to work in as little as one to two weeks as the amount of calories you burn each day increases. Working right down at a molecular level, they increase adiponectin levels in the body, a hormone produced by the fat cells known to augment the processing of fatty acids in the blood stream. An increase in plasma adiponectin harnesses the ability to increase the breakdown of fat. Thus these little capsules have been found to aid weight loss through the stimulation of the metabolic system, accelerating fat burning whilst simultaneously increasing natural energy levels, enabling you to get more from your workouts.

Adiponectin also has been found to stimulate the levels of insulin in the body, cutting down on blood sugar and maintaining a high metabolic rate. As added bonuses, Raspberry Ketones are thought to be beneficial for the immune system; help to cleanse the body of toxins and free radicals; as well as improving general circulation, promoting augmented sleeping patterns and alertness during the day.

Whilst Raspberry Ketones are sourced from the fruit, it would be deleterious to consume the 180 raspberries needed to obtain the same 200 mg serving found in our product. Since their arrival in the UK, health stores are now struggling keep up with the ceaseless requirement for supply placed upon them. However, at Health Rack, you will find the highest quality ketone packed into each capsule, uniquely formulated to help you to lose weight and keep it off.

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