NEWS & TRENDS
Fat-Fighting Spice
Capsaicin,the compound that heats up a chili pepper, may also help keep off pounds, according to a study in the Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry. When researchers exposed fat cells to Capsaicin in a lab, the cells died. It's hard to say if the spice has the same effect in humans - but we can hope!
Nuts That Soothe Your Nerves
Popping pistachios may limit the toll stress takes on you. Pen State nutritionist found that having a handful (1.5 ounces) daily for 1 month helped keep study subjects' blood pressure down in a stressful situation. With 3 ounces came an extra bonus : increased artery relaxation, which may lighten your heart's workload. A 1.5 ounce serving has 240 calories and 10g of fat.
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