http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/writers/antonia/ A collection of news pieces and other articles, raw food and nutritional health in nature, written by Antonia. en antoniarfhwhttp://feedburner.google.com http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/raw-food-news/fiber-against-disease/ Scientists at the Rain Forest Research Institute in India published a large-scale review that covers dietary-fiber related scientific studies conducted over the last 20 years. The science team reveals links between low fiber intake and prevailing health problems today, proposing a shift in focus from unhealthy fast foods to healthy, fiber-rich foods that can readily consumed. Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:18:00 EST http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/raw-food-news/raw-snacks-weight-loss/ New study from the Hutchinson Cancer Research Center reveals that healthy snacks can support weight loss by regulating metabolism and keeping hunger away until the next substantial meal. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 13:19:00 EST http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/raw-food-news/fruit-veg-prevent-stroke/ New scientific study coming from Sweden reveals that antioxidants found in raw fruits and vegetables can dramatically reduce the risk of developing hemorrhagic stroke. These effects are noticeable both for individuals who have a family history of cardiovascular disease, but also for people who are otherwise healthy. The Swedish science team tested 9 groups of women, totally 35715 participants from the Swedish Mammography Cohort. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:41:00 EST http://rawfoodhealthwatch.com/raw-food-news/bilberries-for-colitis/ A recent Swiss study shows potential of bilberries in fighting bowel inflammation and colitis, thanks to their impressive content of bioavailable antioxidants. Sat, 21 Jan 2012 18:57:00 EST