The significance? I'm not a philosopher. The effects? A spike in insulin, a possible feeling of fatigue, a consumption of rapidly absorbed calories that could lead to weight gain, the displacement of said calories that could have been fruits, vegetables or whole grains. Consumption has been linked to type II diabetes.
Salt, saturated fats, trans fats...
Moderate consumption of alcohol has surprisingly been linked to strong hearts and sharper brains.
The most popular foods that have been known to lower cholesterol are the foods which are high in whole grains. Cheerios is a great source of whole grains, and one bowl every day for 3 months has been proven to lower cholesterol.
Vetch has been used by farmers for over 9,000 years. It used to be used by humans but since it is bitter, other grains have been used for human consumption.
People have been eating boiled whole grains since prehistoric times, so we'll never know who the first one was.
In research studies it has been shown that whole grains can help reduce the risk of strokes, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. It has also shown to help with weight management, as the grains keep you fuller longer.
Cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and recreational drug use (for example, use of cocaine ) have been linked with an increased risk.
Stroke has not been distinctly linked to diets that are rich in red meat, although some studies suggest a potential association. Other diseases commonly associated with red meat consumption include heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancer.
carotenoid's has not been linked to cancer from the studies that have been done...
Nuts, whole grains, apples, celery, alfalfa , and beans have all been recommended as useful dietary adjuncts.
no. But it has been linked to getting u high. :D