More of Today’s ArticlesHigh doses of vitamin C can reduce inflammation in cancer patients
Vitamin C is so much more than just a potent immune booster to help ward off wintertime colds and flus. It is also one of the best weapons we have against disease-causing inflammation. Infection, …Moringa shows powerful antiproliferative effects on cancer cells
A South African study concluded that moringa (Moringa oleifera) has antiproliferative activity against at least one type of cancer, adding yet another reason to incorporate the vegetable in your …
Research: Eating lentils twice a week can reduce your risk of breast cancer by 24 percent
Are you already doing everything you can to prevent breast cancer? Sure, you’re exercising regularly, eating a healthy regimen with plenty of organic produce, and maintaining a healthy weight, but …
Supplementing with omega-3s can reduce your risk of cardiac death by 8 percent
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns that a quarter of all deaths in the United States are directly attributable to heart disease. Over 600,000 Americans die from this …
Licorice contains powerful cancer-killing phytochemicals
When you ask people if they like licorice, you’re likely to get a spirited response. Some people can’t get enough of its unique flavor, while others can’t stand the sight of it. It turns out that …
It’s easier than you think — A basic guide to growing your own turmeric at home
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is an all-around wonder spice that can be used not justfor the flavor it adds to food but also for its many health benefits. Fresh turmeric is ideal for culinary and …
Wow: The Guardian reporters of bogus Manafort-Assange meetings accused of faking stories about WikiLeaks in the past
On Tuesday The Guardian published a story based on a “well-placed source” who claimed that onetime Trump campaign adviser Paul Manafort held “secret meetings” with WikiLeaks founder Julian …
Confirmed: High levels of vitamin D lower plasma cholesterol levels in children
In a perfect world, there would be no need to talk about little kids with high cholesterol levels. Unfortunately, the world isn’t perfect, and more and more children – at an increasingly younger …
7 of the best foods for detoxing the kidneys
Not everything that the body produces is good for your health. Different metabolic processes also have by-products, that are toxic if they stay in the body. Moreover, there …
Naturally boost your body’s immunity with quercetin
The holidays aren’t the only thing that’s around the corner. It’s also the start of the flu season in certain places, including the U.S. For most Americans, this means getting …
Researchers study senna makkai as a potential candidate for cancer treatment
There are very good reasons to be scared of cancer. It can happen to almost anyone and can affect virtually any part of the body. Current treatment methods are also extremely uncertain. A lot of …
Researchers study this unknown Chinese herb for its potential anticancer properties
For the longest time, Rhus punjabensis was already used in traditional Chinese medicine practices. However, no previous studies have been done to determine why it can be used for such purposes. A …
Three natural ways to improve your eye health
At least six out of 10 individuals in the U.S. need corrective lenses to support their vision. Others turn to eye surgery, a procedure that has some risks, to permanently fix their eyesight. Most …
A natural medicine for depression may be found in plantain
Research concurs on the clinically significant link between oxidative stress and major depression. It is theorized that this, more so than a lack of neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, …
Curcumin is a powerful polyphenol that can combat the effects of chronic stress
Turmeric has been used to add flavor and color to food for thousands of years, but over the last decade, it has gained worldwide popularitynot for its use in the kitchen but because of its many …
Another study validates the use of the Java plum for helping diabetics lower blood sugar levels
Eating sweets is a guilty pleasure for many. Unfortunately, sugar also causes diabetes, whichis one of the biggest causes of death worldwide. Synthetic drugs are available for diabetes treatment …
Scientists: Solar-powered water splitting is a promising means of generating clean energy
Water isalready a vital component of human life, but scientists have found yet another use for it — as a source of clean fuel. It comprises two oxygen atoms and a hydrogen atom — the latter, …
Certain symptoms of knee osteoarthritis can be reduced with Thai black ginger
People who regularly suffer from the effects of knee osteoporosis might want to give Thai black ginger(Kaempferia parviflora) a shot for relief. In a study published in the Journal of Natural …
Put down the salt: Systematic review proves that too much sodium can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease
Arterial stiffness, a primary risk factor of cardiovascular disease, can occur due to high consumption of salt. In a review published in the Journal of Hypertension, researchers confirmed that …
Prevent diabetes with ursolic acid
Ursolic acid is one good reason to eat apple peel. The triterpenoid, found in herbs and spices, as well as the peel of apples and other fruits, can improve the components of metabolic syndrome. … |
