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03/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Study finds tart cherry helps minimize joint pain and muscle soreness in women with breast cancer

Women suffering from the side effects of breast cancer therapy will soon have a new, tasty way to deal with their pains. Clinical trials conducted by researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center have demonstrated that tart cherries can help alleviate the joint pain and muscle soreness […]

02/05/2020 / By Isabelle Z.

Have you worn, eaten or injected this cancer-causing metal lately?

We’re constantly learning more about the health dangers in our environment thanks to ongoing research, and while this can be incredibly valuable information, it sometimes feels like everything around us causes cancer. That’s definitely the case when it comes to one metal you might not have given much thought to before: aluminum. In fact, many […]

02/03/2020 / By Dr. Veronique Desaulniers

How depression and breast cancer are linked

Scientists have discovered that depression and breast cancer may be intricately linked. A 2017 study published in the prestigious British Medical Journal found that those who exhibit “psychological distress” are 32 percent more likely to die from cancer in general. Antidepressants may lead to breast cancer The first connection has to do with pharmaceutical […]

12/30/2019 / By Grace Olson

Acrylamides in coffee … should you be worried?

Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, one that’s enjoyed by millions of people across different cultures. However, despite its popularity and its health benefits, roasted coffee beans have been found to contain small amounts of a compound called acrylamide. But what is it, really? Find out below: What is acrylamide? Acrylamide […]

11/07/2019 / By Isabelle Z.

Breastfeeding found to lower heart disease risk among mothers, especially later in life

The benefits of breastfeeding are already quite compelling, but now we can add yet another important advantage to that list as a new study has illustrated how breastfeeding can lower the risk of heart disease among mothers. Researchers from the University of Athens in Greece presented the exciting finding at a recent meeting of the […]

11/05/2019 / By Isabelle Z.

Scientists determine: Oral contraceptive use INCREASES breast cancer risk by 50 percent

There are lots of reasons women might not want to take birth control pills. They can cause all sorts of unpleasant side effects, especially moodiness and weight gain. However, there’s an even better reason to avoid oral contraceptives that you might not even be aware of: They raise your breast cancer risk by 50 percent. […]

10/31/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Health is wealth: Regular exercise significantly lowers your risk of lung and colorectal cancers

A landmark study by researchers from John Hopkins University suggests that regular exercise reduces both the risk of developing and dying from lung and colorectal cancers. The study involved analyzing the effects of exercise on over 49,000 people, with their ages ranging between 40 and 70. They went through physician-referred treadmill exercise stress testing from 1991 and 2009. […]

10/17/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Reduce your risk of breast cancer by 65% with fruits, vegetables… and coffee?

Many people need their morning cup of joe to get them through the day. It should be comforting to know that your coffee habit can actually be helping you live a longer life, especially if you’re susceptible to breast cancer. A recent study conducted by the University of Navarra and the University of Jaen in Spain suggests that women […]

10/03/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Safflower yellow, an herbal medicine used in TCM, found to prevent the spread of breast cancer to the lungs, according to study

Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius) is a herbaceous flowering plant that is widely used in traditional medicine. It is known to treat conditions like dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, postpartum abdominal pain and mass, trauma, and joint pains. Aside from its medicinal applications, safflower is also used in the food and textile industry, making it one of the oldest and most useful cultivated crops on […]

09/20/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Watch what you eat: Study reveals that post-menopausal women who eat a Western diet increase their risk of breast cancer

A person’s diet plays a huge role in determining their overall health. Multiple studies have shown how a diet influences many physiological functions, including immune function, which the body relies on for protection against diseases. For instance, a diet rich in fiber and plant-based foods brings longevity and keeps the body in tip-top shape. However, a diet loaded with […]

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