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05/30/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A closer look at how obesity makes it easier for cancer cells to grow

If you want to lower your cancer risk, consider losing some weight. It’s a known fact that obesity is the second most common preventable cause of cancer and it’s also a great threat to our health. However, not much is known about how whole-body metabolism is linked to tumor formation. Experts are still trying to learn […]

05/15/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Compounds in lemon found to effectively fight cancer without harmful side effects

You can never really go wrong when it comes to lemons: It’s a delicious addition to any dish, and it smells good, too. It’s also known to have various health benefits, most notable of which is vitamin C. That said, these yellow oblong-shaped fruits aren’t just to keep the colds away for another day. According to […]

05/14/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Eating a cup of blueberries a day protects you against heart disease and cancer, scientists discover

Did you know that blueberries can help prevent cancer and heart disease? According to a study by researchers from Florida State University, eating blueberries daily could lower the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. For the study, researchers conducted a double-blind and placebo-controlled clinical trial. The researchers observed 48 post-menopausal women diagnosed with pre-hypertension (stage one hypertension). During […]

05/10/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eat more broccoli and Brussels sprouts for a healthier heart

Eating more cruciferous vegetables, especially broccoli and Brussels sprouts, makes the heart healthier, according to a study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The study likewise found that the consumption of these vegetables lessened carotid artery wall thickness among the elderly women who ate them. In conducting the study, researchers from the […]

04/29/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

A third of cancer cases are related to obesity and dietary choices

For many, cancer is a scary word associated with complex causes like genetics, exposure to radiation and harmful chemicals, among others. But food and nutrition practitioners, along with other health professionals say that a third of cancer cases are linked to obesity and dietary choices. In a report published in the Journal of the Academy […]

04/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating nuts and seeds found to cut your risk of premature death by HALF

If you want to live longer, eat more nuts and seeds. According to a study, eating these foods rich in omega-6 fatty acids, cuts the risk of premature death by nearly half. The study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that levels of the fatty acid omega-6, which can be found in […]

04/18/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Cancer is a lifestyle disease: 4 in 10 cancers can be entirely avoided

Those who think they shouldn’t worry about cancer because they have no family history of the dreaded disease are grossly misinformed. Scientists have found time and again that genes are not the reason people get cancer. A new study shows that lifestyle is a frequent culprit. The research suggests that 2,500 cases of cancer could be […]

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