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05/30/2018
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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 […]
04/26/2018
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By Vicki Batts
Reduce weight and inflammation by combining curcumin and piperine with calorie restriction diet
Turmeric has been making the news lately — and for good reason. The golden-hued spice has been highly regarded for its health benefits for centuries, and the science to support its beneficial qualities is finally catching up. Now, new research has shown that turmeric could be part of a weight-loss supporting, inflammation-reducing cocktail. Past research […]
12/11/2017
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By Russel Davis
New study finds older adults should pump more iron: Weight training has better results than cardio for weight loss in the over 60 crowd
Adults ages 60 years and older might want to try weight training in order to lose weight and preserve muscle mass in the process, researchers at the Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina suggest. The research team enrolled 249 overweight or obese adults in their 60s as part of the 18-month study. The participants were […]
12/04/2017
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By Isabelle Z.
Food quality found to impact risk of cancer regardless of weight: Choosing natural foods over processed foods keeps the nutrients-to-calories ratio properly balanced
If you know someone who eats whatever they want and never seems to gain any weight, it’s normal to feel a little envious. However, they could be doing their body just as much harm as they would by gaining weight. This is according to a new study that reveals the quality of your food counts […]
11/22/2017
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By Russel Davis
Cancer deaths are making a comeback thanks to obesity epidemic, according to new report by the CDC
A report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that U.S. cancer rates have, once again, shown a significant increase in recent years after a steady decline since the 1990s. The report notes that the worsening obesity epidemic in the U.S. has greatly contributed to the steady increase in cancer cases across the country over the last few years. The […]
11/14/2017
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By Rita Winters
Can your snack do that? Oranges detox, energize, provide vitamin C and antioxidants — in a biodegradable wrapper
A study from the Singapore Bioimaging Consortium shows that oranges have an overabundance of health benefits. Sandhya Sriram, the program management manager, is convinced that food rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant, can help prevent and relieve the symptoms of certain diseases. Vitamin C can be found abundantly in citrus fruits. These fruits include oranges, […]
11/14/2017
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By Michelle Simmons
Cancer is a lifestyle disease: Researchers make the connection between food, obesity and the big “C”
How you live your life affects your health, either positively or negatively. Having a healthy lifestyle is a must if you want to be free from diseases. Studies reveal that food, obesity and cancer are related to each other. Obesity is caused by the kind of food you eat. Mounting evidence has shown that diet […]
11/01/2017
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By Michelle Simmons
A high-fat diet encourages the growth of fungi in the gut, which makes for an unhealthy microbiota and contributes to obesity, study finds
A study finds that eating a diet high in fat not only gives you extra calories, but also changes the growth of fungi in the gut, which makes for an unhealthy microbiota and contributes to weight gain or obesity, as reported by the Science Daily. Researchers from the University of Minnesota conducted the study by […]
10/06/2017
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By Rhonda Johansson
New research confirms that omega-3s improve gut health, helping prevent obesity, inflammation, and autoimmune disorders
In the largest cohort study to date, a team of British nutrition experts confirmed just how powerful omega-3 fatty acids are for optimum health. Their research, published in Scientific Reports, observed more than 800 middle-aged to older women to see how a balanced diet consisting of foods rich in omega-3, probiotics, and fibrous items affected […]
09/17/2017
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By Michelle Simmons
Women who carry excess abdominal fat have a 50% chance of developing lung and bowel cancer
A new study found that women who carry excess abdominal fat have more chances of having lung and bowel cancer, according to the Daily Mail report. Experts said that excess tummy fat triggers an increase in insulin which is known to disrupt hormone production, and excess body fat increases chronic inflammation. Both are linked to […]
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