Some medications that are used to lower a person’s cholesterol may not be necessary, according to a recent study conducted at Johns Hopkins University. The researchers analyzed the effects that statin-RX had on individuals with high cholesterol and calcium buildup in their arteries. This was compared to healthy participants who were taking statin as a
Looking for foods to boost your bone and joint health? Try adding more bok choy to your diet. This popular Chinese vegetable is a nutritious source of the essential mineral calcium. Another strong bone-builder is rhubarb. This root veggie has plenty of vitamin K needed to help increase your bone density.
Heart disease has held the #1 spot in the long list of fatal diseases for decades. But new research shows cancer is poised to overtake heart disease as the worlds top killer by 2010! And according to a new report issued by the World Health Organization (WHO), global cancer cases could DOUBLE by the year
While many people use the nutritional supplement vitamin C for its multiple health benefits, researchers have discovered that the nutrient can reprogram adult cells into embryonic-like stem cells. According to a new study published by Cell Press, vitamin C boosts the production of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), which offer a potential for regenerative medicine.
Broccoli sprouts may prevent stomach cancer by eliminating Helicobacter Pylori, a leading cause of stomach ulcers and other serious conditions. Based on a study of 48 Helicobacter-infected Japanese who were randomly assigned 70 grams of fresh broccoli sprouts daily for eight weeks, researchers confirmed what they long suspected, namely that the phytochemical sulforaphane found in
A new study has found that consuming just one and a half servings of tart cherries daily can enhance the antioxidant activity in the body. This conclusion was reached by scientists from the University of Michigan and reported at the 2009 Experimental Biology meeting in New Orleans. The study included twelve healthy adults, aged 18
An antioxidant found in cruciferous vegetables may at some point in the future be used in combination with selenium to help fight skin cancer, new research suggests. Isothiocyanates found in broccoli, cabbage and similar foods have already been identified as an anti-cancer compound. Last year, scientists at UC Santa Barbara discovered isothiocyanates helped
A simple change in the color of your foods and beverages could make a big impact on your health, according to dietician Julie Upton. The pigments that give plants their color also provide the antioxidants that protect against heart disease, inflammation and certain cancers. Try swapping your white grapefruit juice for pink. Or eat more
We all get the blues once in a while even more so when the weather turns gray during the winter months. Writing in Parade magazine, dietician Joy Bauer says that there are a number of nutritional supplements that can help lift peoples moods by having a positive effect on brain chemistry. Some research has
If youre a fan of sprays, mints and mouthwashes to freshen your breathyou might be surprised to know that green tea works even better! Bad breath is caused when bacteria in your mouth break down proteins to form sulfur compounds. Breath fresheners are used to either eliminate the odor of these compounds or stop them