Scientists believe cutting off sugar from colon cancer cells can lead to their starvation and death, and may offer new therapeutic options in the treatment of this deadly disease. Almost half of all colon cancer patients carry KRAS mutations, which are sometimes also accompanied by BRAF mutations, and researchers from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer
Scientists are still trying to discover why those who eat a Mediterranean diet seem to be less likely to develop breast cancer, and now they have a new clue olive oil. Spanish researchers have discovered that extra-virgin olive oil contains anti-cancer ingredients known as phytochemicals. The chemicals are only present in olive oil that
Peyton Posey Nowadays, almost every prescription and over-the-counter drug on the market sports a warning label of potential side effects. Thats because pharmaceutical companies are all about raking in HUGE profits, which means whats best for your health is likely to take a backseat! Reports show five out of six Americans age 65 or older
Women know the healthy benefits of folic acid, but mendid you know it was good for you, too? Folic acid and vitamin B have long been prescribed for expectant and nursing mothers to ward off the possibility of serious birth defects, but their amazing abilities dont end there! Folic acid and vitamin Bcoupled with zinchave
Roz Roscoe If your dentist has told you that you have periodontal, or gum diseasethis could be a sign of future blood sugar problems, too. According to a study led by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, periodontal disease may be an independent predictor of Type 2 diabetes. Periodontal disease begins when
While taking vitamin supplements is an easy way for individuals to maintain adequate nutrient levels, researchers are saying that it may also be a simple way to improve long-term outcomes among adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder (COPD). A team of Belgian scientists announced this phenomenon at the American Thoracic Society’s 2011 International Conference in
Researchers from the University of Central Florida have discovered previously unknown findings that may be useful in developing a cure for Alzheimers disease. Alzheimers disease is one of the leading ailments in the elderly that scientists are trying to develop a cure for. Nutritional supplements such as vitamins B6 and B12 may help lower the
New research suggests that although genes play a role in predisposition to mood disorders, they may not be the determining factor. A study published in a new issue of Biological Psychiatry found that animals raised in small social groups were more likely to be aggressive and anxious, particularly those with a low activity MAOA genotype.
Patients who have developed diabetes or insulin resistance disorders may have an increased risk of blocked arteries, according to a study published in Cell Metabolism. While previous studies have shown that insulin resistance can affect the liver, muscles and fat, a team of researchers used mice to see how the disorder affects the arteries. Using
Drinking whole milk may entail a number of health benefits, according to studies collected by the Washington Post. The newspaper has joined the lively debate over whether full-fat dairy products may improve health or prevent chronic diseases. It mentioned a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition that found that drinking whole milk