A study presented at the American Society for Microbiology conference has warned that plant foods can carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or superbugs. In particular, hard-to-wash vegetables such as lettuce may be hiding these microorganisms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 20 percent of the two million annual superbug infections are linked to agriculture. However, this estimate only accounts for … Continue reading Antibiotic-resistant bacteria may be hiding in some leafy greens, warn researchers
7 Amazing plant compounds that will improve your eyesight and prevent macular degeneration
Macular degeneration involves the loss of central vision. It happens due to damage in the macula, which is part of the retina. It is one of the leading causes of vision loss in adults 50 years and above. The condition typically comes with age, hence the name age-related macular degeneration, or AMD.There are about two million Americans aged 40 … Continue reading 7 Amazing plant compounds that will improve your eyesight and prevent macular degeneration
Study suggests managing your blood sugar levels with the keto diet brings anti-cancer benefits
The ketogenic (keto) diet might inhibit the growth of tumors in cancer patients, according to a team of American and Korean researchers. Published in the journal Cell Reports, their findings showed that the keto diet, which kept blood glucose from spiking, also kept cancer cells from using glucose as a fuel source, thus stalling tumor growth in mice with lung cancer. … Continue reading Study suggests managing your blood sugar levels with the keto diet brings anti-cancer benefits
Healing foods: Top 12 superfruits to eat during and after cancer treatment
Mainstream cancer treatments like chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation therapies can do immense and sometimes irreparable damage to cells, tissues, muscles and the like. But cancer treatments shouldn’t end there. In a recent article published online, registered dietitian Rachael Link emphasized that eating nutritious fruits during and post-treatment can help cancer patients regain their strength and rehabilitate faster in general. … Continue reading Healing foods: Top 12 superfruits to eat during and after cancer treatment
Satiate your hunger AND quench your thirst with these 5 refreshing and hydrating foods
It is important to keep yourself hydrated especially during the summer. Dehydration has terrible consequences for the body such as heatstroke and seizures. It is dangerous to younger children and older adults, although those in between the age groups should also be wary of being dehydrated. However, drinking water can be very challenging given that water in itself is … Continue reading Satiate your hunger AND quench your thirst with these 5 refreshing and hydrating foods
Doctor warns that COVID-19 vaccine could alter your DNA
The current push underway to develop a vaccine against COVID-19 in record time has many medical professionals concerned, even those who are normally in favor of vaccines. One of the big areas of worry related to the effort is DNA damage. Internal medicine specialist Dr. Carrie Madej posted a video online recently in which she … Continue reading Doctor warns that COVID-19 vaccine could alter your DNA
Uncovering the truth about pesticides in food
Every year, six billion pounds of pesticides are used around the world. The effects of all this pesticide use are felt in every aspect of our lives because these chemicals are incredibly pervasive. Even if you eat organic – and you definitely should – it is still hard to avoid pesticide exposure entirely. That’s unfortunate … Continue reading Uncovering the truth about pesticides in food
Upcoming FDA-approved covid-19 vaccine is largely ineffective, so get ready for multiple shots every year
The upcoming covid-19 vaccine will achieve FDA-approval if it proves to be at least 50 percent effective for augmenting an antibody response in serum. The duration of the antibody response is unknown, typically lasting 2 to 3 months; therefore, the long term efficacy of the vaccine is a mystery. Moreover, the vaccine will not offer T-cell … Continue reading Upcoming FDA-approved covid-19 vaccine is largely ineffective, so get ready for multiple shots every year
WHO backtracks on coronavirus vaccines, admits they won’t work
For all of the hype surrounding future vaccines for the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19), the World Health Organization’s (WHO) take on the situation is not at all promising. During his organization’s latest briefing in Geneva, WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom admitted publicly that Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines will not work, and that a “cure” may never be found because there … Continue reading WHO backtracks on coronavirus vaccines, admits they won’t work
Need more potassium? Here are 9 potassium-rich foods to add to your diet
Potassium is important for many bodily functions. The essential mineral, for instance, plays a vital role in muscle contraction. Multiple studies have also found that consuming more potassium can lower a person’s risk of stroke. But if the body has low levels of potassium, it can lead to hypokalemia, a condition marked by muscle cramps, weakness and irregular … Continue reading Need more potassium? Here are 9 potassium-rich foods to add to your diet
