Are you already doing everything you can to prevent breast cancer? Sure, you’re exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet with plenty of organic produce, and maintaining a healthy weight, but just how many lentils are you eating? The answer to that last question is more important than you might think, as a recent study shows … Continue reading Research: Eating lentils twice a week can reduce your risk of breast cancer by 24%
Flaxseed is one of the world’s most important medicinal foods
Flaxseed is the latest of many superfoods that can provide a bounty of nutritional value while improving your overall health. It is an excellent source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, lignans, dietary fiber, protein, and many other beneficial nutrients, making it one of the world’s most important medicinal foods. Flaxseed, also known as linseed, is the seed … Continue reading Flaxseed is one of the world’s most important medicinal foods
The unassuming parsley has many healing properties, including the ability to fight cancer
Parsley can do so much more than just make meals look, smell, and taste nice. In an article reported that it is packed with nutrients that can prevent all kinds of disease, up to and including cancer. The herb contains numerous natural compounds that display strong antioxidant activity. Antioxidants protect the vulnerable cells that make … Continue reading The unassuming parsley has many healing properties, including the ability to fight cancer
Boswellia is a powerful anti-inflammatory herbal extract that can prevent cancer
Ginger and turmeric might get all the attention when it comes to fighting cancer naturally, but there is one often-overlooked herb that can also help address this deadly disease: boswellia. You might not have heard of boswellia, but you may know it by its other name: frankincense. It is said to be one of the … Continue reading Boswellia is a powerful anti-inflammatory herbal extract that can prevent cancer
Scientists look at anacardic acid as a potential treatment for pancreatic cancer
The fruit and seeds of the cashew tree are known to provide many beneficial nutrients and products. Kentucky-based researchers have recently found another positive property, this time related to cancer. They reported that anacardic acid from cashew nuts could help mitigate the growth and spread of pancreatic cancer. A highly aggressive form of the disease, pancreatic cancer … Continue reading Scientists look at anacardic acid as a potential treatment for pancreatic cancer
Flaxseed oil provides long-lasting pain relief in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Flaxseed is known for offering a host of nutritional benefits, and for being easily incorporated into an array of dishes. A good source of protein, fiber and fat, flax seeds are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals. These little seeds are chock full of omega-3 fatty acids, lignans, B vitamins, and more. But new research … Continue reading Flaxseed oil provides long-lasting pain relief in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Medical cannabis treats cancer and boosts the immune system, say scientists after reviewing more than 100 studies
A recently authored review of over 100 studies has shown that cannabis really is medicinal — even if the U.S federal government refuses to recognize it. Indeed, scientific analysis has shown that the cannabinoid compounds found in marijuana can stop cancer cells from dividing and spreading — and can even cut off blood supply to tumors. These … Continue reading Medical cannabis treats cancer and boosts the immune system, say scientists after reviewing more than 100 studies
Milk thistle shows promise in treating liver cancer
Milk thistle has been used in herbal medicine for centuries. Historically, the prickly, purple plant has been used to promote liver health and is highly regarded for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. New studies have shown that the protective benefits of milk thistle are far greater than conventional scientists could have ever imagined. While modern … Continue reading Milk thistle shows promise in treating liver cancer
One of the most precious spices in the world, saffron can be used as an alternative cancer treatment
A botanical review published in the Journal of Nutrition & Intermediary Metabolism has concluded that various compounds found in saffron – inarguable one of the world’s most precious spices – show remarkable anti-cancer effects. What’s more, these compounds display selective toxicity against cells; that is, they ultimately kill cancer varieties without harming normal ones. To reach this conclusion, … Continue reading One of the most precious spices in the world, saffron can be used as an alternative cancer treatment
How turmeric kills cancer and how to optimize curcumin absorption
Turmeric is a bright yellow root with a tan skin that is typically used in Middle Eastern, Northern African, and Southeast Asian cuisine. Turmeric is one of the main ingredients in curry spice blends, and it makes a great addition to soups, meats, salads, stir-frys, and more. It's a very versatile herb that enhances the … Continue reading How turmeric kills cancer and how to optimize curcumin absorption
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 