Not enough calcium in their diet can increase the risk in women of a hormone condition that causes bone fractures and kidney stones, according to scientists. The condition, primary hyperparathyroidism (PHPT), can affect one in 800 people during their lifetime, but it's occurrence is most common in post-menopausal women, said researchers, who wrote about their … Continue reading Calcium deficiency causes bone fractures, kidney stones
Selenium in broccoli and garlic boosts immune system, could help fight cancer
Most Natural News readers know that broccoli is a good cancer preventative. Not everyone knows that garlic is another good food to help stave off cancer cell reproduction. The compound or trace mineral selenium was isolated as the main cancer fighter, according to the latest research from the University of Copenhagen, Denmark. But how selenium fights cancer … Continue reading Selenium in broccoli and garlic boosts immune system, could help fight cancer
Research: Eggs are a great source of protein, minerals and carotenoids
The second half of the 20th century was not kind to eggs. The 1950s in particular were a time when eggs were demonized due to their high fat content, which pioneering nutritionists -- notably Ancel Keys, developer of the notorious "lipid hypothesis" -- believed would raise cholesterol and contribute toward coronary heart disease. Today, however, … Continue reading Research: Eggs are a great source of protein, minerals and carotenoids
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 