Baking soda has a wide variety of uses that range from whitening teeth to cleaning dishes. A study published in The Journal of Immunology added another purpose to the already versatile compound. Researchers from Augusta University in Georgia found that baking soda may also help reduce inflammatory conditions. Why is a balanced body pH level important? The pH balance refers … Continue reading Balancing your pH levels: Can baking soda lower your risk of developing inflammatory conditions?
TCM’s Si Jun Zi found to protect against the spread of cancer cells in the liver
Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed type of cancer. Depending on its stage or the extent of its metastasis, the five-year survival rate of colorectal cancer patients is 65 percent. Luckily, researchers from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine have found a traditional Chinese medicine that can stop cancer cells from spreading. This herbal remedy is called si jun … Continue reading TCM’s Si Jun Zi found to protect against the spread of cancer cells in the liver
Applying sunscreen doesn’t fully protect you from the sun, but these 6 alternatives can provide full coverage
Products that offer protection from the sun are widely popular, thanks to their ability to keep the harmful effects of the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation at bay. But a recent study has shown that despite their best efforts, certain parts of the face remain unprotected. In a study published in the peer-reviewed open-access journal PLOS ONE, researchers from Liverpool … Continue reading Applying sunscreen doesn’t fully protect you from the sun, but these 6 alternatives can provide full coverage
Why you should drink more ginger turmeric tea: Facts, benefits
Ginger and turmeric are known as great herbal remedies on their own, but they make an even more impressive remedy when combined to make tea. Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a flowering plant that is used throughout the world as a fragrant and flavorful spice and as an herbal remedy. On the other hand, turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a leafy perennial … Continue reading Why you should drink more ginger turmeric tea: Facts, benefits
Sulforaphane, a compound in cruciferous vegetables, found to kill colon cancer cells
An increasing number of studies have recently emerged promoting the benefits of eating cruciferous vegetables. These vegetables are not only rich in dietary fiber that supports digestive health, but they are also good sources of phytonutrients that can reduce the risk of cancer. For instance, isothiocyanates, which are formed through the breakdown of glucosinolates found in … Continue reading Sulforaphane, a compound in cruciferous vegetables, found to kill colon cancer cells
Treating wounds: How to recognize and prevent wound infection
Can you recognize a wound infection — and do you know how to prevent it? These tips can help you keep a wound from getting infected. When a disease-causing microbe grows within the injured skin, it may lead to an infection. The person may notice red streaks and increased heat on the skin around the wound. The … Continue reading Treating wounds: How to recognize and prevent wound infection
A great reason to consume quercetin? It blocks the flu virus from entering cells
Winter is fast approaching, and it’s not just the cold that you have to worry about, but the flu as well. This disease, which is caused by the influenza virus, is very hard to avoid since it is easily be passed on from person to person. Health authorities encourage people to receive their annual flu vaccines to … Continue reading A great reason to consume quercetin? It blocks the flu virus from entering cells
Preventing muscle atrophy in those with diabetes: Animal study reveals tocotrienols can increase skeletal muscle weight
People with diabetes are at risk of various health complications, including muscle atrophy. A new study suggests taking tocotrienols can help increase skeletal muscle weight and prevent muscle atrophy. For this study, which was published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, researchers looked at tocotrienols (vitamin E) derived from the red-orange tropical fruit known as annatto. Researchers … Continue reading Preventing muscle atrophy in those with diabetes: Animal study reveals tocotrienols can increase skeletal muscle weight
13 Natural diuretic drinks that are great for detoxing
Excess water in the body is called water retention, which can leave you feeling puffy and cause swollen ankles, feet, legs, and hands. Water retention may occur due to serious health conditions like kidney disease and heart failure. There are also people who experience it because of hormonal changes. To ease water retention, people take diuretics. Here are 13 … Continue reading 13 Natural diuretic drinks that are great for detoxing
Pumpkin seeds found to lower blood sugar levels
The phrase “big things come in small packages” could very well be talking about pumpkin seeds. The flat, oval-shaped seeds are equal parts healthy and delicious, making them a great addition to soups, salads, and desserts. Researchers from the University of Nottingham in the U.K. revealed that these seeds can even help manage blood sugar levels in people with diabetes. The … Continue reading Pumpkin seeds found to lower blood sugar levels
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