The immune system plays an important role in the protection of the body against disease. When functioning properly, the immune system can identify bacteria, viruses and other pathogens, and distinguish these from the body’s own cells. However, the immune system may be compromised due to poor nutrition and overall health. A weak immune system can aggravate … Continue reading Strengthen the immune system with these 12 superfoods
Wild blueberry juice provides cardioprotective effects for people at risk for type-2 diabetes
Blueberries aren’t just for sweet cheesecakes; it can also protect the heart of people who may have had too much of it. A study published in BMC Nutrition revealed that wild blueberry juice has cardioprotective effects which can improve the condition of people with type-2 diabetes. The study, led by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and researchers from the State University … Continue reading Wild blueberry juice provides cardioprotective effects for people at risk for type-2 diabetes
Curcumin, when given in combination with drugs for lung cancer, reduces drug resistance, increasing their effectiveness
Shortness of breath, a hoarse voice, and persistent cough are warning signs you shouldn’t ignore. They’re the most common signs of lung cancer, the second leading type of the disease in the U.S. Patients may acquire resistance to anti-cancer drugs after an average survival period of seven to nine months. The cancer progresses, patients suffer … Continue reading Curcumin, when given in combination with drugs for lung cancer, reduces drug resistance, increasing their effectiveness
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
Live a Healthy Life: Ten Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure
Lowering your cholesterol and avoiding high blood pressure is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Most people discover their LDL cholesterol (Low Density Lipoprotein) to HDL cholesterol (High Density Lipoprotein) ratios when applying for health insurance or medical insurance. But lowering your cholesterol with a prescription from your doctor is not always the best … Continue reading Live a Healthy Life: Ten Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure
Foraging wild edibles: Berry basics to help identify what’s safe and what isn’t
Preparing for any emergency increases your chances of survival, and knowing how to forage in the wild is one of the most useful skills to have. If you find yourself forced to survive in the woods, it is important to know which plants could be your next meal and which ones could be your last. Edible berries … Continue reading Foraging wild edibles: Berry basics to help identify what’s safe and what isn’t
Chocolate for longevity: Great grandmother, 102, attributes her long and healthy life to a daily treat of the dark stuff
If you want to reach the age of 100, eat chocolate every day. A great-great grandmother who just turned 102 years old on January 16 said that the key to her healthy long life is a daily dose of chocolate, particularly dark chocolate. Eunice Modlin from Indiana, U.S.A. shared that eating two pieces of dark chocolate each … Continue reading Chocolate for longevity: Great grandmother, 102, attributes her long and healthy life to a daily treat of the dark stuff
5 Surprising Facts About Durian
Source: 5 Surprising Facts About Durian by Dr. Edward Group With its onion-custard flavor and an odor that resembles rotten gym socks, the durian fruit is perhaps the most notorious fruit of all. While supermarkets are slowly beginning to offer more internationally popular fruits, durian has yet to reach mainstream attention. The “why” isn’t much of … Continue reading 5 Surprising Facts About Durian
Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer
Source: Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer by Dr. Edward Group A warm weather staple in the South, watermelon is synonymous with long summer days spent at the beach. Though it seems like a distinctly American food, the fruit we’re familiar has come a long way over the last 5,000 years. The precursor to … Continue reading Vegan Watermelon Salad: The Perfect Recipe for Summer
8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Source: 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil by Dr. Edward Group Olive oil has received well-deserved attention over the last 10-15 years. This is the main ingredient that plays an important role in the Mediterranean diet. For years, studies have shown people who consume this type of diet live longer and enjoy a better quality of … Continue reading 8 Amazing Benefits of Olive Oil
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 