Wondering about the health benefits of turmeric?
When a food or herb has been used for its healthful properties for centuries in both the ancient cultures of China and India, then it must surely be something quite special. The following article discusses some of the amazing health benefits of turmeric. (more…)
Every day, as we go about our daily lives, there are probably hundreds of studies taking place on the subject of cancer and diet alone. What foods have anti-cancer effects? What foods protect against the disease? And what foods cause cancer? (more…)
Is soy a healthy food?
Yes, according to many. In fact, soy and soy products form significant portions of the diets of many vegetarians, vegans and health-conscious people. There are tofu burgers, soy milk, and what not. (more…)
Although some experts may disagree, there is a fair bit of evidence available on the health benefits of vegetarian or vegan diets. In any case, it is impossible to disagree with the body of proof which indicates the positive effects of whole fruits and vegetables on health.
One big problem in modern day diets is too much meat and animal food products. Another is the lack of fresh whole fruits and vegetables. Addressing this imbalance will go a long way not just in preventing diabetes, but also in promoting overall good health and vitality. (more…)
Intuitively speaking, it is hard to imagine fruits and vegetables having a role to play in bone and joint health. Yet, they do. Nutrition, after all, has a critical role to play in every aspect of human health, even emotional and mental ones.
The following article gives us some interesting insights into the health benefits of fruits and vegetables, specifically on how their influence on the acid-alkaline balance in the body contributes to bone health. (more…)
Osteoporosis, thanks to degenerate dietary and lifestyle habits, is a growing problem in developed nations. It also follows that fractures arising from osteoporosis are on the rise.
But did you know that fractures due to osteoporosis actually kills a significant number of people? I certainly didn’t. The following article gives us some suggestions on a few possible protective measures. (more…)
A pre-clinical study conducted by researchers from the Colorado State University has suggested that eating potatoes and beans regularly could help lower the risk of getting breast cancer.
The study will later move on into a clinical trial involving breast cancer survivors. (more…)
Intuitively as well as scientifically, we have a feel of how stress and diet both play large roles in cancer development. A study published in August 2008 in the International Journal of Oncology has given us some clues of how these two factors may interact to affect cancer risk.
In gist – stress induces certain hormones which promote growth, and this in turn seems to promote the growth of cancer cells. The good news is that we can inhibit this process by eating cruciferous vegetables. (more…)
Cruciferous vegetables are well-lauded for their antioxidant properties and anti-cancer effects. And recent research carried out at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute has further affirmed the latter.
Two separate studies were recently reported, one of which was conducted on rats, which have shown the ability of these vegetables to fight bladder cancer. (more…)
Many of us struggle to get our daily recommended servings of vegetables. Apparently, as many as 7 out of 10 American adults fail to meet the intake recommended by the US Dietary Guidelines (5 servings, or about 2.5 cups).
Now, interesting research at the University of California-Davis has suggested that drinking vegetable juice is an effective way of helping people to raise their consumption of vegetables. (more…)