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10/13/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Ajwa dates preserve liver function in cancer patients
Most people have recently found an increased interest in alternative medicines for cancer treatment, thanks to rising mortality rates and adverse side effects following chemotherapy and radiotherapy. An alternative believed to possess anti-cancer properties are ajwa dates (Phoenix dactylifera L.). In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, ajwa date extracts were found to […]
10/13/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
The fluted pumpkin can heal an impaired liver
Research has found that fluted pumpkin (Telfairia occidentalis), a perennial plant common in West Africa, can improve liver health. The study, which was published in the Journal of Biomedical Sciences, investigated the hepatoprotective effects of fluted pumpkin on liver damage. Researchers from Gregory University and PAMO University of Medical Sciences in Nigeria evaluated the effect of […]
10/12/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Replacing rice and potatoes with lentils can decrease your risk of cancer by up to 50%
Your health depends on the food you eat. If you eat healthy foods, you are more likely to be healthy, but if you eat unhealthy foods, you are more prone to diseases. Many studies have shown how food affects one’s health. Two separate studies have shown that eating lentils instead of starchy carbohydrates, such as […]
10/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Red wine and purple grape juice have high antioxidant activity: Study
Drinking grape juice and wine in moderation is known to be good for you because of their antioxidant properties. However, there are many types of grape juice and wine, and all these contain different levels of antioxidants. In order to determine which type of wine and grape juice are best to consume, researchers at Albany […]
10/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Want a younger brain? A polyphenol-rich extract of grape and blueberry found to reduce cognitive decline
Polyphenol extracts from grapes and blueberry help reduce cognitive decline, according to a study published in The Journals of Gerontology; Biological and Medical Sciences. In the study, French and Canadian researchers examined the effects of the consumption of polyphenol grape and blueberry extract on memory. The researchers conducted an earlier study in a mouse model […]
10/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Athletes who eat bee bread while training have higher running endurance
Studies have shown that consumption of honey improves athletic performance. However, there is no study yet on the potential benefits of bee bread on sports performance. Therefore, researchers from the University Sains Malaysia in Malaysia carried out a study on this and discovered that bee bread can improve running performance and antioxidant status of a […]
10/11/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Coconut oil is a versatile and natural antioxidant that can be used in food preservation
Another study has proven that coconut oil is indeed healthy. In a study published in the journal Food Science and Technology, coconut oil cake was found to be a versatile and natural antioxidant that can be used in preserving food. There have been no studies as of yet that looked into the utilization of coconut […]
10/10/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Set of studies reveal what happens to the cancer-fighting phenolic acids in corn when they are processed
Do you like having cornflakes for breakfast? It may not be the best breakfast option after all. Research has revealed that the cancer-fighting phenolics in corn are lost when they are processed. A team of researchers from the University of Illinois conducted a set of studies to determine what happens to cancer-fighting phenolic acids in corn when […]
10/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
An excellent spinach substitute, jute mallow supports a healthy cardiovascular system
This plant from Africa can be the new – and slimy – spinach. Jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius), a traditional plant common in some parts of Africa, is an excellent substitute for spinach as it also supports the cardiovascular system. In a study published in the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, this plant was found to have […]
10/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Researchers create a gluten-free sweet biscuit recipe
One of the challenges of developing food products using alternative ingredients is adding nutritional value without completely changing the product’s original structure. In a study published in the journal Food Science and Technology, researchers from Brazil detailed how they successfully created gluten-free sweet biscuits using soybean okara, rice bran, and broken rice. Commercial sweet biscuits […]
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