It may be time to re-think pink ribbon cupcakes. A study published in the Jan. 1, 2016 online issue of Cancer Research, demonstrates dietary sugar’s effect on an enzymatic signaling pathway known as 12-LOX (12-lipoxygenase). Previous studies have shown that dietary sugar intake has an impact on breast cancer development, however, the direct mechanism, until now, has been […]
8 Foods that Protect Your Liver
By now, most of us know that alcohol consumption can lead to liver damage. As the liver metabolizes alcohol, cell-damaging free radicals form that, over time, impair liver function. While conservative alcohol consumption (especially of red wine due to its polyphenol content) has been shown to decrease certain cancer risks, help prevent diabetes risk, and some aspects of […]
Harmful Supplements for Prostate Health
In April of 2015, researchers in Turin Italy completed a five-year-long randomized double-blind placebo controlled study detailing the effects of a supplement containing green tea cachetins, lycopene, and selenium on prostate health. Men with precancerous prostate conditions and men with healthy prostates were given either a placebo or the supplement. The results were quite surprising, with those […]
Researchers Look to Essential Oils to Create Antibacterial Treatment
Many studies have found certain essential oils and constituents thereof to posses antibacterial properties even on strains of bacteria resistant to antibiotics. The real-life application of their use is still problematic, however, as many of the most potent essential oils will irritate skin and mucous membranes, not get to the site of infection, lack standardized […]
Health Benefits of Strawberries
The juicy, plump strawberry is always a favorite come the warm months of late spring and summer. While their sweet taste takes the cake, strawberries burst with phytochemicals and antioxidants, which produce a stellar array nutritional benefits, from anti-cancer activity to heart health. Strawberries for Antioxidants Strawberries have become known for their high content of […]