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Dr. Andrew Weil wrote an article for Natural Awakenings magazine called “Nutrition & Prostate Cancer: Top 10 Risk Reducers”. He said that men can significantly reduce their risk of prostate cancer by changing what they eat and drink. Dr. Weil’s top ten prostate cancer risk reducers are listed below. Cooked tomatoes – rich in lycopene [...]
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SFN.org reports that a study published in The Journal of Neuroscience showed that the natural compound epicatechin found in blueberries, grapes, tea, and cocoa enhances memory in mice. Epicatechin is a flavonol which has been found to improve blood flow to the brain and improve cardiovascular function in people. The study’s findings show that a [...]
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BrainReady.com lists their top five brain health foods. You may begin to wonder why some of these wonderful foods get mentioned on my site over and over. The answer is simple. They are so healthy, beneficial, and healing for our bodies. Food Health Attributes Brain Health Benefits Wild Salmon essential fatty acids, animal protein, low [...]
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BBC News reports that a study in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention showed that drinking two cups of tea a day may reduce your risk of skin cancer. The antioxidants found in tea may prevent caner cells from developing. The researchers found that people who drank two or more cups of tea a day [...]
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BBC News reports that research from the University of Sheffield in England found that EGCG in green tea prevents HIV from binding to cells in your immune system. The EGCG binds to the cells making no room for the HIV to bind. Professor Mike Williamson said, “our research shows that drinking green tea could reduce [...]
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Women’s Health lists four nutrient-packed, healthy beverages you can add to your diet. Nutrition advisor Lisa Drayer, R.D. recommends the following tasty drinks: 100% cranberry-grape juice – antioxidants in grape juice slow down LDL cholesterol oxidation, and cranberry juice raises HDL or “good” cholesterol and protects against urinary tract infections, E. coli, and tooth decay [...]
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Self Magazine reports that a study from University College London shows that drinking a cup of tea can help reduce stress and keep you calm during a hectic day. Catechins, the antioxidants in black tea, reduce the level of the stress hormone cortisol. Ref: Self Magazine, March 2007, p. 140.
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