Bad Cholesterol Reduced by Sterols, Nuts, Soy and Fiber
Plant sterols, nuts, soy and fiber have been proven to reduce bad cholesterol, LDL-c.
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Papaya Leaf Blocks Cancer Growth
Researchers have found that extracts from papaya leaf inhibit cancer cells and the growth of cancer.
Too Much Iron Can Lead to Artery Disease
Iron is a necessary nutrient but there is a downside to overloading with iron in supplements. Turns out iron contributes to artery disease and LDL-cholesterol oxidation.
Mediterranean Diet Prevents Metabolic Syndrome
Research continues to find benefits for the Mediterranean diet. This includes a reduction in metabolic syndrome.
Red Meat Increases Type 2 Diabetes
Research from Harvard proves that red meat consumption is linked to a greater risk of diabetes.
Low Carb Diets Boost Breast Cancer Risk
Research shows that low carbohydrate diets increase the risk of breast cancer.
Grapes Protect Against Skin Cancer
Research finds that grapes provide important phytochemicals that help protect the skin against the damaging effects of the sun, and skin cancer.
Orange Peels reduce LDL Cholesterol
Orange peels contain compounds that help reduce cholesterol. Learn about the evidence for eating the peel.
Colon Hydrotherapy Treats Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Colon hydrotherapy has been bashed by conventional medicine. Why? We put the critics to the test with scientific evidence.
High-Fructose Corn Syrup Raises Triglycerides
High-fructose corn syrup harms our health in many ways, including raising our triglycerides, according to multiple studies.
Mediterranean Diet Reduces Cancer Risk
If you wanted the most effective way to reduce your cancer risk, you might consider the Mediterranean Diet. The proof comes from multiple large studies.
Turmeric Inhibits Cancer in Hundreds of Studies
Turmeric helps prevent cancer, and blocks the growth of cancers that are developing. This is the conclusion of hundreds of studies.
Phthalate and BPA Plasticizers Disrupt Human Hormones
Research finds that plasticizers in plastics such as phthalates and bisphenol A disrupt (interfere with) the body’s hormone production.
HIV Worsened by Selenium Deficiency
Research is indicating that selenium deficiency makes matters worse for an HIV patient. Supplementing selenium is not difficult, and not expensive.
