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03/06/2020 / By Franz Walker

Study finds tart cherry helps minimize joint pain and muscle soreness in women with breast cancer

Women suffering from the side effects of breast cancer therapy will soon have a new, tasty way to deal with their pains. Clinical trials conducted by researchers at the Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine and Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center have demonstrated that tart cherries can help alleviate the joint pain and muscle soreness […]

02/10/2020 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Boosting iron levels in women with endometriosis linked to positive outcomes

The development of endometriosis, particularly the possible involvement of free radical-mediated oxidative damage in the peritoneal fluid, is of great interest to researchers. However, findings regarding this subject remain inconsistent. To address this, researchers from the Medical University of Lublin in Poland decided to investigate iron metabolism markers and their influence on oxidative stress parameters in the peritoneal fluid […]

10/31/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Nuts for better brain health: Study reveals snacking on nuts during pregnancy can help improve brain development in children

Researchers from the Barcelona Institute for Global Health found that pregnant women who consume a nut-rich diet get all of its heart-healthy benefits – and then some. In their study, which was published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, the team noted that a maternal diet rich in nuts during the first trimester of pregnancy could improve […]

10/16/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Start your morning with a great workout – your brain will thank you for it

A healthy body and a healthy mind often go hand in hand. New research suggests that older adults can maintain good brain health by exercising early in the day. This study, published in the Journal of Applied Physiology, found that morning exercises mitigate the impact of prolonged sitting on brain blood flow in overweight or obese older […]

10/04/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Cranberries are a great addition to the diets of pregnant women, thanks to antibacterial properties

Expectant mothers may find cranberries a beneficial addition to their diet to help protect against health complications associated with pregnancy. In a pilot study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, researchers from the University of California investigated the tolerability and effectiveness of a supplement containing cranberry extracts in addressing asymptomatic bacteriuria or ASB. They reported that the […]

10/02/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Study reveals eating 2 handfuls of walnuts a day can help prevent breast cancer

Walnuts are known for being one of the most nutritious nuts on the planet. They also happen to be excellent sources of healthy fats and antioxidants, which help fight disease-causing inflammation. Plenty of research has been done on the health benefits of walnuts, and consumption of these tree nuts has been associated with a lower risk of […]

04/25/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Pomegranates alleviate severe menopausal symptoms

Middle-aged women start to experience menopausal symptoms, such as mood swings, depression, bone loss, and declining estrogen levels. Fortunately, there’s a natural way to reduce these symptoms: Consuming pomegranates. Pomegranates, which have been cultivated for more than 4,000 years, benefit women in many ways. These include: Reversing bone loss: A 2004 study published in the […]

02/25/2019 / By Ellaine Castillo

Maternal diet supplemented with leucine and fish oil linked to improved antioxidant responses in the liver of offspring

Researchers from the University of Campinas in Brazil found that a maternal diet supplemented with leucine and fish oil has benefits for the offspring. The study, which was published in the journal Nutrition Research, showed that these supplements boosted antioxidant responses of the liver and improved cachexia in tumor-bearing rat offspring. Cachexia is accountable for approximately 20 percent […]

01/11/2019 / By Michelle Simmons

Antioxidant-rich matcha green tea found to help beat breast cancer

Matcha green tea is rich in antioxidants and has been found to help fight breast cancer, according to a report by The Daily Mail. In desperation to find a treatment for her mother’s breast cancer, Katherine Swift, 45, traveled to Japan from the United Kingdom to harvest these tea leaves rich in antioxidants, and eventually turned […]

11/10/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Why spirulina is the best nutritional supplement for people with Parkinson’s

Superfoods, by definition, are food items that are packed with compounds (such as fiber, antioxidants, or fatty acids) that are considered beneficial to human health. A lot of foods fit the bill, of course, but none quite as perfect as spirulina (Arthrospira platensis). It’s called the “miracle of the sea,” and for good reason: It’s a rich […]

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