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07/19/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Green tea nutrients found to successfully treat scars when used in a cream

It’s time to go green — and spread all that loving goodness on your skin. A new study conducted by the University of Manchester found that cream infused with green tea extract significantly reduced the appearance and thickness of newly formed scars. The topical agent, which contained the tea compound epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), was already […]

07/19/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Another great reason to drink ORGANIC, Fair Trade coffee: It decreases your risk of heart disease

A 16-year-long multinational cohort study concluded that moderate consumption of coffee decreased the risk of developing heart disease, regardless of its preparation. Authors of the study concluded that adults who consumed three cups of freshly-brewed coffee were less likely to die of stroke or any form of liver or heart disease. Men showed an 18 […]

05/07/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Vitamin D helps friendly bacteria repopulate the gut, making it the perfect campanion to probiotic supplements

A high fat diet alone cannot trigger a metabolic syndrome, a cluster of conditions associated with an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes. Researchers of a new study published in Physiology said that vitamin D deficiency is needed for this syndrome to progress. Authors reached this conclusion after observing mice and their gut bacteria. […]

05/01/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Strawberries contain powerful anti-cancer medicines and have now been scientifically shown to prevent breast cancer

A new animal study showed that 500g of concentrated strawberry extract (equivalent to around 10 and 15 strawberries) can reduce breast cancer cell growth. Researchers noted that their findings build on existing data that prove the usefulness of strawberries in reducing blood cholesterol levels. Published in Scientific Reports, authors claimed that a diet that is […]

04/08/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Is pine tree bark the key to healthier, stronger teeth?

Good news for the 80 percent of us who have resin tooth fillings: a new extract can delay our dentist trips by years. Pine tree bark extract is shown to alter the chemical structure of our teeth, strengthening them, and allowing our fillings to bind to them better. This is achieved due to the compounds […]

04/03/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Quack science study gives subjects tiny doses of vitamin D, then proclaims “Vitamin D doesn’t prevent cancer”

A recent study by JAMA claims that vitamin D3 and calcium supplementation do not significantly lower the risk of cancer after extended use. But read the fine print carefully! The study floods you with a lot of numbers and technical mumbo-jumbo that’s little more than fake science, hoping you gloss over the parts you don’t […]

04/02/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Blueberries the new antidepressants? Plant nutrients found to protect “happy hormones” in women who recently gave birth

One in every seven women will suffer from postpartum depression. Mental health groups warn that even women who are not diagnosed with the condition may still experience minor mood swings known as the “baby blues.” Current studies point to the physiological links between hormones and the onset of certain mental disorders such as depression and […]

04/02/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Tea found to play a major role in the fight against dementia

Cut your dementia risk in half by simply drinking a cup or two of tea every day. Scientists have found that the refreshing drink is not only good for your tummy but for your brain too. These benefits can be seen regardless of the variety of tea you prefer, be it green, black, or oolong. Moreover, […]

04/02/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Is garlic the key to stopping this silent killer?

A 2016 study published in The Journal of Nutrition asserts that garlic has proven to be an effective means of treating heart disease. This kitchen staple has been shown to stop plaque from accumulating in coronary arteries, dramatically reducing the risk of a heart attack — the “silent killer.” Nutrients in the bulb work directly […]

03/30/2017 / By Rhonda Johansson

Do you have this natural painkiller growing in your back yard?

Known as the “poor man’s opium”, wild lettuce is an excellent and natural painkiller. Lactuca Virosa can be used as an alternative to traditional and often addictive prescription painkillers. The power of this vegetable – a cousin to the lettuce we buy at the grocery store – is found in the white substance produced in its leaves […]

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