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Green tea found to lower risk of breast cancer
In a meta-analysis by Sun et al, published in the journal Carcinogenesis, the researchers found evidence of a lower risk for breast cancer with green tea consumption.
EGCG, found in green tea, inhibits tumor formation and blood supply
In this study by Jung and Ellis, published in the International Journal of Experimental Pathology, EGCG, a polyphenol found in green tea, inhibited tumor formation and angiogenesis (ability to form a …
Anticancer properties of turmeric
Many studies have confirmed turmeric’s anticancer, anti-tumor, and anti-inflammatory properties. Herbs and spices generally have many potent health benefits.
Cloves have anti-tumor activity
In a study by Liu et al, published in the journal Oncology Research, researchers found that extract of cloves displayed anti-tumor activity both in vitro (in a test tube) and in vivo (in mice).
Ginger induces natural cell death in ovarian cancer cells
In a study by Rhode et al, published in the Proceedings of the American Association of Cancer Research, ginger was found to induce apoptosis, or natural cell death, in ovarian cancer cells.
Anti-tumor benefits of cinnamon
In a study by Kwon et al, published in the journal BMC Cancer, cinnamon extract was found to induce tumor cell death.
Health benefits of allspice
This article provides a good overview of the many health benefits of allspice. Herbs and spices have many anti-inflammatory and anticancer benefits.
Herbs in general, and oregano in particular, have high antioxidant activity
USDA scientists, whose findings appeared in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, report that herbs have higher antioxidant activity than fruits, vegetables and some spices, including garlic…
Sanjay gupta interview with Dr. Robert Lustig about the dangers of added sugar
See here for a Sanjay Gupta video interview with Dr. Robert Lustig on the danger of added sugar.
Artificial sweeteners can cause weight gain, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders
Many studies have found that artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, can cause weight gain and other metabolic syndromes. In this article, published in Harvard Health, Dr.
Butter increased “bad” cholesterol compared with coconut and olive oils
A study by Khaw et al, published in the British Medical Journal, found that concentrations of LDL cholesterol (the “bad” kind) were significantly increased on butter compared with coconut …
Low-fat diet reduces risk of dying from breast cancer
An analysis by Chlebowski and Blackburn of the data from the Women’s Intervention Nutrition Study (WINS) confirmed that a low-fat diet can reduce the risk of dying for a women with estrogen rece…
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