Archive for August, 2006



Study: Curry and onion extracts could help prevent colon cancer

A combination of chemicals found in turmeric (a spice used in curry) and onions pay be able to prevent colon cancer, according to a new study from Johns Hopkins University. Supplements containing the powerful natural chemicals quercetin and curcumin may soon be an effective, low-cost way to prevent a very common and deadly form of […]

Study: Vegan diet can reverse diabetes

A vegan diet may be best for people who suffer from type 2 diabetes and may actually help to reverse the symptoms of the disease, according to a new study from George Washington University. Researchers found that people on a vegan diet lowered their cholesterol levels more and had better kidney function than people who […]