People who eat lots of garlic and onions have lower risks of developing several types of cancer, according to a recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. In an analysis of eight European studies, researchers found that older adults with the highest onion and garlic intakes had the lowest risks of many […]
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Garlic and onions may protect against many common cancers
Published January 8th, 2007 in Cancer Help, Healthy Foods and Health Studies. 0 CommentsProcyanidins may boost heart health
Published January 8th, 2007 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging, Supplements, Heart Health and Health Studies. 0 CommentsOligomeric procyanidins (AKA oligomeric proanthocyanidins… or OPCs) may be what gives red wine much of its heart-protecting power, according to a recent study from the UK. Researchers found that procyanidins in red wine suppress production of a protein that constricts blood vessels. They also found that wines from southwest France — where people have higher […]
Eating olive oil can prevent cancer, protect cells
Published December 20th, 2006 in Men's Health, Cancer Help, Healthy Foods and Health Studies. 0 CommentsUsing lots of olive oil in your diet may help to prevent cancer by preventing damage to the body’s cells, according to a new study from Europe. Researchers found that men who consumed 25 ml (about a quarter cup) of olive oil every day for 3 weeks were able to substantially reduce […]
A few drinks per day may help you live longer
Published December 16th, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Anti-Aging and Health Studies. 0 CommentsHaving a few drinks each day may lengthen your life — while drinking too much may shorten it — according to a new study from Italy. According to researchers from Catholic University of Campobasso, a moderate alcohol intake — up to 4 drinks per day for men and 2 drinks per day for women — […]
Study: Mediterranean diet better than low-fat for heart health
Published November 22nd, 2006 in Healthy Foods, Heart Health and Health Studies. 1 CommentEating a Mediterranean-style diet may protect your heart better than a low-fat diet, according to a recent study from Spain. Researchers found that a traditional Mediterranean diet — rich in healthy fats from olive oil and nuts, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables — helped older people improve their cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood […]