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Study: Drinking green tea protects against disease, extends life

People who drink a lot of green tea live longer, according to a new study from Japan. Researchers found that high levels of green tea consumption significantly cuts the risk of dying from a variety of illnesses, especially cardiovascular disease. The powerful polyphenol antioxidants found in green tea may be responsible for its ability to […]

Study: Watermelon stored at room-temperature is healthier

Watermelon kept at room temperature continues to produce healthy nutrients and is actually better for you than fresh-picked or cold-stored watermelon, according to new research from the US Department of Agriculture. Researchers found that watermelon stored at 70 degrees Fahrenheit gained up to 40% more lycopene and 50% to 139% more beta-carotene over a 2-week […]

Study: Dark Soy Sauce a Powerful Antioxidant

New research shows that dark soy sauce (or “soya” sauce) has very powerful antioxidant properties and may be useful in fighting human cell damage, preventing disease, and slowing the aging process. According to researchers, compounds in soy sauce are about 10 times more powerful than red wine antioxidants and 150 times more powerful than vitamin […]