All Entries in the "Cancer" Category
BPA Reduces Chemotherapy’s Effectiveness
Bisphenol A (BPA), a man-made chemical found in many plastic products like drinking bottles and food can linings, has been linked to possible increased risks of heart disease, breast cancer and prostate cancer. In addition, research at the University of Cincinnati (UC) shows it may reduce the effectiveness of chemotherapy treatments.
As Fun Goes Up, Cancer Goes Down
Lab research at Ohio State shows that having more fun and a richer social life can fight cancer. When researchers induced cancer in mice but then gave them more living space, more toys and running wheels, they found that their tumors shrank a surprising 77 percent. Five percent of these animals that had cancer went into complete remission, showing no evidence of cancer after three weeks in their wonderful new surroundings.
Each Puff Of A Cigarette: 100 Trillion Free Radicals
Think you know how bad cigarette smoke is for your health? Swallow this fact: Every puff of a cigarette contains about 4,700 different chemicals and 100 trillion free radical molecules. These reactive substances damage lung tissue by chemically reacting with DNA, cell membranes and other molecules in the lung.
Multivitamin And Mineral Supplements May Lower Your Cancer Risk
Your risk of colon cancer, the third most prevalent cancer, may be reduced if you take multivitamin and mineral supplements. A study published in the January issue of the Canadian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology found that these supplements can reduce the formation of pre-cancerous lesions by 84 percent.
Meditation Fights Cancer And Promotes Longevity
Calmly meditating produces exciting, beneficial effects on your body. It can protect your DNA against cancer-promoting genetic developments and free you from everyday stresses and distractions. That’s why meditation is one of the most powerful, but often neglected, tools for maintaining optimal health.
Papaya Extract Kills Cancer Cells
Lab tests on papaya extract shows that it can kill tumor cells from cervix, breast, liver, lung and pancreatic cancer. The tests, using extracts made from dried papaya leaves showed that the anticancer effects were stronger when cells received larger doses of the tea.
Vegetarians Live Longer
I don’t stick to a strict vegan diet (I eat some meat), but I embrace the health benefits of mostly raw, fresh produce. I question whether animal meat really improves health or longevity. But minimizing animal meat, eating more nutrient-rich fresh vegetarian foods and restricting calories can provide big health and longevity dividends.
Defend Your Health In A Toxic World
Today’s modern world bristles with health-robbing toxins. These harmful substances lurk in our food, water, air, household products and the environment. Luckily, a few simple measures can save your health by helping you avoid these undesirables and boost your body’s natural detoxification defenses.
Skip Dessert To Skip Skin Cancer
Cutting calories can not only help you lose weight, but researchers have shown it may also cut your chances of skin cancer.
Is Dental Health At The Root Of Cancer?
Chances are your family doctor has never looked at your teeth. That’s an oversight. The condition of your teeth and gums reflects the health of the rest of your body and can offer insight into your vulnerability for cancer, heart disease and other devastating conditions.
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