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06/19/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Researchers find that an egg a day can increase growth in young children

Adults aren’t the only ones who can benefit from eggs: Babies can as well. Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis found that giving a child an egg a day greatly reduces their chances of becoming stunted or underweight. Moreover, babies as young as six months can benefit greatly from consuming an egg daily. For […]

06/11/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Cannabis phytochemicals found to be effective in destroying leukemia cells

Researchers from St. George’s, University of London have confirmed that cannabinoids are effective in destroying the cells of leukemia, a cancer of blood-forming organs. When used in conjunction with chemotherapy treatments, cannabinoids, the active chemicals in cannabis, results against the blood cancer cells improved significantly. The new findings, which have been published in the International […]

05/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Breastfeeding boosts baby gut health from bacteria found on nipples

In addition to fostering the bond between mother and child, breastfeeding also promotes healthy guts in babies. The beneficial bacteria in breast milk that get transferred through feeding can lead to positive, long-lasting effects in babies, according to researchers from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). In the study, published in the May 8 […]

05/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Researchers discover that strawberries can inhibit breast cancer in mice

Not only are strawberries a delicious fruit, they could also be a cancer-fighting food in the future. Thanks to the efforts of Latin American and European researchers, the potency of strawberries against breast cancer among mice has been established. In the new study first published in the journal Scientific Reports, the team of researchers has […]

05/08/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Take Indian black salt for your health and beauty

Originating from the Himalayan mountain ranges, Kala Namak or Indian black salt is a highly-prized condiment that is actually purple or pinkish gray in color. The peculiar coloration is due to the presence of irons and other minerals; so while it may not be “black”, it is packed with high amounts of nutrients, minerals, and flavor. […]

04/23/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Better than pharma: Frog mucus found to kill influenza strains

A cure for the flu might be found in frogs, new study claims. Researchers from the United States have uncovered the bacteria-fighting peptides in the mucus secreted by the Hydrophylax bahuvisatra frog, an amphibian native to the Kerala region of southern India. Though frog mucus is known to be full of molecules that kill viruses […]

04/20/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

BIG PHARMA FAIL: Researchers are scouring Medieval books in search for cures against antibiotic-resistant superbugs

Instead of moving forward, researchers are looking to the past for solutions to the antibiotic crisis. The “Ancientbiotics” team is a group of scientists from different universities and countries unified by the belief that medieval medical history holds the key to beating drug-resistant superbugs. “To that end, we are compiling a database of medieval medical […]

04/19/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Magnesium supplements found to prevent bone fractures

New research has found that magnesium supplements could hold the key to stronger bones in middle-aged and elderly people. Published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, the study has suggested that low magnesium concentration in the body can lead to increased risk of bone fractures. Academics from the University of Bristol and the University of […]

04/17/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Decrease your risk of breast cancer by avoiding these foods

As with any disease, breast cancer is a condition full of complexities and nuances. Factors such as genetics and family history are uncontrollable factors that can make one more susceptible to developing breast cancer. Smoking habits and diet are individual decisions that can greatly affect one’s chances of acquiring the disease; and according to MedicalNewsToday.com, […]

04/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Brush it off: Make your skin glow through dry brushing

The secret to good skin may be hidden in a brush. Known as “dry brushing”, this is the practice of gently sweeping a brush over your body to exfoliate your skin. Though it may sound odd to combine your moisturizer with bristles for softer skin, Today.com reports that there are many people who swear by […]

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