Cancer Prevention

Dad, 39, started having 'migraines.' It turned out to be brain cancer

The disease can affect anyone, at any age, and comes with a grim prognosis.

Ryan Russell was a self-described “super healthy” athletic dad of three who was enjoying personal and professional success. But then the mystery headaches began.

They felt like severe migraines, he recalled. Starting in April, the pattern would be similar every time: Russell would drop his son off at school in the morning, work out and feel the pain coming on.

9 Houseplants That Remove Toxins From Your Indoor Air

These plants may also do everything from reduce dust to boost productivity.

I’ve been fascinated by houseplants and their health benefits ever since I stumbled across landmark research conducted by NASA in the 1980s. It documented the ability of particular houseplants to remove harmful substances such as formaldehyde, benzene and trichloroethylene from indoor air.

Charcuterie’s link to colon cancer confirmed by French authorities

Blow for industry as government backs WHO data and vows to cut additives in ham and cured sausages

French health authorities say they have confirmed a link between nitrates added to processed meat and colon cancer, dealing a blow to the country’s prized ham and cured sausage industry.

The national food safety body Anses said its study of data published on the subject supported similar conclusions in 2015 from the World Health Organization (WHO).

15 Hacks to Keep Your Liver Healthy

Your liver's number one job is to detox your body. Here are 15 hacks to keep it working at peak efficiency.

1. Drink Coffee

Can Trauma Really Be 'Stored' In The Body?

Scientists now have more evidence than ever before revealing the intimate, intertwined relationship between the mind and body.

What Are the Health Benefits of Watermelon?

Watermelon is a sweet and refreshing low calorie summer snack. It provides hydration and also essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Along with cantaloupe, honeydew, and cucumber, watermelons are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family.

There are five common types of watermelon: seeded, seedless, mini, yellow, and orange.

In this article, learn more about the possible health benefits and nutritional content of watermelon, some tips for serving it, and who should limit it.

2022 Clean 15 from Environmental Working Group

Environmental Working Group's Clean 15 list for 2022 is out. These are the non-organic fruits and vegetables that tested lowest in unhealthy pesticide contamination. Have this handy when making out your grocery list to keep your family healthy when buying produce. Did anything make the list that surprised you?

1. Avacados

2. Sweet Corn

3. Pineapple

4. Onions

5. Papaya

6. Sweet Peas (frozen)

7. Eggplant

8. Asparagus

9. Broccoli

10. Cabbage

11. Kiwi

2022 Dirty Dozen from EWG

Environmental Working Group has announced its Dirty Dozen list for 2022. These are the non-organic fruits and vegetables that tested highest in unhealthy pesticide residue. Use this list to protect your family from unsafe foods. Did anything make the list that surprised you?

1. Strawberries

2. Spinach

3. Kale, collard, and mustard greens

4. Nectarines

5. Apples

6. Grapes

7. Bell & hot peppers

8. Cherries

9. Peaches

10. Pears

11. Celery

How to Lower Your Pesticide Exposure ASAP

Summer is here and many of us are filling our plates with vibrant fruits and vegetables. The produce section at the grocery store is packed, produce stands are popping up everywhere, and the farmer’s market season is in full swing. To me, summer is all about eating the rainbow!

What we don’t talk about, however, is the dark side of all this fresh food consumption.

What’s that? Pesticides.

Breast cancer and plant-based diets: Unhealthy foods linked to 20% higher risk

  • Body-mass index and diet have both been linked to increased cancer risk, though the exact nature of the mechanism behind this is not well understood, and is assumed to be multifactorial.
  • New research has shown a diet rich in fruit, vegetables, whole grains, and nuts may reduce the risk of developing breast cancer in postmenopausal women.

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