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09/28/2021
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By Ralph Flores
Pumpkin seed oil found to reduce hypertension risk in postmenopausal women
An international study by researchers from the U.S. and Iran has found that pumpkin seed oil can potentially reduce the risk of hypertension in women. In their study, published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, the team looked at how supplementing with pumpkin seed oil can impact vascular function in postmenopausal women. Pumpkin seed […]
04/23/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Eating probiotic foods helps improve bone health in women
In 2001, a group of international scientists working on behalf of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the World Health Organization (WHO) agreed to change the definition of probiotics. What they came up with became the most widely accepted definition of probiotics — that is, “live microorganisms which, when administered in adequate […]
03/25/2021
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Carbs significantly relieve PMS symptoms in women and an increase in serotonin production could explain why
Controlling your intake of carbohydrates is an important part of a healthy weight management plan. But for women who suffer from mild or severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS), increasing their consumption of carbohydrates may give them relief from PMS symptoms because of its effect on serotonin production. Dr. Judith Wurtman, former director of the Research Program in Women’s Health at […]
08/05/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Naturally prevent conditions like diabetes, heart disease and stroke with vitamin D and hormone support
Recent research from China has demonstrated that higher amounts of certain nutrients and hormones can slash the risk of metabolic syndrome (MetS), a cluster of conditions that heighten the risk of diabetes, heart disease and stroke. In a recent article published in the journal Menopause, Chinese scientists found that higher amounts of calcidiol (25-hydroxyvitamin D) and estrogen […]
07/28/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Understanding emotional overeating: Why you overeat and how to manage your eating habits
Eating ensures that your body gets the energy it needs to get you through the day. But if you find yourself eating when you’re sad or when you’re not really hungry, you may be experiencing emotional overeating. Figuring out the underlying reasons why you overeat is important if you want to improve your eating habits and […]
07/17/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Women’s health and nutrition: Eating less beef and more chicken helps lower breast cancer risk, claim researchers
A recent study by a team of U.S. researchers suggests that eating chicken instead of red meat can lower the risk of breast cancer, researchers claim. Published in the International Journal of Cancer, the study demonstrated that increasing chicken consumption is linked to a decreased risk of invasive breast cancer. In contrast, increasing red meat consumption corresponded to a greater risk […]
06/23/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Can this summer lawn weed help protect you from cervical cancer? Researchers say YES
Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a common garden weed that’s consumed as a vegetable because of its high nutrient content. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), purslane is used to remove toxic heat and substances from the body. It is also used to treat dysentery, eczema, hemorrhoidal bleeding and abnormal uterine bleeding. In a recent study, researchers at Heilongjiang […]
06/08/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
A look into the anti-carcinogenic effects of Portulaca oleracea polysaccharides
Researchers at Heilongjiang August First Land Reclamation University and Daqing Oilfield Hospital in China analyzed the inhibitory effects of Portulaca oleracea (common purslane) polysaccharide (POL-P3b) on intestinal dendritic cell apoptosis and the mechanisms underlying this activity. Their findings were published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. Cervical cancer is the second most prevalent cancer in the world. Studies […]
05/05/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Animal study findings suggest a diet rich in omega-3s may help delay the spread of breast cancer cells
A diet rich in fish oil can inhibit the spread of breast cancer cells in vivo, according to a recent study. The report, published in Clinical & Experimental Metastasis, established that omega-3 fatty acids, such as those found in fish oil, exhibit protective effects against aggressive breast cancer cells. The researchers also found that omega-3 fatty acids also […]
03/17/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
Sage advice: Study reveals sage extract helps with hot flashes during menopause
Salvia officinalis, also known as common sage, is a well-known culinary herb with medicinal properties. Besides its anti-microbial activities, the common sage is also known for its ability to manage menopausal symptoms, such as hot flashes and excessive sweating. However, not much is known about the mechanism behind its favorable effects. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary […]
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