Health Tips and News

Green tea kills oral cancer cells

Green tea kills oral cancer cells

Green tea kills oral cancer cells A green tea ingredient may start a process that kills oral cancer cells, while leaving normal oral cells alone, according to research from Penn State. Earlier studies have shown that ECGC, an ingredient in green tea kills oral cancer cells, but scientists didn’t know […]

by October 6, 2017
Credit: © Javier Somoza / Fotolia

Zinc can stop the growth of cancer cells, new study says

Zinc can stop the growth of cancer cells, according the latest research conducted by the University of Texas at Arlington. A little bit of zinc goes a long way. Zinc deficiency has been shown to cause a diverse range of conditions such as fatigue, poor sexual health, premature aging, low […]

by September 29, 2017
Credit: © BillionPhotos.com / Fotolia

Three cups of coffee a day lowers death risk in HIV patients

Three cups of coffee a day lowers death risk in HIV patients and in HCV patients, according to brand new research conducted in Paris. Coffee has shown much health benefits lately and is a huge part of the American lifestyle. According to Harvard research, 54 percent of Americans over the age […]

by September 27, 2017
Credit: © Norbert / Fotolia

Purple potatoes may be a potent colon cancer fighter

Purple potatoes may be a potent colon cancer fighter, according to the latest research from Penn State University. Purple potatoes are a type of potato popular in South America, which originate from Peru and Bolivia. These potatoes have a bright, vibrant color that adds a beautiful touch to dishes. Because […]

by September 25, 2017
Fish oil helps burn fat

Fish oil helps burn fat

Fish are an important part of a healthy diet because of their high levels of healthy fats like omega-3 fatty acids, which have antioxidant and heart health benefits. New research from Kyoto University shows that fish oil helps burn fat by converting fat-storage cells to fat-burning cells. The research team […]

by September 19, 2017
Credit: © showcake / Fotolia

3 healthier alternatives to white sugar

Because of the health dangers of sugar, we are giving you 3 healthier alternatives to white sugar that are natural and unprocessed. Excess sugar intake is linked to many health problems. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even […]

by September 18, 2017
Credit: © Ana Maria Tegzes / Fotolia

Can probiotics help prevent and treat colon cancer?

There is mounting evidence that adding probiotics to your diet will not only boost your immune system, but also fight inflammation, skin disorders,  aid with your digestion, help you reach optimum health and even lower your blood pressure. Eat more fermented foods and Kefir for a good source of probiotics. […]

by September 15, 2017
Credit: © azurita / Fotolia

Ketogenic diet may increase memory and increase lifespan

Ketogenic diet may increase memory and increase lifespan, according to the latest study from the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and UC Davis. The ketogenic diet – often called keto – soared in poularity recently. It consists of a  very low-carb and high-fat diet, similar to Atkins and other […]

by September 13, 2017