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08/21/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

You can easily avoid kidney stones by drinking more lemonade (the real kind)

Avoiding and treating kidney stones can be easily done by drinking more lemonade. This could be a natural alternative to taking medications or supplements for this painful ailment. Urologists increasingly prescribe lemonade as a natural remedy for kidney stones. People with kidney stones, or those who are prone to them, have often been prescribed potassium […]

08/13/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Tunisian dates keep your immune system strong… here’s how

A new study reported that the seeds of the Tunisian dates are an untapped, rich, and inexpensive source of polyphenols. These bioactive compounds have powerful antioxidant properties that can strengthen the immune system by scavenging free radicals and preventing oxidative stress that damages cells. Polyphenols and other natural oxidants are drawing a lot of interest […]

08/09/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Drinking yam bean root or guava juice can improve your heart health

In Thailand, there are a lot of fruits available. Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. In a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of yam bean […]

08/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Study: How heart-healthy are guava and yam bean root juices?

Yam bean (Pachyrhizus erosus, L.) and guava (Psidium guajava, L.) are two of the most commonly consumed fruits in Thailand. Researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand evaluated the heart health benefits of yam bean root juice and guava fruit juice in their study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. The researchers focused […]

07/28/2018 / By Ralph Flores

The Chinese cucumber, also known as gac, is known for its medicinal and nutritional properties, including beta-carotene, lycopene, antioxidants

Gac – the fruit with a seemingly strange-sounding name – contains potentially healthy benefits, according to research. The study, conducted by researchers from Pandu College in India, was published in the journal Agroforestry Systems. The researchers evaluated the nutritional properties, as well as the antioxidant levels, of the gac plant (M. cochinchinensis Spreng., Cucurbitaceae). The findings indicated that the fruits of […]

07/28/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The power of healthy nutrition: Just one cup of blueberries a day reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women

Postmenopausal women can reduce their risk of developing cardiovascular disease by consuming even just one cup of blueberries a day, according to a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Researchers from Florida State University looked at the effects of daily consumption of blueberries on cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as […]

07/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

More really is better: 10 portions of fruits and vegetables DRAMATICALLY lowers your risk of premature death

A diet full of fruits and vegetables is good for your overall health, but according to a study published in the International Journal of Epidemiology, consuming at least 10 servings of organic produce daily can help your body fight off diseases. The study, spearheaded by researchers from the Imperial College in London, suggested that eating at least […]

07/22/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

The fruit of myrobalan improves overall joint function in overweight people

A randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial has concluded that extracts from the myrobalan fruit support joint mobility and functional capacity in healthy overweight patients. The results of this study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, add to the growing amount of literature that recognizes the tropical fruit’s use for different health ailments. One-hundred five overweight but […]

07/08/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Comprehensive study confirms the cardioprotective effects of blueberries and strawberries

If you’re concerned about a heart attack, there are lots of steps you might take to reduce your risk. Perhaps you’re already exercising and eating a healthy diet, but you’d like to give your efforts that extra edge. Before your doctor convinces you to start taking a long-term regimen of risky medications that may or […]

04/11/2018 / By Jessica Dolores

Why avocados are so good for you: boosts heart health, prevents cancer and more

Our ancestors knew about the benefits of avocado, one of the oldest food plants in Mexico. The natives of Mexico treated avocado as both a food and medicine. The Aztecs used avocado leaves, seed, seed oil, and fruit pulp treat various diseases. They made tea out of the leaves and took them as medicine for […]

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