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In the News: Women using talcum powder every day may increase their risk of ovarian cancer

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 02:30:52 +0000

Scientists at the University of Western Australia found that adults who took regular does of vitamin B12 supplements were less likely to suffer mental health problems in old age.

It seems that the supplements lower the amount of homocysteine in the blood, high levels of which have been linked to heart disease and mood swings and other disorders. This can be reduced fairly quickly by taking B12 supplements or by eating food rich in vitamin B12, such as oily fish, eggs, yogurt and cheese. Researchers questioned 3,752 people aged 70 and above on past and present symptoms of depression and found…

Your 40s 50s and 60s: control common problems the natural way

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 02:20:17 +0000

As we age we all become more vulnerable to certain health conditions, but there are plenty of natural ways to prevent them so you can live your life to the full. Whatever your age, the following natural well being plan will help you control some of the most common age-related problems.

Your 40s

Sleep problems

Sleeplessness is more likely to occur in your 40s when the hormonal changes of the menopause approach and this can increase your risk of stress, anxiety and fatigue. Along with a healthy diet and regular exercise studies have shown that a quality night’s sleep is essential for…

Bowel cancer: How to protect yourself

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 01:40:19 +0000

Roughly one in twenty are affected by bowel cancer and it claims the lives of 50 people in the UK each day. Symptoms include rectal bleeding, abdominal pain, anaemia and a change in bowel habits and your risk increases with age. The good news is that if caught early enough, it is fairly easy to treat and making small alterations to your diet and lifestyle can help you prevent it. Follow these natural tips to keep your colon healthy…

Ingredient Spotlight: Kale

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:10:17 +0000

Kale is a member of the brassica family of vegetables. They are not only packed with health-boosting vitamins and minerals but are full of anti-carcinogenic phytonutrients, mostly in the form of the organo-sulphur compounds that give them their slightly bitter taste.

Kale’s sulphurophane, for example, interferes directly with tumour growth, as well as stimulating the body’s own defences against disease to create an antioxidant effect that lasts long after the kale has been eaten. Recent research has found…

In the News: Eating fast increases risk of weight gain and cancer

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 03:40:35 +0000

Last month’s IN THE NEWS highlighted a study published in the British Medical Journal Online First which suggested that those who eat quickly treble their risk of being overweight. Scientists involved in the study believe that the modern manner of eating on the go – and until absolutely full – is a significant factor in the current obesity epidemic because it overrides signals in the brain which normally encourage a little more self control. Now a study of British youngsters by Cancer Research UK, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests that teaching children to savour their food will not only help them manage their weight but also help combat cancer.

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Ingredient spotlight: tomatoes

Marilyn — Sat, 01 Nov 2008 01:10:47 +0000

The humble tomato has been at the centre of a whirlwind of scientific activity for several years, mainly because of its high lycopene content. Lycopene, a carotenoid compound which is found in relatively few foods, gives tomatoes their deep red colour and is a potent antioxidant which can protect cells and DNA from free-radical damage. Significantly, cooked tomato products are even higher in lycopene than the raw fruit – 100g of canned tomato paste, for example, contains an astonishing 28,764mcg, which is more than any other food tested so far.

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Cut your cancer risk: Six easy steps

Marilyn — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 02:30:24 +0000

Study after study has shown that many forms of cancer are preventable. The choices you make today can improve your chances of living a healthy and cancer-free life in the future. The following six steps can help you prevent many forms of cancer.

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In the News: One sausage a day raises cancer risk

Marilyn — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 03:50:13 +0000

Eating 1.8 0z (50g) of processed meat a day – the equivalent of just one sausage a day or two to three slices of bacon – can significantly raise your risk of bowel cancer, according to experts from WCRF or The World Cancer Research Fund. This alarming statistic adds weight to the growing body of evidence that suggest that a diet high in meat can be deadly.

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In the News: Cancer risk continues after women stop taking HRT

Marilyn — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:10:00 +0000

If you’re trying to make up your mind about whether or not to take hormone replacement therapy (HRT) or try natural alternatives a major new study by the Women’s Health Initiative gives food for thought. The US study suggests HRT patients face a higher cancer risk long after they have stopped treatment, when compared to those who never had the treatment.

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In the News: The chips are down while onions go up!

Marilyn — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:00:00 +0000

Here’s another reason to watch your intake of chips and crisps. Eating fried food every day isn’t just bad for your waist line and your heart – it can also increase your risk of ovarian or womb cancer.

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