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It’s been a bad week for bacon after the World Health Organization or WHO declared all types of processed meats are carcinogenic. WHO placed processed meat in the same category of cancer risk as asbestos and cigarette smoking. The health agency also said that red meats – such as beef, veal, and pork – could also increase the risk of …

It’s certainly an exciting time in the scientific community as two new developments on prostate cancer treatments were unveiled to the public. These developments are giving hope to thousands of men who suffer from this deadly disease. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, prostate cancer is the second most common forms of cancer in men. More …

Grape seed extract is a type of oil extracted from grounded seeds of red grapes or red wine grapes. Along with the leaves and sap, grape seed extract has been used for thousands of years as a remedy for various health conditions. This extract is often used in cosmetics and supplements for its therapeutic benefits. In today’s post, we are …

Infertility is the inability to conceive a child naturally. This condition can affect men and women equally. In some cases, a woman is unable to carry a pregnancy to full-term. Many biological processes come to play that cause this condition. In today’s post, we are listing down possible causes of infertility as well as remedies to reduce the chances of …

Where the body stores fat can determine your risk for developing chronic diseases including diabetes, obesity and heart disease. And between fat around the thighs and midsection, health experts say that belly fat is more dangerous. Unlike fat around the legs and thighs, a fatty belly increases your risk of cardiac disorders. In today’s post, we reveal ways how a …

Curcumin is the active compound of turmeric. This chemical is composed of natural phenols that give turmeric its deep yellow coloring. This compound can be isolated and used as a food dye. Studies show that curcumin offers various health benefits. In a 2012 study, doctors tracked 121 patients who underwent bypass surgery during recovery. Half of the patients were given …

The very idea of eating rotten foods is enough to make most people lose their lunch. But did you know that some of the best foods you can eat are rotten foods? Fermentation does wonderful things to foods. It lengthens the shelf life of fresh fruits and vegetables. Fermented foods are also more nutritious as opposed to eating their fresh, …

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. It’s also one of the most easily preventable types of cancer known to man – all it takes is adequate sun protection. But you probably already know these skin cancer tidbits. Here are 10 skin cancer facts you probably didn’t know: 1. Skin cancer can kill you. It’s no …

Vinegar is a kitchen staple that can be used in cooking and in cleaning. It’s also prized for its beauty and health benefits too. There are two common types of vinegar: white vinegar and apple cider vinegar. White vinegar is made from distilled fermented grains and sugarcane while apple cider vinegar is made from fermented apples. Each vinegar type has …

Pawpaw is a type of tropical fruit that belongs to the Asimina genus. The pawpaw tree is native to the eastern North America. Pawpaw is often mistaken with papaya because both fruits look similar. But papaya, which is native to Spain, is from a different genus. Although it’s not as popular in the west, pawpaw is one of the most …