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Population studies, conducted over long periods of time, have shown that a vegetarian diet can reduce the risk of some cancers.
A commonly researched group, the Seventh Day Adventists, most of whom follow a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet for religious reasons, have as low as half the cancer rate of an equivalent
population. One of two health studies conducted among Seventh Day Adventists at Loma Linda University in California, this one following 34,000 Adventists between 1976 and 1982, found significantly lower risk of developing cancers at most of the major cancer sites (stomach, lung, pancreas, rectum, bladder, and large intestine) in Adventists following a vegetarian diet.
A larger health study among 125,000 Seventh Day Adventists is now enrolling study participants across the US and Canada. This 10-year study is expected to further determine the effects of a vegetarian diet on cancer incidence (see adventisthealthstudy.org).
Researchers will need to take into account that most vegetarians generally do not smoke and only occasionally drink alcohol.
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Cancer
Cancer develops when cells in the body function abnormally and multiply uncontrollably--a process which eventually leads to tumor growth. A healthy body routinely detects and eliminates abnormal cells.
Cancer develops when cells in the body function abnormally and multiply uncontrollably--a process which eventually leads to tumor growth. A healthy body routinely detects and eliminates abnormal cells.
Whole Foods and Your Metabolic Needs
Roman healer and philosopher Lucretius observed 2,000 years ago that "One man's food is another man's poison." Like other great medical thinkers, he recognized the importance of physiological individuality..
Roman healer and philosopher Lucretius observed 2,000 years ago that "One man's food is another man's poison." Like other great medical thinkers, he recognized the importance of physiological individuality..
A New Way to Look at Cancer
The cause of cancer is still not known. That's because conventional theory fails to explain the mechanism of rapid or unrestrained growth of cancer cells.
The cause of cancer is still not known. That's because conventional theory fails to explain the mechanism of rapid or unrestrained growth of cancer cells.
Food and Cancer Connection
When I was a child one in eight people developed cancer. Today it approaches one in thre.
When I was a child one in eight people developed cancer. Today it approaches one in thre.
My Answer to Cancer-Get Lost!
I'm not the kind of person who likes to talk about himself. So, when I was asked to write an article about my experience with cancer, I felt quite uneasy, as I'm afraid that people will try to copy what I have done as though it were a magic recipe.
I'm not the kind of person who likes to talk about himself. So, when I was asked to write an article about my experience with cancer, I felt quite uneasy, as I'm afraid that people will try to copy what I have done as though it were a magic recipe.
Exercise for Speedy Recovery
If patients do not participate in some form of exercise, their ability to function suffer.
If patients do not participate in some form of exercise, their ability to function suffer.
Eliminate Root Causes of Cancer
The current assumption is that if one could surgically remove, radiate or destroy all the cancer cells in a patient with chemotherapy then the disease would no longer exis.
The current assumption is that if one could surgically remove, radiate or destroy all the cancer cells in a patient with chemotherapy then the disease would no longer exis.
Dr. Burzynski Battles the Cancer Industry
When a man stood in front of a tank in Tiananmen Square, the world gasped at his bravery. No less brave are health- care practitioners like Polish-born Dr Stanislaw R. Burzynski, who successfully stood up to a juggernaut of hostility toward his cancer therapy from both the US government and the medical establishment..
When a man stood in front of a tank in Tiananmen Square, the world gasped at his bravery. No less brave are health- care practitioners like Polish-born Dr Stanislaw R. Burzynski, who successfully stood up to a juggernaut of hostility toward his cancer therapy from both the US government and the medical establishment..
Look Good While Fighting Cancer
Cancer occurs when the immune system is down and normal protective measures are insufficient. Cells within the body are defective or damaged. Most cases of cancer are preventable.
Cancer occurs when the immune system is down and normal protective measures are insufficient. Cells within the body are defective or damaged. Most cases of cancer are preventable.
Cancer-Fighting Recipes
When I came to Canada in 1959 I was practically a greenhorn concerning vegetarianism. Then I married Siegfried! One of the wedding gifts I received from him was a vegetarian cookbook. I struggled with the concept.
When I came to Canada in 1959 I was practically a greenhorn concerning vegetarianism. Then I married Siegfried! One of the wedding gifts I received from him was a vegetarian cookbook. I struggled with the concept.
Childhood Cancer Epidemic
Cancer is the first epidemic in history in which medical authorities don't know the cause and therefore can do nothing to stop it. Our children are not being spared by this worldwide epidemic. Indeed, in some rural areas, cancer rates for children appear to be increasing faster than those of adults.
Cancer is the first epidemic in history in which medical authorities don't know the cause and therefore can do nothing to stop it. Our children are not being spared by this worldwide epidemic. Indeed, in some rural areas, cancer rates for children appear to be increasing faster than those of adults.
More Nutrition for Less Money
A nutrient-rich diet is important at any age, but even more so for seniors. Bone loss and physical degeneration means that seniors need to maintain their nutritional balance in order to lead a healthy, active life. One major stumbling block is that seniors generally live on a fixed income.
A nutrient-rich diet is important at any age, but even more so for seniors. Bone loss and physical degeneration means that seniors need to maintain their nutritional balance in order to lead a healthy, active life. One major stumbling block is that seniors generally live on a fixed income.
Cancer-Fighting Herbs and Roots
Plant roots may be out of sight, but they shouldn't be out of mind when it comes to dealing with cancer. Any physical approach to healing cancer must first concentrate on restoring both the organs of elimination and the circulation of nutrients in the body.
Plant roots may be out of sight, but they shouldn't be out of mind when it comes to dealing with cancer. Any physical approach to healing cancer must first concentrate on restoring both the organs of elimination and the circulation of nutrients in the body.
Pesticides in Our Environment
My longtime friend Dr. Carl Clark of Regina often said, "Cancer is the worst word in the English language." A World War II air force veteran, he trained as an osteopath in Chicago in the 1930s when the notorious gangster Al Capone ran Chicago.
My longtime friend Dr. Carl Clark of Regina often said, "Cancer is the worst word in the English language." A World War II air force veteran, he trained as an osteopath in Chicago in the 1930s when the notorious gangster Al Capone ran Chicago.
Whole Food for Thought
"It has not fully dawned on the medical community that there is a directed relationship between the decline of proper nutrition and the rise of disease." The old saying "You are what you eat" is valid now perhaps more than ever.
"It has not fully dawned on the medical community that there is a directed relationship between the decline of proper nutrition and the rise of disease." The old saying "You are what you eat" is valid now perhaps more than ever.
Cancer: Proof And A Plan For Healing
The Centre for Integrated Healing in Vancouver is changing the paradigm of cancer care. This reality is life saving in many cases, and life changing in mos.
The Centre for Integrated Healing in Vancouver is changing the paradigm of cancer care. This reality is life saving in many cases, and life changing in mos.
New Therapy Shows Results Against Cancer and Viral Infections
Many people have become disillusioned in the "war against cancer." I remain very optimistic, however, that we will triumph over this seemingly invincible kille.
Many people have become disillusioned in the "war against cancer." I remain very optimistic, however, that we will triumph over this seemingly invincible kille.
Vitamins Vindicated
"Breast cancer study hints at harmful effects of vitamins," proclaimed the headline of a recent Vancouver Sun article that some feel could be extremely misleading. The story, which appeared Dec.
"Breast cancer study hints at harmful effects of vitamins," proclaimed the headline of a recent Vancouver Sun article that some feel could be extremely misleading. The story, which appeared Dec.
The Current State Of Cancer
Cancer has been present throughout human history. Egyptian and Inca mummies show evidence of the disorder.
Cancer has been present throughout human history. Egyptian and Inca mummies show evidence of the disorder.
Practical Prevention Plan
Adding a fish oil supplement to your daily routine provides extra insurance that you are getting sufficient levels of important oils.
Adding a fish oil supplement to your daily routine provides extra insurance that you are getting sufficient levels of important oils.
The Cancer Food Connection
In the 1980s, the US Surgeon General stated 70 percent of allNorth Americans are dying from diseases directly related to their eating habit.
In the 1980s, the US Surgeon General stated 70 percent of allNorth Americans are dying from diseases directly related to their eating habit.
Mind Over Cancer
Examining the biology of beliefNot a day goes by thatthe word "cancer" doesn't scare thousands of Canadians. Like a dreaded scourge, it hovers over us, presumably just waiting to claim its next victim.
Examining the biology of beliefNot a day goes by thatthe word "cancer" doesn't scare thousands of Canadians. Like a dreaded scourge, it hovers over us, presumably just waiting to claim its next victim.
Advances in Cancer Care
Complementary cancer treatment brings new hope to patients at the Vancouverclinic of Dr. Jim Chan, who uses the best of orthodox and alternativemedicine to achieve impressive results.
Complementary cancer treatment brings new hope to patients at the Vancouverclinic of Dr. Jim Chan, who uses the best of orthodox and alternativemedicine to achieve impressive results.
Whole vs. Processed Foods
The modern food industry has changed the way we think of food.
The modern food industry has changed the way we think of food.
Complementary Cancer Care
When you combine the best of complementary and orthodox cancer care, what do you get? Treatments such as far infrared heat therapy, which uses modern technology and ancient wisdom to help the b.
When you combine the best of complementary and orthodox cancer care, what do you get? Treatments such as far infrared heat therapy, which uses modern technology and ancient wisdom to help the b.
Physician Speaks Out for Whole Foods Nutrition
Thomas Cowan, MD, keynote speaker at the "Organic Goes Mainstream 22nd Annual Organic Agriculture Conference, held Jan. 23 to 26, 2003, at Guelph (Ontario) University Centre, drew a standing ovation for his talk stressing the importance of whole foods in human nutrition. Dr.
Thomas Cowan, MD, keynote speaker at the "Organic Goes Mainstream 22nd Annual Organic Agriculture Conference, held Jan. 23 to 26, 2003, at Guelph (Ontario) University Centre, drew a standing ovation for his talk stressing the importance of whole foods in human nutrition. Dr.
The Role of Mushrooms in Cancer
Clinical studies have shown that using arabinoxylan (hydrolyzed rice bran with enzymatic extract of shiitake) in conjunction with chemotherapy may increase the effectiveness of chemo against certain cancer cells.
Clinical studies have shown that using arabinoxylan (hydrolyzed rice bran with enzymatic extract of shiitake) in conjunction with chemotherapy may increase the effectiveness of chemo against certain cancer cells.
Cancer Prevention is Possible
Current approaches to cancer have not made a significant difference in long-term cancer survival rates. But you are not powerless against this disease.If you are willing to be proactive about your health, your odds of avoiding cancer are actually very good.
Current approaches to cancer have not made a significant difference in long-term cancer survival rates. But you are not powerless against this disease.If you are willing to be proactive about your health, your odds of avoiding cancer are actually very good.
Heart Pains
Heart disease accounts for the death of more Canadians than any other disease with about 79,400 deaths annually. Yet, many Canadians do not understand, or perhaps refuse to believe, the potentially life-saving power of food.
Heart disease accounts for the death of more Canadians than any other disease with about 79,400 deaths annually. Yet, many Canadians do not understand, or perhaps refuse to believe, the potentially life-saving power of food.
Natural Cancer Care
The importance of high-quality nutrition in the battle against cancer cannot be overstate.
The importance of high-quality nutrition in the battle against cancer cannot be overstate.
The Healing Truth
As many people who live with cancer know, the discovery of the disease marks the beginning of a new chapter in life. Researchers and healers continue to discover the role attitudes and emotions play in the healing process.
As many people who live with cancer know, the discovery of the disease marks the beginning of a new chapter in life. Researchers and healers continue to discover the role attitudes and emotions play in the healing process.
Snack Attack - Guilt Free!
"I hope you don't mind, said my friend Lynn as she unwrapped a cereal bar while riding in the car with me one morning. "My breakfast. It lets me sleep in an extra 15 minutes.
"I hope you don't mind, said my friend Lynn as she unwrapped a cereal bar while riding in the car with me one morning. "My breakfast. It lets me sleep in an extra 15 minutes.
The Advantages of Whole Food Nutritional Supplements
Everyone knows whole foods are essential to a healthy diet, but can the benefits of whole foods also be found in nutritional supplements? Yes they can, if you get the right kind.
Everyone knows whole foods are essential to a healthy diet, but can the benefits of whole foods also be found in nutritional supplements? Yes they can, if you get the right kind.
Great Greens for Health, Heart, and Head
Eating an abundance of fruit and vegetables may reduce cancer incidence by up to 50 percen.
Eating an abundance of fruit and vegetables may reduce cancer incidence by up to 50 percen.
Beyond the Food Guide
For optimum nutrition it is critical that we move beyond the recommendations of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Living by choosing whole, non-processed foods from each food group every day.
For optimum nutrition it is critical that we move beyond the recommendations of Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Living by choosing whole, non-processed foods from each food group every day.
Prepare for Winter with These Veggie Dishes
When the cooler months come rolling in I like to combine the earthy elements of mushrooms and autumn vegetables with reminders of summer such as cool and crisp fruits and lettuces.
When the cooler months come rolling in I like to combine the earthy elements of mushrooms and autumn vegetables with reminders of summer such as cool and crisp fruits and lettuces.
Uterine Cancer
In 1975, an important scientific study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine pinpointed a reason for the sharp rise in uterine cancer over the previous decade.
In 1975, an important scientific study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine pinpointed a reason for the sharp rise in uterine cancer over the previous decade.
Cancer-Defective Genes or Excessive Chromosomes?
The vast majority of current research into the underlying mechanisms of cancer is directed at the search for defective genes, even though they are found in only a minority of cancers, and it is hard to explain why inherited cancer genes would not cause cancer early on in life.
The vast majority of current research into the underlying mechanisms of cancer is directed at the search for defective genes, even though they are found in only a minority of cancers, and it is hard to explain why inherited cancer genes would not cause cancer early on in life.
The Cancer Personality
Is there such a thing as a "cancer personality? A 1984 study measured the physiological responses to stressful stimuli of three groups: patients with malignant melanoma (a potentially fatal form of skin cancer), people with heart disease, and a control cohort with no medical illness.
Is there such a thing as a "cancer personality? A 1984 study measured the physiological responses to stressful stimuli of three groups: patients with malignant melanoma (a potentially fatal form of skin cancer), people with heart disease, and a control cohort with no medical illness.
Maintaining Weight Through Cancer
Excess body fat is blamed for up to 20 percent of all cancer-related deaths, but the fact remains that many people living with cancer and undergoing cancer treatments find themselves facing the opposite problem - how to gain weight, or at least prevent further weight loss.
Excess body fat is blamed for up to 20 percent of all cancer-related deaths, but the fact remains that many people living with cancer and undergoing cancer treatments find themselves facing the opposite problem - how to gain weight, or at least prevent further weight loss.
Cancer Prevention
You can make dietary and lifestyle choices which will reduce your chances of being the one out of three Canadians who will get cancer in their lifetim.
You can make dietary and lifestyle choices which will reduce your chances of being the one out of three Canadians who will get cancer in their lifetim.
Fighting Cancer
No other medical diagnosis strikes more fear in the hearts of people than cancer. Forty percent of Canadians will contract cancer; one in nine women in Canada will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Over 3 million North Americans have cancer today, and another 1.
No other medical diagnosis strikes more fear in the hearts of people than cancer. Forty percent of Canadians will contract cancer; one in nine women in Canada will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Over 3 million North Americans have cancer today, and another 1.
Cancer Comrades
Fruits and vegetables have become the darlings of the nutritional world, being deemed as the only safe carbohydrate sources to consume in the latest low-carb diet regimen.
Fruits and vegetables have become the darlings of the nutritional world, being deemed as the only safe carbohydrate sources to consume in the latest low-carb diet regimen.
Smell Comfort
Undergoing treatment for cancer can be extremely stressful, as well as taxing on the immune syste.
Undergoing treatment for cancer can be extremely stressful, as well as taxing on the immune syste.
Cancer-Free Dining
Everyone wants health and potential protection from cancer, but few of us know how to successfully implement healthful chang.
Everyone wants health and potential protection from cancer, but few of us know how to successfully implement healthful chang.
Cancer is Not Defective Genes!
According to mainstream medicine, defective genes sending the wrong signals cause production of too many growth hormone receptors in the cell walls and cause about 35 per cent of breast cancers.
According to mainstream medicine, defective genes sending the wrong signals cause production of too many growth hormone receptors in the cell walls and cause about 35 per cent of breast cancers.
Is There a Cookie in the House?
We all enjoy baked goods, especially at this time of year when curling up with a warm cuppa and cookie is an antidote to the winter doldrums. Is it possible to prepare or purchase cookies that contain no overprocessed or chemical ingredients and are also satisfying and delicious?
We all enjoy baked goods, especially at this time of year when curling up with a warm cuppa and cookie is an antidote to the winter doldrums. Is it possible to prepare or purchase cookies that contain no overprocessed or chemical ingredients and are also satisfying and delicious?
Move Over Has-Bean
Recently, while my friends and I were sharing a laugh over a cuppa java, I looked across the table at Amanda's cup and realized there was no ebony liquid in it. Instead, she was delicately sipping green tea. One of Amanda's jokes?
Recently, while my friends and I were sharing a laugh over a cuppa java, I looked across the table at Amanda's cup and realized there was no ebony liquid in it. Instead, she was delicately sipping green tea. One of Amanda's jokes?
Cancer
The Canadian Cancer Society's slogan is, "Let's make cancer history. With cancer affecting thousands-among them friends, family, and loved ones-each and every year, this slogan has become the goal for many dedicated and hardworking researchers, scientists ...
The Canadian Cancer Society's slogan is, "Let's make cancer history. With cancer affecting thousands-among them friends, family, and loved ones-each and every year, this slogan has become the goal for many dedicated and hardworking researchers, scientists ...
The Cancer Cottage Industry
When it comes to cancer, there can be such a thing as "good exploitation. Actors, musicians, and sports stars with the illness can create much-needed awareness and support.
When it comes to cancer, there can be such a thing as "good exploitation. Actors, musicians, and sports stars with the illness can create much-needed awareness and support.
Cancer-Proof Your Pancreas
A hidden health concern for some men is pancreatic cancer. Processed meats may be insidious culprits. Researchers believe that the chemical reactions in the preparation of processed meats may be the problem. A high fruit and vegetable diet dramatically reduces risk of pancreatic cancer. Those who consumed five daily portions of highly protective produce, particularly beans, carrots, citrus fruits, corn, dark leafy vegetables, garlic, onions, and sweet potatoes reduced their risk of pancreatic cancer by 50 percent.
A hidden health concern for some men is pancreatic cancer. Processed meats may be insidious culprits. Researchers believe that the chemical reactions in the preparation of processed meats may be the problem. A high fruit and vegetable diet dramatically reduces risk of pancreatic cancer. Those who consumed five daily portions of highly protective produce, particularly beans, carrots, citrus fruits, corn, dark leafy vegetables, garlic, onions, and sweet potatoes reduced their risk of pancreatic cancer by 50 percent.
Eradicate Free Radicals
Make a positive contribution to the cellular war against oxidative free radical damage and keep cancerous cells at bay by consuming a well-balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Include a comprehensive, high-quality multivitamin and multi-antioxidant dietary supplement.
Make a positive contribution to the cellular war against oxidative free radical damage and keep cancerous cells at bay by consuming a well-balanced diet rich in fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grains. Include a comprehensive, high-quality multivitamin and multi-antioxidant dietary supplement.
Whole Food Nutrition No Fad
That's the opinion of Loren Cordain, PhD, author of the new book, The Paleo Diet. Meat is a rich source of protein, Cordain says, and we need plenty of it.
That's the opinion of Loren Cordain, PhD, author of the new book, The Paleo Diet. Meat is a rich source of protein, Cordain says, and we need plenty of it.
Turn the Cancer Switch Off
Every one of us is born with a unique genetic blueprint that defines our sensitivities to certain diseases such as cancer. But the latest research indicates it's not our genes that control whether we will experience diseases like cancer; it is the actual instructions those genes receive daily.
Every one of us is born with a unique genetic blueprint that defines our sensitivities to certain diseases such as cancer. But the latest research indicates it's not our genes that control whether we will experience diseases like cancer; it is the actual instructions those genes receive daily.
A Natural Foods Revolutionary
Everything starts with a single seed. In 1971 when Alice Waters opened her restaurant, Chez Panisse, in Berkeley, California, she launched what has now become a North America-wide food revolution.
Everything starts with a single seed. In 1971 when Alice Waters opened her restaurant, Chez Panisse, in Berkeley, California, she launched what has now become a North America-wide food revolution.
Get Your 5 to 10 a Day!
Winter is here and local farmers' markets are closed. Getting your fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. Should you reach for frozen? What about juice? What is the best way to get your 5 to 10 a day when the fresh produce of summer is just a distant memory?
Winter is here and local farmers' markets are closed. Getting your fruits and vegetables can be a challenge. Should you reach for frozen? What about juice? What is the best way to get your 5 to 10 a day when the fresh produce of summer is just a distant memory?
Alternative Medicine Magazine's Definitive Guide to Cancer, 2nd Edition
Anyone facing cancer-in themselves or a loved one-would do well to take this book as a definitive ally.
Anyone facing cancer-in themselves or a loved one-would do well to take this book as a definitive ally.
Cancer Research
This is an exciting time in cancer research. From multibillion dollar medical research complexes to smaller university laboratories, cancer researchers are making extraordinary discoveries about the cellular mechanics of cancer.
This is an exciting time in cancer research. From multibillion dollar medical research complexes to smaller university laboratories, cancer researchers are making extraordinary discoveries about the cellular mechanics of cancer.
Organic Supplements
Though we know that we should get as many of our vitamins and minerals as possible from the whole foods we eat, supplementing is sometimes necessary for good health.
Though we know that we should get as many of our vitamins and minerals as possible from the whole foods we eat, supplementing is sometimes necessary for good health.
Health From the Vine
There are few fruits that can rival the flavour of a just-picked, ruby red tomato still warm from the summer sun. It turns out they're hard to beat when it comes to nutrition, too.
There are few fruits that can rival the flavour of a just-picked, ruby red tomato still warm from the summer sun. It turns out they're hard to beat when it comes to nutrition, too.
Whole Foods to Go
I was raised by devout picnickers. My mother thought nothing of packing a picnic dinner of salmon sandwiches, milk, fruit, and cookies-nothing fancy.
I was raised by devout picnickers. My mother thought nothing of packing a picnic dinner of salmon sandwiches, milk, fruit, and cookies-nothing fancy.
The Sunshine Vitamin
Vitamin D may be one of the most important nutrients for preventing a host of diseases and improving longevity. This month's Research Watch discusses the new research about this long-overlooked vitamin and how it may be critical to long-term health.
Vitamin D may be one of the most important nutrients for preventing a host of diseases and improving longevity. This month's Research Watch discusses the new research about this long-overlooked vitamin and how it may be critical to long-term health.
Lycopene & Bone Health
Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease. This metabolic bone disease occurs primarily in women over the age of 50 due to estrogen loss at menopause. It not only affects one in two women-it also affects one in four men.
Osteoporosis is known as the silent disease. This metabolic bone disease occurs primarily in women over the age of 50 due to estrogen loss at menopause. It not only affects one in two women-it also affects one in four men.
Sooke Harbour House
A pedigreed renegade with a penchant for doing the right thing, Sinclair Philip has called Vancouver Island's Sooke Harbour House home for long enough to entrench its reputation as one of the country's most eco-minded retreats.
A pedigreed renegade with a penchant for doing the right thing, Sinclair Philip has called Vancouver Island's Sooke Harbour House home for long enough to entrench its reputation as one of the country's most eco-minded retreats.
Mushroom Magic
I owe my awe of mushrooms to Hollyhock Centre on Cortes Island, BC. It was there, in a four-day workshop, co-led by mushroom aficionados Paul Stamets and Dr. Andrew Weil, where I began to awaken to the enchanted world of mycelium.
I owe my awe of mushrooms to Hollyhock Centre on Cortes Island, BC. It was there, in a four-day workshop, co-led by mushroom aficionados Paul Stamets and Dr. Andrew Weil, where I began to awaken to the enchanted world of mycelium.
Acne's Oily Secret
From sunburn to psoriasis, acne to eczema, inflammation is often the common thread in unwanted skin conditions. Now, as nutritional medicine advances, it is becoming increasingly clear that dietary choices can influence inflammation in all parts of the human body, including the skin.
From sunburn to psoriasis, acne to eczema, inflammation is often the common thread in unwanted skin conditions. Now, as nutritional medicine advances, it is becoming increasingly clear that dietary choices can influence inflammation in all parts of the human body, including the skin.
Potent Pomegranates
In ancient cultures, pomegranates were symbols of life, regeneration, health, and vitality. In Babylon and Persia, soldiers chewed pomegranate seeds before battle, believing that the exotic fruits would reward them with superior skills and invincibility. The Egyptians placed pomegranates in King Tut's tomb, to help him in his afterlife.
In ancient cultures, pomegranates were symbols of life, regeneration, health, and vitality. In Babylon and Persia, soldiers chewed pomegranate seeds before battle, believing that the exotic fruits would reward them with superior skills and invincibility. The Egyptians placed pomegranates in King Tut's tomb, to help him in his afterlife.
Spotlight on Diabetes
Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in Canada and affects approximately 5 percent of the population. According to Statistics Canada, rates are significantly higher in the eastern provinces.
Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in Canada and affects approximately 5 percent of the population. According to Statistics Canada, rates are significantly higher in the eastern provinces.
Soluble Fibre
To your body, all carbohydrates equal sugar, so you may wonder, "If food turns into sugar in our bodies anyway, why are refined sugar and white flour so bad?
To your body, all carbohydrates equal sugar, so you may wonder, "If food turns into sugar in our bodies anyway, why are refined sugar and white flour so bad?
Probiotics
There is a newfound interest in probiotics, and food companies haven't missed a beat. They have put these latest nutritional money-makers into flavoured sticks, special drinks, yogourts, cheese, and anything else you can put a bite on.
There is a newfound interest in probiotics, and food companies haven't missed a beat. They have put these latest nutritional money-makers into flavoured sticks, special drinks, yogourts, cheese, and anything else you can put a bite on.
Frozen Assets
Thankfully, good-for-you frozen dinners, pizzas, and lasagna are finding more grocery store freezer space and may even offer a nutritious option when the daily grind leaves little room for home cooking.
Thankfully, good-for-you frozen dinners, pizzas, and lasagna are finding more grocery store freezer space and may even offer a nutritious option when the daily grind leaves little room for home cooking.
Deal Out Cancer
According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 40 percent of women and nearly 45 percent of men in this country will face a personal battle with this fearful disease.
According to the Canadian Cancer Society, about 40 percent of women and nearly 45 percent of men in this country will face a personal battle with this fearful disease.
Frozen fare: To eat or not to eat?
Most of us don't have time to make dinner every night, but rest assured-popping a frozen entrée in the oven isn't as bad for you as you may think. Of course it's important to read the ingredients listed on the label.
Most of us don't have time to make dinner every night, but rest assured-popping a frozen entrée in the oven isn't as bad for you as you may think. Of course it's important to read the ingredients listed on the label.
Chocolate chocolate everywhere
Chocolate has been catapulted from a little treat you buy at the corner store to an antioxidant superstar with health claims.
Chocolate has been catapulted from a little treat you buy at the corner store to an antioxidant superstar with health claims.
Milk Thistle
Even though milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is not a new herb to the health food industry, the studies and clinical evidence of this amazing medicinal botanical continue to expand each year.
Even though milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is not a new herb to the health food industry, the studies and clinical evidence of this amazing medicinal botanical continue to expand each year.
Stress Less
Many Canadians suffer from stress. It’s the root cause of numerous health challenges we experience. Finding ways to reduce stress is essential to improve our health and our quality of life.
Many Canadians suffer from stress. It’s the root cause of numerous health challenges we experience. Finding ways to reduce stress is essential to improve our health and our quality of life.
