All posts tagged with antioxidants
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-(Natural News) Cancer has been on the rise in recent years, with statistics from the American Cancer Society (ACS) estimating a grand total of more than 1.7 million new cancer cases in the US. Researchers from the ACS found that at least 42 percent of these newly diagnosed cancer cases – about 740,000 – are […]
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-(Natural News) Vacha, scientifically known as Acorus calamus, is an herb widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. Also known as sweet flag or buch plant, vacha is used to treat various ailments, including epilepsy, mental illness and rheumatism. It also exhibits potent antioxidant effects, according to a study published in the journal Food Science and Human Wellness. In […]
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-(Natural News) Some studies support the idea that fasting can help certain people lose weight. Although this is still an ongoing debate, a new study in the journal Scientific Reports discovered other benefits that fasting may offer. In the study, researchers found that fasting can boost metabolism, increase antioxidants, and prolong lifespan. Researchers from the […]
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-(Natural News) Stone fruits, also known as drupes, are fruits that contain a hard pit or “stone” deep in the center of their soft and delectable outer flesh. Mouth-watering and juicy, these fruits are packed with a plethora of beneficial phytonutrients and antioxidants. They also offer a wide variety of health benefits. If you want to boost […]
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-(Natural News) Pumpkin seeds might look small, but they’re packed with nutritional benefits, such as zinc, iron and magnesium. While these seeds are readily available in stores, you can also harvest them fresh – especially after Halloween. More than its nutritional value, however, pumpkin seeds can give you the following health benefits. 1. Improved sleep Pumpkin […]
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-(Natural News) While they may look like a cross between blueberries and grapes, acai berries are technically not berries — they’re drupes. Drupes are fruits that have a central pit rather than a bunch of tiny seeds surrounded by fruit flesh. Other fruits under this classification include cherries, apricots, olives, peaches, and plums. Acai berries […]
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-(Natural News) Long-term and increased oxidative stress can cause chronic inflammation. This can lead to health problems, such as diabetes, arthritis, neurodegenerative diseases, heart disease and even cancer. You can reduce oxidative stress in your body by consuming antioxidant-rich foods. In a study published in the journal Nutrition Research, researchers suggested that fox grape (Vitis […]
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-(Natural News) Contaminants are ever present, even in seemingly clean water. Researchers suggest that antioxidants such as vitamin C and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) may help protect you from the harmful effects of hexavalent chromium, a contaminant commonly found in drinking water. Researchers from Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois looked at human cells to determine […]
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-(Natural News) Many food companies today use synthetic antioxidants to preserve food. While these can prevent or delay lipid oxidation — the leading cause of chemical degradation in foods, these can be harmful to human health. For this reason, researchers from the State University of Maringa in Brazil looked at the potential use of green tea, a […]
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-(Natural News) Antioxidants such as vitamin C are often taken to boost immunity and prevent diseases, but these substances can also be used against a water contaminant called hexavalent chromium. This chemical contaminates the water supply in about 200 million American homes. Researchers from Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais, Illinois discovered that vitamin C and other […]
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