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ONIONS are just as effective as chemotherapy at beating cancer

March 06, 2020 - goodfood, grow your medicine, natural remedies, nutrients, onions, phytonutrients, superfoods, veggie

The foods that you eat have a huge impact on your health. While some can serve as natural remedies, others can be the cause of a disease. For instance, processed foods, which are laden with added sugar, unhealthy fats and simple carbs, are linked to many chronic diseases, including colon cancer. On the other hand, superfoods like high-fiber fruits and vegetables ...

Study: Consuming more strawberries can help prevent Alzheimer’s in the elderly

January 21, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodscience, mind body science, organics, prevention, remedies, research, Strawberries, superfoods

Do you love snacking on sweet and juicy strawberries? Well, keep at it: A recent study suggests that they can lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s dementia (AD).

In a study published in Current Developments in Nutrition and funded by the California Strawberry Commission, researchers from Rush University found that elderly people who ...

Improve sleep quality and boost heart health: 7 Reasons to eat nutrient-rich cherries

January 20, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodmedicine, heart health, natural cures, natural medicine, nutrients, organics, polyphenols, prevention, sleep quality, superfood, superfruits

You know how the saying goes: Big things can come in small packages. This is especially the case for an often-overlooked superfood: cherries. Each cherry you pop into your mouth is packed with essential vitamins and nutrients that can provide a multitude of health benefits.

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Eat right and exercise: 5 Natural ways to prevent high blood pressure

January 19, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, healing, heart health, massage, Meditation, natural health, prevention, stress relief

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that around 75 million Americans, or one in three adults, have hypertension. Unfortunately, many of them don’t even know that they have the condition since it rarely produces any symptoms at its onset. In 2014, the agency reported that high blood pressure was either a primary or contributing cause ...

Scientists find that molecules in pomegranates have incredible anti-aging benefits

January 19, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, healing foods, mitochondria disruption, mitochondrial health, nutrients, pomegranate, superfood, superfoods, superfruits

The pomegranate, scientifically known as Punica granatum, is a popular deciduous shrub, thanks to its ruby-red fruit. Considered among the healthiest fruits around, the pomegranate is packed with polyphenols and antioxidants that help deal with a variety of health problems like high blood pressure and atherosclerosis....

Study: Consuming yogurt can help lower the risk of precancerous growths in men by 19 percent

January 19, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, gut health, healing foods, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, prevention, Streptococcus thermophilius, superfood, yogurt

Colorectal cancer, as the name implies, is a type of cancer that begins in the colon or the rectum. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States, with an estimated total of 148,040 cases yearly. The society also notes that ...

6 Health benefits of seaweed, an underwater superfood

January 19, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, gut health, heart disease, heart health, nutrients, plant medicine, seaweed, superfood, superfoods, thyroid health, weight loss

Seaweed, or sea vegetables, are an extremely versatile and popular superfood. They’re used to wrap sushi rolls, are used as a main ingredient in many soups and stews and are a common ingredient in many dietary supplements. Many around the world love to eat them because of their taste, their versatility and because ...

Fresh, organic food at your fingertips: 7 Tips for shopping at a farmers market

January 18, 2020 - goodfood, groceries, grocery, ingredients, local market, organics, shopping tips, vegetables, Veggies

A farmers market is a place where farmers sell their produce directly to consumers. Today, farmers markets have expanded to incorporate not only fruits and vegetables, but also a variety of other items like artisan crafts and original art. Some even have local musicians and even theater troupes – making these farmers markets into a grand event for all to enjoy....

Food storage 101: DIY pickling tips and tricks

January 16, 2020 - goodfood, homesteading, lacto-fermentation, pickling, preparedness, prepping, probiotics, starvation, survival gear, vinegar pickling

Pickling is a process that involves soaking foods like fruits and vegetables in an acid or brine, which prevents harmful bacteria from growing. Considered one of the oldest forms of food preservation, this process is a fantastic way to extend the shelf life of any fresh produce, especially if you plan on stocking up for the winter ...

Research determines that following the Mediterranean diet helps reduce liver fat and minimizes obesity risk

January 15, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, heart health, Mediterranean diet, prevention, superfoods

Those looking to lower their hepatic fat deposits may be better off trying a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet over a low-fat one, according to researchers.

In a study published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel, together with teams from the U.S. and Germany, found that the Mediterranean diet had a greater effect on ...

Study: Runners on vegan, lacto-ovo-vegetarian and omnivorous diets have similar exercise capacity

January 15, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, lifestyle, plant foods, research, slender, sports science, superfoods, vegan, vegetables, vegetarian

For athletes, training is just half the equation for winning the sport. The other half could very well be their diet, since eating the right foods can help improve their performance significantly. For the latter, going on the internet can be a minefield, with many health sites offering different (and sometimes even contradicting) thoughts ...

Sun-exposed oyster mushrooms boost TB patients’ vitamin D levels, immune response

January 13, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodscience, immune system, lung health, Mushrooms, nutrients, oyster mushrooms, plant medicine, prevention, superfoods, tuberculosis, vitamin D

Despite the advancements in medication and the increased availability of antimicrobial treatments, tuberculosis (TB) still remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases in low income countries today, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) who noted in its 2019 Global Tuberculosis Report ...

Compounds in broccoli sprouts can help fight gastritis and stomach ulcers: Study

January 13, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, grocery cures, natural cures, natural medicine, organics, prevent cancer, prevention, stomach cancer, stomach ulcer, superfoods, vegetables, veggie

Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) by itself is already chock-full of vitamins and minerals. In fact, this humble vegetable — a member of the cabbage family and a staple in many American households — is so nutrient-dense, it actually provides a little bit of almost every nutrient your body needs. ...

Nutritionally similar foods affect the gut microbiome differently: Study identifies links between certain nutrients and microbes

January 13, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodscience, gut health, gut microbiome, Microbes, nutrients, nutrition labels, research

A recent study has found that foods with similar nutritional profiles can still influence the gut microbiome in different ways. This study, which was published in the journal Cell Host & Microbe,  has found that the same exact food can have opposite effects in two different individuals and that the foods that belong to a similar family are more likely ...

Eat better, for your heart’s sake: Consuming more fruits and vegetables reduces risk of death from heart attack, stroke say researchers

January 13, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, healthy diets, heart disease, heart health, organics, prevention, stroke, superfoods, vegetables, Veggies

The American Heart Association lists heart disease as one of the leading causes of death in the US. This statistic emphasizes the need to find ways to prevent the onset of this deadly disease. Making healthy lifestyle choices, including proper dietary choices, is one of the best ways to keep your heart and overall health in tip-top ...

Pilot study reveals combined effect of nutrition, lifestyle intervention in patients with Type 2 diabetes

January 09, 2020 - goodfood, goodmedicine, goodscience, lifestyle, natural cures, natural medicine, prevention, research

Researchers from the Louis Bolk Institute in the Netherlands conducted an observational study to determine whether lifestyle interventions were effective in mitigating the global burden brought about by diabetes. They published their findings in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health.

In sum, a multicomponent approach can improve glycemic control in Type 2 diabetes ...

Black cumin seed, a traditional folk remedy, is becoming popular for its health benefits and synergistic effects

January 09, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodmedicine, heart health, hypertension, inflammation, natural medicine, obesity, superfoods

Black cumin seed is derived from the Nigella sativa plant, a small flowering shrub native to Eastern Europe, western Asia and the Middle East. While they may not look like much, these tiny black seeds have been used in medicinal remedies for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health conditions, including certain immune and inflammatory ...

Increasing vitamin C intake can reduce hip fracture risk by 44 percent: Study

January 09, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodscience, hip fracture, longevity, nutrients, oxidative stress, pain relief, prevention, research, stopsmoking, vitamin C

When it comes to healthy bones, people often look to calcium and vitamin D. However, experts suggest adding an unlikely vitamin to the mix: vitamin C. In a recent study published in Osteoporosis International, a team of researchers from Tufts University, Harvard Medical School and the Boston University School of Public ...

Curcumin: Prevent liver disease and reduce liver fat with this amazing natural plant compound

January 09, 2020 - goodfood, goodhealth, goodmedicine, herbal medicine, Herbs, liver health, natural medicine, obesity, prevention, spirces, Super foods, superfoods, supplements

Fatty liver disease, also known as hepatic steatosis, is a life-threatening condition caused by an abnormal buildup of fat in the liver. While it is usually caused by excessive alcohol drinking, this disease can also stem from non-alcoholic means. This fat buildup could lead to inflammation in the liver, ...

A “butter” alternative: Adding ghee to your diet can improve gut health

January 07, 2020 - goodfood, natural cures, natural ingredients, natural medicine, recipes, superfoods

When it comes to food products that one would normally label as “healthy,” butter isn’t the first thing that would come to mind. It is, after all, near-synonymous to excess, and has been linked to hypertension and even obesity.

That might soon change, however, as more and more studies are now espousing the health-boosting benefits of butter, or, to be more specific, ghee.

Typically ...