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5 Spices That Do Amazing Things

Many people talk about including whole foods -- such as vegetables, legumes and fruits -- in one's diet, but the real secret to preventing disease and prolonging life is a diet rich in whole foods and spices.  Read more at care2.com

Omega-3 fat in fish oil could provide a cure for leukemia

Compound in fish oil appears to target leukemia stem cells and could lead to a cure for the disease.  Read more at naturalnews.com


New Cancer Statistics: Most Cancer Rates Declined, Some Rose

The good news from the new annual report, "Cancer Statistics 2012," is promising: more than 1 million cancer deaths have been avoided over the past two decades, according to researchers in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians. The bad news: some cancer rates are on the rise, and experts are not certain why, although lifestyle is a risk factor.  Read more at emaxhealth.com

Fisetin from fruits and vegetables protects the aging brain and helps fight cancer

Fisetin is a unique flavonoid compound found naturally in many fruits and vegetables including strawberries, blueberries and the skin of cucumbers. A wealth of scientific research now explains how a diet packed with raw fruits and vegetables can help prevent amyloid plaque formation in the aging brain and can promote the early destruction of cancer cells by triggering the body's innate immune response. Read more at naturalnews.com

Top 10 Foods and Drinks for Cancer Prevention

Cancer is such a staggering epidemic-the sheer number of people affected by the disease is as heartbreaking as it is mystifying. As we are slowly learning more about the causes, we are beginning to learn more about preventive measures.  Read more at care2.com

Dr. Oz's Discusses Top 3 Superfoods to Blast Belly Fat

Dr. Oz reveals his top three superfoods that will blast away belly fat and also reveals a secret about metabolism with one of his superfoods that most people do not know about. His three superfood choices are inexpensive, good to eat at any time of the day and guaranteed to help you blast away your belly fat this holiday season.  Read more at emaxhealth.com

White tea, witch hazel proven by scientists to reduce inflammation and fight cancer

Rose, witch hazel and white tea may sound like the refrain from a folk song, but the trio of natural substances delivers both health and skin benefits through their ability to halt inflammation say British researchers. Health issues including cancer, arthritis and diabetes have all been linked to inflammation, which is also responsible for premature signs of aging.  

Freshly Squeezed: The Truth About Orange Juice in Boxes

This is a great read.  Check it out at civileats.com

Health Benefits of Kale

Watch this video at abcnews.com

Danish Mushroom May Help in Fight Against Cancer

A Chinese-Danish physician and expert in Chinese folk medicine has discovered a Danish mushroom that may be helpful in the fight against cancer. Dr. Ming Chen, a senior physician at Sonderborg Hospital, identified a poisonous Danish mushroom that is more toxic toward cancer cells than toward healthy cells.  Read more at emaxhealth.com
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