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Racial disparities in lung cancer -- could attitudes be at play?

African-Americans have the highest incidence and death rates for lung cancer. As with many puzzling racial disparities in health, researchers don't know for sure why blacks are more likely than other racial groups to suffer from the disease.  Read more at weblogs.baltimoresun.com

Nuts To You: A Valuable Addition to Your Diet

High in protein and fiber, nuts also contain healthy amounts of folic acid (brain nutrition), vitamin E, selenium, phytic acid and omega-3 fatty acids.  Read more at healthnews.com

Simple Changes Can Prevent 40% of Cancer

According to WHO, more than 12 million people are diagnosed with cancer each year - and two out of five, or about 40%, are potentially preventable through smoking cessation, reduction in alcohol consumption, avoidance of excess UV rays, and achievement or maintenance of a healthy weight through diet and exercise.  Read more at emaxhealth.com

Mango May Help Prevent Breast, Colon Cancers

Although the mango does not have the high levels of antioxidants found in other fruits, including acai, blueberry, and pomegranate, a new study finds that the tropical fruit has the ability to prevent or stop breast and colon cancer cells in a laboratory.  Read more at emaxhealth.com

The Truth About Serving Sizes

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5 Mood-Boosting Foods /Cancer-Fighting Recipes

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Preparing Perfect Portion Sizes

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Some facts about cancer around the world

The number of global cancer deaths is projected to increase by 45 percent from 2007 to 2030 (from 7.9 million to 11.5 million deaths), influenced in part by an increasing and aging global population.  Read more at reuters.com

 

Introducing Healthy and Sustainable Fish into Your Diet

In looking for healthier menu options, it is wise to consider the addition of 2 or more servings of fish in your diet each week, as recommended by the American Heart Association, among others. Not only is this superfood a good source of tasty protein, most is low in fat, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, and it cooks very quickly, reducing your time in the kitchen.  Read more at healthnews.com

Banish Bloat Naturally

Everyone knows the feeling of stuffing themselves silly and then rubbing their belly in wait of the inevitable discomfort that comes along with stomach bloat. While sometimes you can burp away the pain, feeling bloated is not fun no matter what delicious meal you just consumed.  Read more at healthnews.com
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