Pomegranate juice, particularly consumed with seeds included, may reduce arterial plaque buildup by a significant amount, based on observations made by Ryan Fernando, a clinical nutrition counselor. A study cited by Ryan Fernando, showed that participants who consumed pomegranate extract or juice blended with seeds daily for a year had up to a 35 percent…
Heart disease is still one of the biggest health challenges we face today. According to the World Health Organization, around 17.9 million people die from cardiovascular diseases each year, and most of these deaths are due to heart attacks and strokes. The numbers keep rising, partly because of growing issues like obesity, high blood pressure,…
Breast cancers may spread to other areas of the body and trigger other symptoms. The World health organization (WHO) fact sheet affirms, mortality is reduced when breast cancer cases are detected early and treated early. The two components of early detection include screening and early diagnosis. 5 effective self-examination techniques. Credits: Canva According to The…
Think high-quality, costly supplements or top-notch medical care is enough to live longer? Think again, as it turns out that one of the biggest secrets to a long, healthy life is far more mundane: Powerful legs. More precisely, possessing greater muscle mass in the thighs translates to a reduced risk of premature death. That is,…
Reaching the age of 40 marks a milestone in life. At this age financial, social and emotional choices made throughout the decades start to manifest. Similarly, the physical choices made for the body and the physical needs neglected through the years, start reflecting. Studies underscore the importance of adapting mindful habits as we age and…
Cancer is still one of the most fatal diseases globally, and India is no different. With increasing numbers of cancer cases every year, there is a higher demand for therapies that are specially designed according to the specific genetic profiles of Indian patients. Acting on this demand, IIT-Madras has initiated a revolutionary cancer genome and…
According to Dr Sethi, this root vegetable gets a bad reputation for no reason. In actuality, sweet potatoes contain carbohydrates, fiber and vitamins A through beta-carotene C, potassium and manganese. The glycemic index of sweet potatoes exists between medium and high, but boiling them results in a decrease of sugar content. The dietary fiber in…
Waking consistently between 1:00 and 3:00 am can be frustrating and often dismissed as a sign of disturbed sleep or insomnia. However, according to the principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the specific time window may hold a deeper meaning. In TCM, this pattern may particularly signal an imbalance in the liver’s energy system. Understanding the…
Fibroids and fibroadenomas are solid growths influenced by hormones like estrogen. In India nearly 20 to 30% women in the reproductive age group have fibroid uterus. While 10% of the world’s female population suffers from fibroadenoma once in their lifetime. The question in bigger picture is, can fibroids and fibroadenomas could turn into cancer? Fibroids…
U.S. health agencies issued an alert for pre-cooked meals from Walmart and Trader Joe’s due to a Listeria outbreak, now linked to four deaths and 20 reported cases across 15 states. Consumers are urged to discard or return specific Marketside and Trader Joe’s pasta products, as Listeria can cause serious illness, especially in vulnerable populations….