Archive for February, 2008

In the News – Blueberries and black raspberries join the fight against cancer

Friday, February 1st, 2008

Blueberries:

According to recent research published in the British Journal of Cancer blueberries, which contain the compound lupeol can help to fight head, neck and mouth cancer in patients who have failed to respond to any other treatments. Tests on mice by a team at the University of Hong Kong suggest the compound may help to shrink tumours with few side effects.

 

The compound works by

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Menopause: Herbs that can ease the transition

Friday, February 1st, 2008

Because they tend to work gently without severe side effects, natural menopause herbal supplements have been on the rise, and many women have found relief from their menopause symptoms by using them. The main herbs used to treat symptoms of menopause are called adaptogens which means that if you have a low level of one hormone or have an excess of another the herb will have a balancing effect on your hormones and your body.

 

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Portion control secrets for weight control

Friday, February 1st, 2008

There’s so much talk nowadays about what you should and should not eat if you want to lose weight but rather less emphasis on the importance of eating sensible food portions.

 

Portion control is essential to weight loss as well as to maintaining a healthy weight. A report published in Science magazine states that cutting

 

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