Posted on December 9, 2007 by healthnerd
In light of the continuing controversy over bisphenol A, the Vancouver based Mountain Equipment Co-op has pulled plastic water bottles and food containers off the shelves (Full article at Reuters). Bisphenol A has been the target of extensive studies and controversies in the US. Used in the manufacture of plastic containers and can [...]
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Posted on December 9, 2007 by healthnerd
While we have always known that dark leafy vegetables were good for us, studies have recently shown that eating just three servings a month can reduce your risk of bladder cancer by 40%. The researchers also point out that they are 80% less effective if you cook them.
So I guess while momma was right about [...]
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Posted on December 9, 2007 by healthnerd
Green Tea, long touted for it’s antioxidant properties, is in the news again. Reuters reports that Green Tea may protect against colon cancer. According to a recent study by the American Association for Cancer Research, polyphenols, a substance in Green Tea decreased the amount of malignant tumors in rats by 80%. Researchers hope to start [...]
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