Researchers in Sweden discovered that frequent consumption of sugar and high-sugar foods is associated with an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. In fact, the more sugar in your diet, the higher your risk of cancer. Another study (in 2019) looked at the associations between the consumption of sugary drinks, artificially sweetened beverages, and the risk …
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Did you know that tomatoes are packed with lycopene, a disease-fighting antioxidant? This antioxidant is what makes tomatoes red and it is one of the main reasons why you should try and include tomatoes in your diet every day. But you don’t have to eat them fresh – it’s actually better if you eat them …
If you are looking for a good quality green tea with a taste that won’t disappoint, then Hampstead green tea should be high on your list. Over the years I’ve tried different types of green tea, different brands and quality and I know what’s good and what’s not so good. I love organic green tea …
Tennis is a fun and competitive sport that is extremely popular, especially in summer. It’s loved by all, young and old generations and can be easily played by those who are just starting out. You just need to be willing to hold a racket and be prepared to do lots of running around the tennis …
Ginger is a spice and natural remedy that has been used for thousands of years in India and China. Today it is used worldwide for culinary purposes and to treat a variety of diseases and ailments. In the ancient times, it was extremely popular by spice dealers and now it is used in Asia as …
When you are in your 20s or 30s, high blood pressure is the last thing that comes to your mind. At the end of the day you are still young and this is not something you should worry about, right? Not exactly! Yes, it’s true, high blood pressure is more common in older people BUT, …
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It’s that time of the month. You have mood swings and your belly looks like you are 6 months pregnant. PMS or so-called premenstrual syndrome (also known as PMT) is the cause of various discomforts amongst most of the women, childbearing age. PMS symptoms vary in intensity and women report experiencing slightly different symptoms, no woman …
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Do you ever pay attention to the colour of your urine? This is something you should definitely start doing as it can say a lot about your health. But before you start analysing your urine, make sure you know what’s normal and what’s not. The normal color of the urine ranges from a pale yellow …
Several studies revealed that alkaline water can help to improve numerous medical conditions. If you are not drinking alkaline water yet you are certainly missing out. Alkaline water offers a myriad of health benefits, including an immune system boost, detoxing your body, and also preventing cancer cells from developing. In laboratory studies conducted in 2012, …
In a study by Pennsylvania State University, 45 overweight people were instructed to follow three identical-calorie diets to lower cholesterol: one low-fat diet and two others made up of moderate fat intake which included either avocado or dried fruit and oil. After five weeks, the diet including avocado has been shown to be the most …
