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Meta-analysis suggests cranberries reduce UTI occurrences

A meta-analysis and assessment of human clinical trials, published in The Journal of Urology, suggest that consuming cranberries helps reduce the incidence of urinary tract infections (UTIs). A total of 28 studies showing results from nearly 5,000 patients were considered and researchers found a statistically significant risk reduction in repeat UTIs overall. “Our investigation supports […]

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Curcumin may help prevent and optimize treatment for pancreatic cancer

A recent study published in the journal Carcinogenesis has shown several pathways by which a special form of clinically studied curcumin blended with turmeric essential oils called BCM-95 Curcumin can affect pancreatic cancer, specifically pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC). PDAC is the most common form of pancreatic cancer and has a very poor prognosis, with approximately […]

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World Obesity Federation: “Snowball effect” taking place as obesity recognised as disease

The World Obesity Federation is calling on health organisations and countries across the world to recognize obesity as a disease. The question as to whether obesity should be classed a disease has been rumbling on for years. The World Obesity Federation (WOF) is hoping that by classifying obesity as a disease, doctors will take a […]