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(NaturalHealth365) The dietary flavonoid fisetin found in abundance in strawberries is a potent force for staying healthy. It’s a shame this delicious fruit (and its properties) don’t get more positive press in the lamestream media. (hopefully, this story, will be shared ‘far and wide’) In recent research, scientists from the Salk Cellular Neurobiology Laboratory found the fisetin in strawberries dramatically ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Lemon is a tasty addition to foods and beverages and also a favorite aromatherapy scent. However, the benefits of lemon go beyond its citrus flavor and uplifting aroma. Lemons, especially the peels, can also bring tremendous anticancer benefits. Lemon peels contain key compounds that bolster the immune system to more effectively fight cancer. Science is increasingly coming to the ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Avocado benefits have been getting a lot of positive press lately. They are packed with nutrients and an excellent source of healthy unsaturated fats, including omega 3s. Now, a new study out of Tufts University is linking avocados with better brain functioning in older adults. The research assessed 40 healthy adults over the age of 50 who ate one ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) While most health-conscious people are aware of the nutritional potency of leafy greens like spinach and kale, there is less awareness about Swiss chard. However, it is one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables around, containing more than three times the daily recommended vitamin K allowance in just one cup. In addition to being classified as a leafy green, Swiss ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Are you eating apples? It’s safe to say that virtually everyone has heard the saying regarding an “apple a day.” Now, cutting-edge scientific analysis and extensive medical studies are confirming the remarkable truth behind this bit of folk wisdom. From helping to prevent obesity to inhibiting cancer, and more – crunchy, refreshing apples offer an almost unbelievable array of ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Holding hands can be a romantic gesture or a way to show affection toward any human being you care about. Now a recent collaborative study by the University of Haifa and the University of Colorado Boulder is showing that holding hands can cause a measurable entrainment that reduces physical pain naturally. Sharing human touch by holding hands results in ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) It may sound hard to believe, but an extract from a special type of licorice known as deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL licorice) can be extremely helpful for peptic ulcer, gastritis and heartburn. In fact, numerous studies have found it more effective than many antacid drugs. Peptic ulcers are commonly caused by acidic secretions of the stomach. However, they can also ... Read More »

(Naturalhealth365) New research is highlighting a remarkable array of beet juice benefits – among them, the ability to enhance exercise capability and overall performance in people with heart failure issues. Heart failure – characterized by the heart’s inability to pump enough oxygen-rich blood to meet the body’s needs – is one of the most common complications of heart disease. Currently ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) Highly-toxic chemotherapy sessions (along with radiation) are often used to treat breast cancer. However, evidence is mounting that those who survive are left with debilitating health problems, including brittle bones and cognitive issues like, “chemo brain.” And, now, new research out of the Mayo Clinic is showing that chemotherapy can lead to higher probability of heart failure. In fact, ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) The avocado is a true superfood – featuring a creamy, buttery-tasting pulp that is packed with healthy nutrients and precious phytochemicals. The large central seed, as well, are a source of beneficial oil. However, the husks surrounding the seed is considered “waste,” and routinely discarded. But, this may soon be changing, with recent research suggesting that the seemingly-worthless husks ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) A joint effort by the Karolinska Institutet, Sweden and the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine has determined that the alcohol industry has used a pattern of “denying, distorting and distracting” the public about some of the dangers of alcohol consumption. The companies often present the connection between cancer and alcohol use as ‘extremely complex,’ yet without a ... Read More »

(NaturalHealth365) The blueberry has long been known as a superfood that’s loaded with vitamins, antioxidants and health-boosting compounds. Now recent research conducted by Erin L. Boespflug and colleagues is showing the benefits of blueberries also extend to preventing and even reversing cognitive decline associated with aging. The research showed significantly raised neural responses and activity in older individuals who took ... Read More »