It's been ignored for decades. So much so that it's been nicknamed the "forgotten vitamin." But now doctors are finally realizing this nutrient's amazing health benefits—from building strong bones to protecting against cancer. It can even reverse atherosclerosis! And yet, many Americans lack ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:February 9, 2016
UPDATED:February 8, 2016
Anti-Aging and Cancer Fighting Benefits of Coffee
Michael Roizen, M.D. explains the anti-aging and cancer fighting health benefits provided by coffee. If you don't have one of the four 'unhealthy symptoms' related to coffee consumption, it is a very healthy choice due to the high polyphenol content and anti-cancerous benefits. Dr. Roizan also ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
Nature Wants To Protect You
I love peppers. Especially bell peppers. They're so crunchy and sweet. I like to get mine at my local farmer's market. One of my favorite ways to eat them is roasted. I like to put a big red pepper in the oven and turn it every now and then until it's soft. They're delicious that way. Plus, you ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Does diabetes increase cancer risk?
Dear Dr. Mirkin, Does diabetes increase cancer risk? Answer: The largest study ever on cancer risks of people who have diabetes and can still make insulin shows that they are at increased risk for 24 different cancers (Oncologist, May 2010). The greatest risks are for pancreatic cancer (six ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 6, 2016
Foods rich in this little-known vitamin slash diabetes risk by 20%
With diabetes rates soaring in developed countries, it's important to be aware of every lifestyle change you can make to reduce your risk. While a healthy diet and exercise remain at the top of the list for diabetes prevention, simply making a point to include plenty of foods rich in a vitamin ... Read More ›
UPDATED:February 9, 2016
The Real Scoop on Coffee’s Health Benefits
Many people are convinced that the caffeine in coffee makes the drink addictive and unhealthy despite the fact it comes from Mother Earth. But powerful benefits can be found in the consumption of coffee. 5 great reasons to keep drinking your coffee If you find yourself constantly having to ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Unraveling the Mysteries of the Cancer Fighting Oleander Plant – The Oleander Series Part 7
The major active compound in the amazing cancer fighting and immune boosting oleander plant is felt to be the cardiac glycoside oleandrin. However, the opinion among those who have studied oleander is virtually unanimous; it is a synergistic combination of many ingredients which makes oleander ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
The Father of “Oleander Soup” – The Oleander Series Part 2
In the earlier article "An Amazing Discovery in Turkey", the first of this series of articles about oleander, I described how Doctor H. Z. Ozel discovered an age old remedy for cancer and other conditions in rural Turkey in the early 1960's and, after successfully treating thousands of patients over ... Read More ›
February 9, 2016
Is Your Shower Curtain Toxic?
Have you ever noticed how a new shower curtain smells? There is a distinctive toxic odor in shower curtains pulled fresh from the packaging. This noxious odor is plastic softener, a potently hazard chemical compound that may be doing more than softening our curtains...Today companies selling many of ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 18, 2017
Onions could help in the fight against colon cancer
Adding an onion to your sandwich might not earn you any points with your spouse, but it may help protect you against colon cancer. In fact, according to a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, increased intake of quercetin (a nutrient found in onions) may slash your risk of ... Read More ›
