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Cancer: The Wheatgerm Extract That May Help Reduce Cancer Reoccurrence (Cancer)Cancer treatment has come a long way since the use of mustard gas derivatives in the early 1900s – or...
Promising Progress in Cancer Treatment (Cancer)Thirty years ago, scientists were aware that vitamin C might be effective in killing cancer cells. It’s too bad that...
Breast Asymmetry Linked to Cancer (Cancer)A study published last month reported that a woman’s chances of getting breast cancer can increase by up to 50...
Cancer: Are you at risk of colorectal cancer? (Cancer)What are your chances of developing colorectal cancer? Take this quick quiz to find out: * Do you have a...
Colorectal Cancer: New Research Findings On Colon Cancer (Cancer)You may have read about the "new" C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test that can help predict heart disease risk. CRP's...
Breast Cancer & Antibiotics: When You Should Question What Your GP Prescribes (Cancer)"Antibiotics have been used as freely as vitamins for decades. I've known they were anything BUT the harmless substances they...
Mobile Phone Health Risks: Is Your Mobile Risking Your Health? (Cancer)"The largest biological experiment in history" is how one researcher describes mobile phone use. And those who make numerous calls...
Mammogram Problems: Mammograms, Biopsies, And Lumpectomies (Cancer)Recently, I came across an article announcing the winners of the 2003 Annual Erma Bombeck Writing Competition. I'm always up...
Cancer: Misleading headlines on antioxidants (Cancer)Someone at Reuters Health apparently wants you to stop taking antioxidant supplements. Why? The reason seems clear. Just look at...
Cancer: The low down on colon cancer screening (Cancer) A friend of mine named Charles (who's nearing his 60th birthday) recently mentioned that he's planning his second tubing expedition. ...
Cancer: Anti-cancer benefits linked to bilberries (Cancer) A series of clinical trials is underway in the UK to test the anti-cancer effects of bilberry extracts. The studies,...
Cancer: Tocotrienols can help keep you cancer free (Cancer) New research suggests that tocotrienols – the less studied form of vitamin E – may reduce DNA damage (considered an...
Cancer: How nutritional therapy can help you fight the disease (Cancer) Safe to say, just about every adult has witnessed the toll that cancer and cancer treatments can take on the...
Breast cancer: How to maximise your chances of beating the disaease (Cancer)Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in the UK and mainly occurs in women in the 50...
Garcinia cambogia: How the rind of this fruit offers hope in the fight against cancer, MRSA and obesity (Cancer) Garcinia cambogia is the name of an evergreen that grows throughout India and other parts of Asia. The rind of...
Aswagandha update: The remarkable herb that helps fight serious diseases like Alzheimer's and cancer (Cancer) Back in October 2001, we brought you a report on the numerous health-benefits linked to the herb ashwagandha (withania somnifera). Since...
Cancer: debunking the myths on skin cancer (Cancer) At this time of year, we keep hearing the same message – “don’t go out without sunscreen, cover yourself up,...
Rhodiola rosea helps fight serious infections like pneumonia and may even protect against cancer (Cancer) Rhodiola rosea is a perennial plant with yellow or red flowers that grows in cold, mountainous regions of the world....
Cancer: Latest news on the link between acrylamide and cancer (Cancer) Today we have some cautiously optimistic news about a carcinogen that millions of people pick up in their diets every...
Cancer: Exploring green tea’s cancer-fighting properties (Cancer) The things we do to mice. US researchers at the University of South Carolina treated mice with a chemical that...
Breast cancer: How folate can offer women vital protection against the disease (Cancer) I dubbed this summer The Summer of Folate a few weeks ago when I sent you an e-Alert with a...
Cancer protective properties linked to coffee (Cancer) Coincidence? In Asia, where consumption of coffee is low, health officials report the highest incidence of liver cancer in the...
Cancer: Tinospora cordifolia could hail a breakthrough in the fight against the disease (Cancer) The stem, bark and roots of a rare, succulent, climbing shrub that grows predominantly in India are currently causing a...
How vitamin B-6 can help reduce your risk of colorectal cancer (Cancer) Chicken breast, fish, red meat and beans, along with vegetables and fruits (especially bananas) are the menu items that can...
Cancer: How spinach can lower a woman’s risk of ovarian cancer (Cancer) Burly sailors like Popeye may not be the only ones to benefits from spinach, with new research suggesting that women...
Cancer: Cruciferous vegetables lower your risk of bladder cancer (Cancer) Increasing your intake of cruciferous vegetables may slash your risk of bladder cancer by up to 30 per cent according...
Cancer: How pre-menopausal women can lower their risk of breast cancer (Cancer) According to the latest research findings pre-menopausal women who consume high amounts of calcium and vitamin D may lower their...
How to protect the health of your lungs and ward off lung cancer (Cancer) Every breath you take has a unique chemical signature that can reveal the health of your lungs. Researchers at the Cleveland...
Cancer: Eaten regularly watercress can help prevent the disease (Cancer) "Rabbit food" is the familiar derogatory term commonly used by devoted steak & potatoes guys to dismiss the thought that...
Breast cancer: Could mammograms be doing more harm than good? (Cancer) A feud between two researchers has sparked controversy in the European medical community. Hopefully this feud will escalate and rage...
Cancer: How L-carnitine could help cancer sufferers overcome fatigue (Cancer) If you know someone who's struggling with cancer, one of the best gifts you could possibly give is a tip...
Take these steps to lower your risk of pancreatic cancer (Cancer) Here are the two best ways to lower your risk of pancreatic cancer: 1) Maintain a proper body weight2) Avoid smoking Researchers...
Ellagic Acid: How A Little-Known Ingredient In Raspberries And Strawberries Could Herald A Vital Breakthrough In The Prevention Of Cancer (Cancer) A natural compound found in high amounts in the leaves and seeds of raspberries, strawberries, pomegrantes and other plant foods,...
Vitamin A helps protect against skin cancer (Cancer) Remember those lazy, hazy, crazy days of youthful summers, spending entire days playing outside? Back in those days before "SPF"...
Can calcium lower the risk of colorectal cancer? (Cancer) The jury is still out on the relationship between calcium intake and colorectal cancer risk. But a new study offers...
The breast cancer, radiation therapy and anaemia link (Cancer) When breast cancer is treated with radiation, the body is assaulted twice: once by the disease and once by the...
How vitamin D can help protect against cancer (Cancer) "A closer study of the action of solar radiation on the body might well reveal the nature of cancer immunity." That...
Cancer: Gene Therapy Tested to Fight Cancer (Cancer) Fifteen failures and two successes may not seem like a winning record, but for a highly unusual experimental treatment, 15...
Lowering your risk of pancreatic cancer (Cancer) The symptoms are subtle, so it's rarely diagnosed in the early stages when treatment is most effective. This is how...
Cancer: Cancer fighting properties linked to ingredient in curry (Cancer) A somewhat rare condition might lead researchers to a noninvasive cancer solution for people with a far more common condition:...
Colorectal Cancer: Lowering Your Risk of Colorectal Cancer with Flavonoids (Cancer) Would you like to lower your risk of colorectal cancer? Who could possibly answer "no" to that question? Colorectal...
Graviola and N-Tense: Groundbreaking plant from the Amazon takes on cancer, sceptics and controversy (Cancer) In a 2004 Daily Health email, we briefly mentioned the product graviola, a tree from the Amazon with powerful anti-cancerous...
Vitamin C heralds a breakthrough in the fight against cancer (Cancer)Is it just a coincidence, or an exciting breakthrough in cancer research? Loretta Hill from the US believes it's the latter. ...
Cancer prevention: The many health benefits of folate (Cancer) How important is folate? That's easily answered by looking at four health risks associated with folatedeficiency: heart disease, stroke, cognitive...
Cervical cancer: The low-down on the new cervical cancer vaccine (Cancer) The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the first cervical cancer vaccine. It looks like it won’t be...
Cancer: Can microwave popcorn give you cancer? (Cancer) That question is the gist of this e-mail from an HSI member named Steve: “What do you know about the...
Vitamin D May Reduce Breast Cancer Risk (Cancer) Once again, I’m extolling the virtues of the “sunshine vitamin”. The idea that vitamin D can play a role in reducing...
Breast Cancer: Ginsing and QOL (Cancer)QOL is an acronym for “quality of life.” When QOL is good, we may not give it much thought on...
Cancer: Omega 3’s may help address cachexia (Cancer)After sending you the e-Alert "Antioxidants may help restore your vitality" (23/2/06), about the use of antioxidants during cancer therapy,...
Cancer: End of the low-fat diet era? (Cancer)Now we know how much it costs to build a Tower of Babel: around $415 million (or roughly £239 million)....
Cancer: More bad news about pesticides (Cancer)It comes as no surprise that there have been more reports on the negative effects pesticides can have on our...
Tart Cherry: A Natural Compound Found in Cherries May Help Fight Cancer (Cancer)Although they are small, tart cherries pack quite a healthy punch. They contain over 17 natural compounds that work synergistically...
Cancer: Brazilian tribal remedy may help in the fight against cancer (Cancer)Three decades ago, researchers began investigating a medical curiosity among the people of Piedade, Brazil. Residents of the small community...
Ovarian cancer: Ovarian cancer protection from a surprising source (Cancer)A friend of mine broke her leg just this past summer. After watching her struggle to get around and go...
Mobile phones: Depressed and forgetful? Your phone could be the cause (Cancer)There have been some weird and wacky inventions. In many shoe stores in America during the 1930s, '40s and '50s,...
Cancer: Controversy over antioxidant use with cancer treatment (Cancer)In the current issue of CA - an American Cancer Society journal – I came across an article by Dr....
Cassia: Cassia May Help Fight Cancer and Ageing As Well As Chronic Diseases like Arthritis and Heart Disease (Cancer)Two and a half thousand years ago, Arab travellers trading with Chinese merchants came across an aromatic plant used both...
Cancer: Why intravenous vitamin C may be the next big thing (Cancer)Thirty years ago cancer researchers thought they might be on to something big. Their ambitious theory: Vitamin C in high...
Fluoride: New research fuels fluoride debate (Cancer)The fluoride debate goes all the way back to 1892. Since then there have been many studies to determine how...
Cancer: Bromelain - Nature’s painkiller (Cancer)A pineapple displayed on a gatepost once indicated that a sailor had returned from an ocean voyage. This was back...
Cancer: Lower your risk of cancer with selenium (Cancer)For several years we've been telling you about the advantages of selenium - a naturally occurring mineral with powerful antioxidant...
Cancer: Help ward off cancer with flavonoids (Cancer)Once again, scientists are doing their best to sell us some sweets with a study that "reveals" the cardiovascular protection...
Breast cancer: Are mammograms unsafe? (Cancer)Once a woman reaches the age of 50, she may start considering taking part in a breast-screening programme. In the...
Colorectal cancer: A key nutrient for protecting colon health (Cancer)Here’s a vitamin pop quiz: What vitamin helps the brain function (it plays a role in the development of neurotransmitters),...
Colorectal cancer: How calcium can help combat colorectal cancer (Cancer)A friend of mine named Jim recently experienced a rite of passage; at age 53 he had his first colonoscopy....
Breast Cancer: Coffee...to drink or not to drink? (Cancer)It’s like a ritual. Every morning I make my way into work as if on autopilot and the first thing...
Green tea: Discover the cancer-fighting potential of green tea (Cancer)I recently received an e-mail from an HSI member who asked why I don’t give more attention to the health...
Colorectal cancer: Magnesium could reduce your risk of colorectal cancer (Cancer)According to studies, there are four simple steps you can take to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer: 1) Take a...
Cancer: Discover the cancer-fighting properties of tomatoes and watermelon (Cancer)“A woman is like a tea bag.” I remember hearing Nancy Reagan say that years ago. The simile goes on:...
Amla fruit: The Richest Known Source Of Vitamin C That Can Help Fight Cataracts To Cancer (Cancer)Amlica embillicus is the name of a small leafy tree, which has a lemony smell, and grows in the plains...
Breast cancer: Examining soy's role in the fight against breast cancer (Cancer)Does soy intake help prevent breast cancer? In spite of what you may have heard, there’s no easy answer to...
Cancer: New findings in the fight against cancer (Cancer)A recent study has revealed that calcium intake may be a powerful preventative against colorectal cancer. In a past e-alert...
Colon cancer: Does red meat really increase the risk of colon cancer? (Cancer)If you're to believe some media sources, red meat causes cancer. Of course, as usual, there's a lot more to...
Alternative Cancer Treatments (Cancer)I recently received a remarkable note about cancer survival from an HSI member named Bob. More than 20 years ago,...
Colonoscopy and How To Guarantee The Very Best Health Care (Cancer)When it comes to the last word in health care, here's an easy acronym to remember: ART. A... Ask questions....
Chemotherapy Treatment: When Orthodox And Complementary Cancer Therapies Meet (Cancer)Some people stubbornly embrace the new as the one true way, when plenty of evidence shows that the old ways...
Haelan 951 - A Revolutionary New Type Of Soya Drink That Could Offer Vital Protection Against Cancer (Cancer)Traditional Chinese Medicine has long recognised the medicinal value of soya beans, and here too in the West they have...
Ovarian Cancer Treatments: Breakthroughs In The Battle Against Ovarian Cancer (Cancer)Three years ago a friend of mine named Rebecca was rushed to the hospital with severe abdominal pains. She was...
Cancer Drugs: New Developments In The Fight Against Cancer (Cancer)A new drug called Avastin has just been launched, which claims to be a breakthrough cancer therapy that fights the...
Quit Smoking: How To Quit Smoking... Part Two (Cancer)We all have our weaknesses. I was reminded of that the other day after I worked out at my gym....
Skin Cancer Cream: Drug Company's Greed Risks Lives Of Cancer Patients (Cancer)A colleague of mine who works in our US office told me about a newspaper report he'd read. The front...
Breast Cancer Diet: How Postmenopausal Women Can Lower Their Risk Of Breast Cancer (Cancer)Latest research findings have shown that certain foods may have a dramatic impact upon the risk of postmenopausal women developing...
Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms: Possible Risk Factors For Pancreatic Cancer Are Finally Uncovered (Cancer)Unfortunately, many, if not all, of us have been through the horror, whether ourselves or with someone we love... a...
Indigestion: How A Japanese Formula Can Provide Safe And Effective Relief From The Discomfort Of Indigestion (Cancer)From the many letters we receive from HSI members each week, it is clear that indigestion - also referred to...
Dunaliella: A Remedy From The Depths Of The Ocean That Can Protect Against Cancer (Cancer)It's extraordinary just how many health-giving substances nature has to offer, some of which seem to be hidden away in...
Breast Cancer & Exercise: Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Help Ward Off Breast Cancer (Cancer)A new study just published in the journal Cancer may provide us with a simple way to significantly decrease our...
Cachexia: Even More Health-related Benefits Linked To Oily Fish (Cancer)If you don't know what "cachexia" is, you're fortunate. People with cancer and other chronic diseases often experience cachexia; a...
Ovarian Cancer: Colourful Foods That Can Help Prevent Ovarian Cancer (Cancer)The yearly number of UK women who are diagnosed with ovarian cancer could easily fill a football stadium. Fortunately, the...
Pancreatic Cancer: A Simple Precaution Against Pancreatic Cancer (Cancer)Research findings from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) in the US, have revealed a potential new weapon in...
Glutathione: How To Protect Against Breast Cancer (Cancer)Three recent e-Alerts about mammography prompted a batch of member comments that could be called a "heated debate" - some...
Mammograms: Returning To This Contentious Issue (Cancer)Last week I pushed a hot button. Actually I pushed it twice, in the e-alerts "A heated debate regarding mammograms"...
Artemisinin: How An Archaeological Dig Unearthed A Natural Anti-Cancer And Malaria Remedy Lying Buried In A Chinese Tomb (Cancer)A plant group called Artemisia contains over 180 different species, several of which are traditionally renowned for their remarkable range...
Inositol Hexanicotinate: A New Supplement Heralds Good News For Sufferers Of Cancer And Diabetes (Cancer)Scientists have known for some time now that a naturally occurring substance, found in your body's cells and also present...
Rosemary - The Well-known Herb With Hidden Benefits... Including An Ability To Prevent Cancer (Cancer)Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a well-known culinary herb. Dried rosemary leaves are a popular seasoning for food... adding flavour to...
Ganoderma Lucidum: How A Mushroom Heralds An Important Breakthrough In The Fight Against Cancer (Cancer)The Chinese mushroom Ling Zhi (Ganoderma lucidum) has long been held in high esteem in China as a potent natural...
Breast Cancer Awareness: Save Yourself Time And Trouble - Don't Fall For The Self-Exam Scam (Cancer)It is sad but still true - breast self-examinations are a waste of time. In fact, they are worse than...
Soy Health Benefits: Why Boosting Your Intake Of Soy Could Reduce Your Risk Of Breast Cancer (Cancer)Earlier this year, HSI Members' Alert brought you up-to-the-minute news on the proven health benefits of soy, one of nature's...
Breast Cancer: Separating Myth From Fact To Help Protect You Against The Disease (Cancer)Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer to strike women. Worryingly, the disease is now the main cause...
Colon Cancer: Taking Folic Acid Can Help Lower Your Risk Of Colon Cancer (Cancer)HSI has brought you reports in the past on the numerous healthful benefits of folic acid... and now there appears...
Andrographis Paniculata: How An Eastern Remedy Is Finally Gaining Recognition For Its Wide Range Of Medicinal Powers... From Boosting Immunity To Dissolving Blood Clots (Cancer)The global flu epidemic of 1918 was one of the most devastating infectious outbreaks in world history - more virulent...
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