Eating walnuts may help fight breast cancer: Study

Consumption of walnuts may help suppress growth and survival of  breast cancer, a study claims. The study, published in the journal Nutrition Research, found that consumption of two ounces of walnuts a day for about two weeks significantly changed gene expression in confirmed breast cancers. “Consumption of walnuts has slowed breast cancer growth and reduced the risk of mammary cancer in mice,” said W Elaine Hardman, from Marshall University in the US. “Building on this research, our team hypothesised that walnut consumption would alter gene expression in pathologically-confirmed breast cancers…

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Rheumatoid Arthritis: Early Signs, Symptoms & Treatment

By: Abha Toppo Rheumatoid arthritis or RA is a long-term systemic autoimmune inflammatory disorder of the joints. The problem or situation starts insidiously with nonspecific pains and aches in the musculoskeletal system of the body that come-and-go. The symptoms of RA develop over a period of time maybe in weeks or even months when actual joint inflammations become noticeable along with growing stiffness and pains. A Top Rheumatologist said, “About 1 in 100 people could be suffering from Rheumatoid arthritis in the society. The condition generally occurs in people between the…

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World Diabetes Day 2018: Nuts And Seeds To Snack On To Avoid Blood Sugar Spikes

World Diabetes Day 2018: Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable with the help of a healthy diet and an active lifestyle. Here is why diabetics may want to include nuts and seeds in their diet. World Diabetes Day 2018 is celebrated on November 14, 2018 around the world. According to the official website of the International Diabetes Federation, the theme for World Diabetes Day 2018 is ‘The Family and Diabetes’. The website further says that currently, 425 million people suffer from diabetes, among which most of the cases are that…

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Regular Cycling Keeps You Young and Your Immune System Strong: Study

Cycling regularly may help keep you rejuvenated, young and disease-free, claims a new study. The study published in the journal Aging Cell, revealed that those who cycle enough can delay the onset of diseases normally associated with middle-age or old age by strengthening your immunity system as compared to those who are healthy, but did not exercise regularly. For the study scientists examined 125 amateur cyclists aged 55 to 79. Thymus gland which makes immune cells called T-cells begin to shrink with time, typically after the age of 20. But…

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Have A Discolored Neck? Try These Magical Home Remedies To Get Rid Of It

Quit hiding the dark skin patch on your neck with the help of these home remedies. Let’s face it, discolored necks are downright embarrassing! It’s like a question mark on your ability to have good person hygiene standards. And in some cases it is not due to poor hygiene. It may also be due to the UV rays of the sun. That discolored neck becomes the reason why you have to wear turtle necks and high-collar shirts to hide the patch of dark patch. Well relax, you need not rush…

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THE POWER OF DRY FRUITS AND NUTS

Grab a handful of power-packed dry fruits and nuts everyday How often have you been bogged by your mother or your grandmother to have nuts and dry fruits with your breakfast? If you have not been taking these directions seriously, it is high time you start doing so. Dry fruits and nuts like almonds, walnuts, raisins, dates, Brazil nuts, apricots etc are store house of various essential nutrients and are considered to be extremely beneficial for one’s health. From helping to regulate weight to cholesterol in the blood, these can…

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World Mental Health Day 2017: How Food Therapy May Help Promote Mental Health

By: Sarika Rana Mental Health conditions like depression, anxiety, mood swings, and stress have become common issues today, given the fast paced and stressful lives we lead. These mental disorders not only have an impact on our ability to work productively, but also ruin our social and personal lives. According to the World Health organization (WHO), globally more than 300 million people are suffering from depression; more than 260 million are living with anxiety disorders and most live with both these conditions. WHO commemorates World Mental Health on 10th October every year…

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SIMPLE WAYS TO LOWER YOUR CHOLESTEROL LEVELS NATURALLY

Research suggests that you can keep your cholesterol levels in check by making simple but effective dietary changes, opting for an exercise regimen and keeping your weight in check. Here are some effective ways to lower your cholesterol levels without popping pills:   ? SAY NO TO TRANS FATS ? Food manufacturers use trans fats because they extend the shelf life of packaged baked goods. ? They raise LDL (bad cholesterol), lower HDL (good cholesterol), and increase the risk of developing heart diseases and stroke. ? Trans fats are found in…

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Playing Action Video Games May Affect Your Brain Power: 5 Foods to Boost it Naturally

Habitual players of action games may have less grey matter in their hippocampus. A new study, conducted by the researchers from the Universite de Montreal, has found that playing action-packed video games may do more harm than good. There is a general perception that playing interactive video games improves your cognitive skills and boosts brain power, but these new findings reveal that habitual players of action games may have less grey matter in their hippocampus which is a major part of the brain associated with cognition. The hippocampus is the…

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Here’s why a healthy lifestyle is a must in times of uncertainty; and how to maintain one

Exercise is not just about aerobic capacity, muscle size and cardiovascular fitness. it also helps you sleep better at night, have sharper memories, and feel more relaxed and positive about yourself and your life.  By Sandhya Pandey “Tough times never last. Tough people do,” said author and motivational speaker Robert H Schuller. And to be that “tough person” with a tough body and mind, you most certainly need good nutrition. In modern society, with the fastpaced changes, nothing seems safe and secure and among other things, definitely not our jobs.…

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