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Greywater systems could help fix California’s drought
California is now facing one of the worst droughts ever recorded. The California government reports that Governor Brown has declared a State of Emergency and has “directed state officials to take all necessary actions to prepare for water shortages.” There are many ways to cut down on water consumption, including […]
3 natural treatments for Helicobacter Pylori Infection
Helicobacter Pylori is a type of bacteria that live in the digestive tract. This bacteria can cause ulcers, which are sores in the stomach lining or the small intestine. It has even been shown to cause gastric cancer in some cases. “Modern treatment for H. pylori infection focuses on total eradication using […]
Mushrooms boost the immune system
The immune support benefits of eating shiitake mushrooms are well documented. These mushrooms contain compounds called polysaccharides, which help jump-start the immune system, according to previous research published in the Nutrition Journal. Now, more promising evidence from a University of Florida study confirms that shiitake mushrooms boost the immune system. […]
Soda is linked to cancer
Soda has been shown to increase weight gain, and the high fructose corn syrup and aspartame have both shown detrimental health effects. New research from Consumer Reports now shows that soda is linked to cancer. The chemical in soda that has shown possible cancer-causing effects is called 4-methylimidazole (4-MeI), which […]
Daily TV increases diabetes risk
Daily TV increases diabetes risk, according to new research from the European Association for the Study of Diabetes. Each hour daily spent watching television increases risk of diabetes by 3.4 percent. The research team used data from the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) study (published in 2002 and funded by the […]
Prunes help build bones
Prunes help build bones, according to research from Florida State University. “Over my career, I have tested numerous fruits, including figs, dates, strawberries and raisins, and none of them come anywhere close to having the effect on bone density that dried plums, or prunes, have,” said Bahram H. Arjmandi, Florida […]
Eggs reduce type 2 diabetes risk
New research from the University of Eastern Finland shows that eggs reduce type 2 diabetes risk. According to Healthline: “Type 2 diabetes is a common and increasingly prevalent illness that is largely preventable… 29.1 million people in the United States have diabetes, 8.1 million of whom may be undiagnosed and […]