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Monthly Archives: April 2007
Tai Chi: Exercise Relieves Shingles
A bit of Tai Chi can go a long way in relieving the symptoms of Shingles, says new research. Shingles is a Neurological disease brought on by the chicken pox virus. And is very painful, often showing itself in people over the age of 50. In a study paid for by the National Institutes of… Continue Reading
Heart Disease: Question and Answer
A doctor answers questions about Heart Disease.
Green Tea and Alzheimer's
Green tea contains a substance called EGCG. We’ve all become familiar with it as a diet aid, one that really does help. It also has cancer fighting properties. But, now there is evidence that EGCG may decrease the production of a hormone called Beta-Amyloid Protein that is responsible for the brain plaque accumulation at the… Continue Reading
Drinking Tea Cuts Skin Cancer Risk
More good news for tea lovers: The US research compared the tea-drinking habits of 1,400 people with skin cancer and 700 who had not developed the disease. The study, in the European Journal of Cancer Prevention, suggests chemicals in tea could have a protective effect. See Also Matcha More Powerful than Regular Green Tea
Bacon increases Risk of Lung Disease
Researchers at Columbia University found a link between Bacon and other cured meats and incidences of Lung Disease. Dr Rui Jiang, leading the research, said high levels of nitrites are used in cured meats such as bacon as preservatives, anti-bacterial agents and colour fixatives. He said reactive nitrogen species, molecules that can damage body tissues,… Continue Reading
The Fitcast with John Berardi and Dave Tate
A new episode of the The Fitcast has guests John Berardi and Dave Tate. Dave Tate, a Champion Powerlifter who’s bad eating habbits nearly cost him his life, worked with John Berardi to not only lose weight, but to become a healthier individual.
Does Your Chest Hurt Durring Exercise? You May Have Angina
Here’s a video about a type of heart disease called Angina. If you have chest pains during exercise, then you should see a doctor about the possibility of having Angina. GEORGE A. BELLER, MD, MACC: The signs and symptoms of angina are very straightforward. The patient experiences a feeling of pain or pressure, particularly with… Continue Reading
Marijuana cuts Cancer Risks in Half
From Science Daily: The active ingredient in marijuana cuts tumor growth in common lung cancer in half and significantly reduces the ability of the cancer to spread, say researchers at Harvard University who tested the chemical in both lab and mouse studies. “The beauty of this study is that we are showing that a substance… Continue Reading
Alzheimer's Disease Treatment: a New Drug Treatment Shows Promise
From Science Daily: A molecule designed by a Purdue University researcher could lead to the first drug treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. “This is the most exciting target today for Alzheimer’s disease intervention,” said Tang, who holds the J.G. Puterbaugh Chair in Medical Research at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. “These interactions happen at a very… Continue Reading
