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Apples are a Perfect Pick

 February 12, 2018

We have all heard about how good apples are for you. As I write this article, I would like to caution any of the cancer patients about over eating apples. Our patients at New Hope Unlimited are cautioned not eat them during treatment. My reasoning for this is simple. There are a lot of studies […]

What’s the Deal with Dairy Free Chocolate?

 February 10, 2018

Everyone deserves to enjoy the decadent taste of chocolate, but what about those who are lactose intolerant or allergic? Dark chocolate is a crowd favorite and often the best choice when seeking dairy-free cocoa confections. However, this is not always the case. Although several chocolate manufacturers carry a line of dairy-free dark chocolates, they’re still […]

BBP Increases Fat Stores

 February 9, 2018

Everyday science all over the world proves and disproves more and more. I think it is just fascinating! Sometimes we try so hard to live and eat correctly, only to find that even what we are doing is not good enough. Now, with this new news, we need to worry about the food preparation of […]

Pancreatic Cancer 3rd Biggest Cancer Killer In EU

 February 8, 2018

It is believed that the number of deaths from pancreatic cancer will overtake breast cancer mortality in the EU in 2017, according to a new study.  These findings were recently presented at UEG Week 2016, and mean that pancreatic cancer will become the third leading cause of death from cancer in the EU behind lung […]

Coconut Oil On Verge Of Collapse

 February 7, 2018

Orange juice has been the “go-to” beverage for years and considered the world’s most nutritious drink in the 1950’s and 1960’s. But it isn’t just the favorite anymore and OJ sales have sunk to a new low over the previous 15 seasons. It has been found to be not as healthy or necessary for a […]

Do You Love Lime?

 February 6, 2018

Those working the sea like sailors and explorers never set sail without crates of lime of board. Limes are vitamin C loaded and serve as one of the most potent remedies for scurvy and other skin problems. Currently, lime is used as a cooking ingredient that adds a bit of a tangy flavor to all […]

Is Chocolate Good for Brain Health?

 February 5, 2018

Chocolate. A sweet, indulgent confection that tickles taste buds and calms senses. Many will agree that chocolate is one of the best discoveries in history with its rich, luscious flavor and impeccable versatility as an ingredient. Plus, with the right products, chocolate can provide amazing benefits to your health. Where Cocoa Comes From Chocolate comes […]

Low Salt Intake

 February 5, 2018

Increased blood pressure and greater risk for heart problems has been linked to high salt intake, but new research is showing that low salt intake may be just as harmful. The Lancet published a study that found low salt or sodium intake may raise the risk of heart attack, stroke and even death, compared with […]

Hyaluronic Acid May Not Be Good For Cancer

 February 2, 2018

It has be found that usually cancer drugs fail because they cannot penetrate the high-pressure environment of solid tumors. Biophysical Journal published a study that reveals large, naturally occurring molecule called hyaluronic acid is primarily responsible for generating elevated gel-fluid pressures in tumors. Treatment with an enzyme that breaks down hyaluronic acid normalized fluid pressure […]

Chemo and Alternative Medicine

 February 1, 2018

At last! A study that proves complementary and alternative medicine can work. Those women with early-stage breast cancer that had used dietary supplements and multiple types of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), were less likely to start chemotherapy than nonusers of CAM, according to a new study that was published online by Jama Oncology.  Despite […]