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Hops Compound May Prevent Prostate Cancer

Hops Compound May Prevent Prostate Cancer

The natural compound xanthohumol blocks the effects of the male hormone testosterone, therefore aiding in the prevention of prostate..

September 25, 2012
Growth Factor in Stem Cells May Spur Recovery from Multiple Sclerosis

Growth Factor in Stem Cells May Spur Recovery from Multiple Sclerosis

A substance in human mesenchymal stem cells that promotes growth appears to spur restoration of nerves and their function in rodent models..

May 22, 2012
Flavonoid Compound Found in Foods and Supplements May Prevent the Formation of Blood Clots, Study Suggests

Flavonoid Compound Found in Foods and Supplements May Prevent the Formation of Blood Clots, Study Suggests

A compound called rutin, commonly found in fruits and vegetables and sold over the counter as a dietary supplement, has been shown to..

May 9, 2012

Dark Chocolate: Half A Bar Per Week May Keep Heart Attack Risk At Bay

Maybe gourmands are not jumping for joy. Probably they would have preferred bigger amounts to support their passion. Though the news is..

October 7, 2011 with 0 Comments

Organic Tomato Juice Contains More Beneficial Phenolic Components Than Juice from Conventionally Grown Crops

Organic tomato juice contains more phenolic components than juice from conventionally grown crops, according to a new study published in..

September 28, 2011 with 0 Comments

Mother’s Diet Influences Baby’s Allergies

A possible link between what a mother eats during pregnancy and the risk of her child developing allergies has been identified in new..

September 8, 2011 with 0 Comments
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