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Plants vs. Pesticides

Michael Greger M.D. — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 11:29:29 +0000

Phytonutrients found in certain foods may protect against the toxic effects of industrial pollutants such as dioxin and DDT, suggesting a dual role for plant-based diets to reduce both exposure and subsequent damage.

Treating Gorlin Syndrome With Green Tea

Michael Greger M.D. — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 11:40:29 +0000

Gorlin Syndrome, also known as basal cell nevus syndrome, is a rare genetic condition in which one's body becomes covered in skin cancers. An astounding case is reported of a woman suffering from the syndrome whose cancer progression was apparently reversed with topical green tea body wraps.

Dangerous Advice From Health Food Store Employees

Michael Greger M.D. — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 12:00:55 +0000

Employees in natural food stores have been caught giving advice that is not only scientifically baseless, but also risky and downright dangerous.

Amyloid and Apple Juice

Michael Greger M.D. — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 13:00:44 +0000

Ginger and apple juice appear to protect human nerve cells from the neurotoxic Alzheimer's plaque protein amyloid Beta in a petri dish.

Convergence of Evidence

justin — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 02:23:11 +0000

The Healthiest Beverage

justin — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 03:49:45 +0000

A recipe for making the healthiest beverage even healthier

Healthy Pumpkin Pie

justin — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 14:40:41 +0000

Recipe for incorporating antioxidant-packed spices into one's diet.

The Healthiest Beverage

justin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:21:23 +0000

Drinking five cups of green tea every day may extend one's lifespan.

The Healthiest Fruits

justin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:16:51 +0000

The wonders of berries.