Cooked white mushroom consumption stimulates antibody production while potentially still playing an anti-inflammatory role.
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Flaxseed vs. Prostate CancerWhat happens when men with prostate cancer and prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) are placed on a relatively low-fat diet supplemented with ground flaxseeds?
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Salmonella in Chicken & Turkey: Deadly But Not IllegalHundreds of thousands of Americans are Salmonella poisoned by poultry every year, yet it remains legal to sell meat proven to be contaminated.
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Raisins vs. Jelly Beans for Athletic PerformanceRaisins may be preferable to sports supplement jelly beans and commercial energy gels.
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Do Fruit & Nut Bars Cause Weight Gain?Despite the caloric density of both nuts and dried fruit, they do not appear to lead to the expected weight gain.
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Prunes vs. Metamucil vs. Vegan DietThe average number of bowel movements a week is compared between those eating prunes, those taking a fiber supplement, and those eating a strictly plant-based diet.
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Dried Apples, Dates, Figs or Prunes for Cholesterol?A comparison of the cholesterol-lowering potential of four dried fruit—apples, dates, figs, and plums.
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Eggs vs. Cigarettes in AtherosclerosisA similar exponential increase in carotid artery plaque buildup was found for smokers and egg eaters.
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Herbal Tea Update: Rooibos & NettleRooibos (red) tea may reduce stress levels by suppressing adrenal gland function. Nettle tea is mineral rich but may have estrogenic side effects.
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Herbal Tea Update: HibiscusHibiscus tea elevates the antioxidant level of one's bloodstream within an hour of consumption.
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Treating Parkinson’s Disease With DietPlant-based diets in general and certain plant foods in particular may be used to successfully treat Parkinson's disease in part by boosting L-DOPA levels.
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Preventing Parkinson’s Disease With DietLow levels of neurotoxic chemicals in cheese may explain the connection between dairy product consumption and Parkinson's disease.
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Clinical Studies on Acai BerriesAn independent review of the effects of açaí berries was recently published, including studies on immune function, arthritis, and metabolic parameters.
