Cancer Risk from Arsenic in Rice & Seaweed
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The Effects of Too Much Arsenic in the Diet
Even at low-level exposure, arsenic is not just a class I carcinogen, but may also...
Where Does the Arsenic in Rice, Mushrooms, & Wine Come From?
What happens when our crops are grown in soil contaminated with arsenic-based pesticides and arsenic...
Where Does the Arsenic in Chicken Come From?
What was the National Chicken Council’s response to public health authorities calling for the industry...
The Benefits of Açai vs. Blueberries for Artery Function
What are the effects of açai berries, cooked and raw blueberries, grapes, cocoa, green tea,...
The Antioxidant Effects of Açai vs. Apples
Açaí berries are touted for their antioxidant power, but does that translate into increased antioxidant...
How to Treat Heart Failure & Kidney Failure with Diet
One way a diet rich in animal-sourced foods like meat, eggs, and cheese may contribute...
The Role of Soy Foods in Prostate Cancer Prevention & Treatment
Soy is put to the test for the treatment of prostate cancer.
Fermented or Unfermented Soy Foods for Prostate Cancer Prevention?
Which appear more protective: fermented soy foods, such as miso and tempeh, or unfermented soy,...
The Best Supplement for Fibromyalgia
Vitamin D supplements are put to the test for fibromyalgia.
What Is the Ideal White Blood Cell Count?
Since white blood cell count is such a strong predictor of lifespan, what should we...
What Does a Low White Blood Cell Count Mean?
Since white blood cell count is a sign of systemic inflammation, it’s no surprise that...
