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Top Five Foods for Optimum Health

  By ironman45 | December 18, 2012 - 8:14 pm | Anti aging, cold/flu/immunity
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Consumers today know that it is healthier—and far more cost-efficient—to prevent the development of chronic conditions in the first place rather than treating them as they come. Along with physical activity, a healthy diet is one of the most powerful weapons in this fight. The vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, beneficial fats and other substances in certain foods and drinks can help maintain optimal function for the human body.

Certain items in the kitchen may be more nutrient-packed than others. Here are five of the most beneficial. (more…)

The effect of curcumin (turmeric) on Alzheimer’s disease: An overview

  By ironman45 | September 17, 2011 - 6:57 pm | alzheimers, Must read, parkinson's
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his paper discusses the effects of curcumin on patients with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Curcumin (Turmeric), an ancient Indian herb used in curry powder, has been extensively studied in modern medicine and Indian systems of medicine for the treatment of various medical conditions, including cystic fibrosis, haemorrhoids, gastric ulcer, colon cancer, breast cancer, atherosclerosis, liver diseases and arthritis. (more…)

The Curry Spice Curcumin Reduces Oxidative Damage and Amyloid Pathology in an Alzheimer Transgenic Mouse

  By ironman45 | September 17, 2011 - 5:01 pm | alzheimers, parkinson's
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    In summary, at the relatively low, 160 ppm dose, curcumin significantly suppressed the inflammatory cytokine IL-1β and the astrocytic inflammatory marker GFAP, reduced oxidative damage, and decreased overall insoluble amyloid, soluble amyloid, and plaque burden.

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Antioxidant-rich spices counter high-fat foods

  By ironman45 | August 30, 2011 - 5:33 pm | food, weight loss
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Scientists at Pennsylvania State University have recently conducted a study to investigate how spices, such as cinnamon, oregano, basil and turmeric, can influence the blood levels of unhealthy fats. Published in the prestigious Journal Of Nutrition, their research reveals that the regular consumption of fresh, or freshly ground spices, can effectively reduce the body’s negative response to eating high-fat foods. (more…)

Safe and Effective Alternative to Motrin for Arthritis

  By ironman45 | July 12, 2011 - 9:30 pm | arthritis, Pain relief
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A human study has determined that turmeric extracts are as efficacious and safe as (if not safer than) ibuprofen for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis.

More than 100 patients with primary knee osteoarthritis received either ibuprofen or turmeric extracts each day for 6 weeks. At the end of the period, improvement in pain on level walking, pain on stairs, and functions of knee were assessed. (more…)

Curcumin Naturally Fights Cancer, Heart Disease, Alzheimer`s Disease and Obesity

  By ironman45 | May 17, 2011 - 6:12 am | alzheimers, cancer cures, heart disease, Must read, weight loss
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Curcumin is one of a small number of super nutrients which has the demonstrated ability to dramatically lower the risk from cancer, heart disease and Alzheimer`s disease and has been shown to influence the storage of body fat by altering fat metabolism. Curcumin is a natural polyphenol which is extracted from curry powder and has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. You can experience a multitude of health benefits by eating the spice in its natural form or by supplementing with a concentrated extract of active curcuminoids.

Curcumin in the Fight against Cancer (more…)