Study looks at which foods prevent cancer vs. those that contribute to it

(Natural News) One of the key challenges in preventing cancers and other chronic diseases is helping consumers make healthier food choices. For this reason, some countries are considering implementing a simplified labeling system that informs consumers of the nutritional quality of food products. The Nutri-Score is France’s official nutrition label, but it remains optional as per European… … Read more

Polyphenols in plum exhibit anticancer properties

(Natural News) Researchers at Texas A&M University looked at the potential of plum (Prunus salicina L.) polyphenols in fighting cancer. They published their findings in the journal Nutrition Research. The nutritional prevention of aberrant crypt foci, which are microscopic lesions in the lining of the colon and rectum, by polyphenols may be a crucial step… … Read more

Anticancer activity of doxorubicin can be enhanced with Caesalpinia spinosa

(Natural News) Researchers from Colombia evaluated extracts from Caesalpinia spinosa, commonly known as spiny holdback tree, for their antitumor activities and to see if the plant can be a possible adjuvant to conventional chemotherapy medicine. Their findings were published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. Cancer stem cells (CSC) are the primary cell type responsible for metastasis and… … Read more

Study looks at which foods prevent cancer and which contribute to it

(Natural News) One of the key challenges in preventing cancers and other chronic diseases is helping consumers make healthier food choices. For this reason, some countries are considering implementing a simplified labeling system that informs consumers of the nutritional quality of food products. The Nutri-Score is France’s official nutrition label, but it remains optional as per European… … Read more

Mung beans offer a natural alternative to increase soil organic carbon in crops

(Natural News) A recent study supported by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research found that mung beans (Vigna radiata) could be used to improve crop yield in certain crop rotation systems. This finding, which appeared in the Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, revealed that the legume, when used as a soil amendment, can boost soil organic carbon levels… … Read more

Acceptance is key: Science shows being kind to yourself makes you stronger, healthier

(Natural News) It’s normal to have a bad day (or two), but when things aren’t going your way, do you criticize yourself or do you tell yourself you can do better next time? According to a unique study, practicing self-love doesn’t just improve your psychological well-being, it also benefits your physical health. The study, which was… … Read more

Hong Kong protesters tear-gassed by police as tensions spiral over extradition bill – ABC News

Hong Kong protesters tear-gassed by police as tensions spiral over extradition bill  ABC News Hong Kong protests: Live updates  CNN Protesters in Hong Kong calling for new demonstrations over extradition proposal  ABC News Hong Kong’s Moment of Reckoning  Bloomberg Hong Kong’s identity as a city of rights and freedom is under threat – so we protest  The Guardian View full … Read more

Trump boasted about his ‘secret’ deal with Mexico while waving a piece of paper explaining exactly how it works – Business Insider

Trump boasted about his ‘secret’ deal with Mexico while waving a piece of paper explaining exactly how it works  Business Insider A Post photographer snapped an image of Trump’s alleged secret Mexico deal. Here’s what it says.  The Washington Post Trump reveals Mexico migrant plan by waving document around  BBC News What’s clear about the Donald Trump-Mexico deal … Read more