Health

Tomato juice was found to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol in people at risk of heart disease. The 481 Japanese participants in the study were provided with as much unsalted tomato juice as they wanted for a whole year. They kept…

The duo write: “Research shows higher intakes of tomatoes and tomato products reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol, increase HDL (good) cholesterol, and may lower blood pressure. “One review of studies also found lycopene decreased the risk of…

In hypertensive emergency, extremely high bp levels have caused damage to organs. An emergency hypertensive crisis can be associated with life-threatening complications. Associated symptoms of a crisis include chest pain, shortness of…

Lead study author Dr Victoria Miller, researcher at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University in the US, said: "Fruits and vegetables are a modifiable component of diet that can impact preventable deaths…

According to the non-profit Obesity Action Coalition (OAC), “The degree of insulin resistance and the incidence of type 2 diabetes is highest in a person with an “apple” shape. “These persons carry the majority of their excess body…

Curcumin has also been found to be beneficial for idea health in diabetics. This is important because diabetes is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. But studies have also suggested curcumin isn’t absorbed well on its own.…

The charity notes it’s important to remember these symptoms may be due to less serious medical conditions, but it’s best to check symptoms with your GP just to make sure. Tongue cancer risk factors While the exact cause of tongue cancer…

Whole grains have proven important for health for a number of reasons. One is they can help cut the risk of type 2 diabetes. The women cite: “A review of 16 studies found that eating three daily servings of whole grain reduced the…

Amino acids have a variety of benefits including helping to reduce insulin levels and breaking down fat to release energy. They also help with appetite suppression, promoting a healthy thyroid and reducing sugar cravings. There are…

Doctor Marilyn Glenville said: “Water retention is a common symptom and it can also add a kilo or so to your weight. "Many woman who suffer from water retention turn to diuretics such as dandelion or parsley. "The liver is part of the…