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Cancer

Dietary Cholesterol Increases Colon Cancer Risk

For many years studies have suggested that a high animal fat diet (with the exception of fish), has been linked to higher rates of colon cancer. Researchers have discovered mechanisms that explain how higher levels of animal fat ingestion increase colon cancer risk. As an example, high animal fat consumption

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Celiac Disease

Is Celiac Disease Often Under Diagnosed?

Table of Contents Introduction Celiac disease is an autoimmune inflammatory condition of the small intestine. It is also known as non-tropical sprue, endemic sprue, gluten enteropathy or gluten-sensitive enteropathy, and gluten intolerance.  It is important to keep in mind that while the disease is caused by a reaction to wheat

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Diet

Essential Fats: The Secret to Soft, Smooth Skin

Table of Contents Introduction One of the best kept secrets to smooth and soft skin in the health and beauty world is nutritional supplementation with the right dosage and combination of essential oils (flaxseed oil, borage oil and fish oil). It is a surefire way to enhance the softness and

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Cancer

Does Omega-3 Fats Display Anti-Breast Cancer Effects?

Over many years we have seen studies suggesting that omega-3 fats can help prevent various types of cancer. Human observational studies have shown this (Epidemiological studies), as well experimental studies with animals.  Omega-3 fats are converted by the cells of the body into mini-hormones called prostaglandin series-3 (PG-3). Once formed

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Diet

How is Coumadin different from Plavix?

Table of Contents What is warfarin? Warfarin is a synthetic derivative of coumarin, a chemical found naturally in many plants, notably woodruff (Galium odoratum, Rubiaceae) Mechanism Of Action – Coumadin (crystalline warfarin sodium) and Warfarin are anticoagulants which act by inhibiting vitamin K-dependent coagulation factors. More Details – Inhibits vitamin

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