January 7, 2013

Short & Sweet


Raise a glass—or not? Even one drink a day may raise the risk of cancer of the liver, throat, mouth, esophagus, larynx, pharynx, breast, colon, rectum, and liver.
http://www.newsmaxhealth.com/headline_health/one_drink_cancer_risk/2012/08/23/470292.html

Cocoa: Harvard researchers have concluded that cocoa consumption is associated with cardiovascular as well as other health benefits, due to three types of flavonoids: procyanidin, catechin, and epicatechin.
http://www.newsmaxhealth.com/headline_health/cocoa_health_benefits/2012/12/13/489866.html#ixzz2FHRUFhfw

The power of your own immune system: New research shows that the body's natural immune systems, comprised of both innate and adaptive components, work together to ward off disease without the need for antibody-producing vaccines.
http://www.naturalnews.com/035371_vaccine_theory_antibodies_viruses.html

Toxoplasma: A parasite spread by cats is infecting 1,000 new people every day in Britain – about 350,000 a year – according to an official assessment of the risks posed by toxoplasma, which can cause serious illness.

Kick your soda addiction—your body will thank you. The soft drinks many Americans drink morning, noon, and night play a big part in the obesity epidemic that experts call a looming health crisis. In addition, studies have also linked sodas to heart disease, diabetes, cancer, liver disease, osteoporosis, rotting teeth, and lung problems. And, “the major artificial sweeteners are associated with deadly, crippling diseases, including brain tumors, seizures, migraine headaches, and miscarriages."

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