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Turmeric: Medicinal Benefits

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Saturday, January 11, 2020, In : Health & Medical

What is Turmeric?

Turmeric is a spice produced by turmeric plant that has a bitter taste. The plant grows more in Asia and Central America. Turmeric contains an active ingredient called curcumin which is yellow in color and sometimes used to flavor or color foods. The big thing about turmeric is that the curcumin content has strong anti-inflammatory, antimutagenic, antimicrobial, anticancer, and antioxidant properties. These medicinal properties can be useful in managing many diseases such a...

The Risk of Eating Red Meat

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Friday, June 28, 2019, In : Health & Medical

The RISK OF EATING RED MEAT

FYI: This article was written by Brian Pastorino and originally published by the Pacific Union Recorder of May 2019

A new study out of Loma Linda University Health suggests that eating red and processed meats—even in small amounts—may increase the risk of death from all causes, especially cardiovascular disease.

Saeed Mastour Alshahrani, lead author of the study and a doctoral student at Loma Linda University School of Public Health, said the research fills ...

The Lethal Pancreas

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Saturday, May 5, 2018, In : Health & Medical

It is not my intention to discourage you with this story because I believe life needs to be enjoyed to its fullest. But I also like to be real and call it the way it is with factual information. This blog is motivated by what I’ve noticed going on recently within our community and healthcare in general. First of all, an important question needs to be asked; why should people lose their lives prematurely as if life is nothing to be tossed like garbage? Recently a 41-year-old woman lost her ...

Strategies to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Sunday, May 15, 2016, In : Health & Medical

There are useful and effective strategies that help to prevent or reduce your chances of getting cancer. We know that nothing is absolute and in this life nothing can actually be guaranteed as far as health and sickness is concerned. Butt what we can do is listen and follow the direction of the experts in healthcare and do whatever is necessary in order to prevent getting the disease of Cancer. The following steps are advised and supported by the world health organization for you to follow in...
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Vitamin D - Are you deficient? Is it Important?

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, In : Health & Medical

Here's an information you may need about vitamin D. This article was sponsored by the American Cancer Society and was reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD.

The Truth About Vitamin D

Vitamin D: Wonder Pill or Overkill?

Wouldn’t it be great if one vitamin could build stronger bones and protect against diabetes, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, and depression? Or even help you lose weight? Researchers have high hopes for vitamin...

Prostate Cancer - A brief review

Posted by Dr G [GNN] on Tuesday, May 19, 2015, In : Health & Medical

This review of Prostate cancer is by Dr Sheldon Marks, MD, a specialist in Prostate cancer.

Understanding Prostate Cancer -- the Basics

What Is the Prostate?

The prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system. It makes most of the semen that carries sperm. The walnut-sized gland is located beneath the bladder and surrounds the upper part of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder.

Prostate cancer is a major he...

Eight Ways to Lower Your Risk of Cancer

Posted by Godfrey on Monday, June 3, 2013, In : Health & Medical

Hello, below is an informational article which may help you lower the chances of getting cancer. Knowledge is very important and the more we know the better for us. It is important that we live a quality lifestyle instead of burning ourselves and ultimately endangering our lives. This article is originally from the cancer center, written by Gina shaw and reviewed by Laura Martin.
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