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08/25/2018 / By Ralph Flores

From superfood to superspice: Latest health trends focus on the benefits of spices like cumin, turmeric, cayenne and cinnamon

The next best thing in food may very well be your spice rack. No longer just used for seasoning, spices are being recognized for their therapeutic value. In an article that appeared in the Daily Mail, six spices have been dubbed as the “in” food for 2018, with scientific literature to back them up: Turmeric – […]

07/11/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Fermented turmeric prevents memory loss caused by oxidative stress and inflammation

Turmeric is a pretty powerful superfood on its own. As a fermented food product, it gains the power of probiotics as well. A Korean study showed that fermented turmeric can prevent memory loss that stems from oxidative stress and inflammation of key brain cells. Alzheimer’s disease is just one of the many neurodegenerative diseases that […]

06/10/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Curcumin improves bone-growing capabilities of 3D-printed ceramic scaffolds

Researchers from Washington State University (WSU) have proven that it is possible to combine natural remedies with advanced biomedical devices, using curcumin to augment the ability of ceramic bone scaffolds to stimulate bone growth. Susmita Bose, Herman and Brita Lindholm Endowed Chair Professor in WSU’s School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, and her team coated 3D printed ceramic […]

05/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

New curcumin formulation provides a significant boost to bioavailability

Scientists have discovered a new formulation for curcumin: In a study, they found that using a gamma-cyclodextrin formulation in curcumin supplements could give a significant boost to its bioavailability. Researchers from The University of Tampa in the U.S. and the Western Sydney University and the University of New South Wales in Australia, together with the consulting company Increnovo, evaluated new curcumin formulations to discover […]

03/28/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Turmeric and omega 3s can cure diabetes – but you’ll never hear that from your doctor

Have you ever wondered why diseases like diabetes remain so difficult to treat despite all the incredible advances seen in modern medicine? It’s a common question, but you’ve already missed the point just by asking it. That’s because the solution to diabetes is not found in modern medicine at all. Instead, nature has the answer […]

03/18/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Efficacy and safety of lowering blood lipid levels and cardiovascular risks with turmeric and curcumin

A study that was published last year in Nutrition Journal covered the cardiovascular benefits of turmeric and curcumin. As per the study authors, both turmeric and curcumin can protect patients who are at risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Electronic databases were combed through for English-language clinical studies that focused on turmeric, curcumin, cholesterol, triglycerides, and […]

01/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Health experts discuss the supplements they take and why – are they right for you?

Despite Big Pharma naysayers, the health benefits offered by supplements are backed by scientific facts. However, it can be daunting when you’re trying to decide which of the 29,000 supplements that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved is right for you. In an article published in the Daily Mail, experts narrowed down the choices to […]

10/22/2017 / By Earl Garcia

Prostate cancer ELIMINATED by combination of powerful nutrients in apple peels, turmeric root and grape skins

A recent study published in Precision Oncology revealed that a potent combination of compounds from turmeric root, apple peels, and grapes help keep prostate cancer at bay. To carry out the study, a team of health experts at the University of Texas at Austin identified 142 natural compounds that may potentially fend off the disease. The […]

09/15/2017 / By Frances Bloomfield

Turmeric confirmed again to dramatically reduce aches and pains in joints

Turmeric is a superfood that has long been hailed for its numerous health benefits, which many people swear by. English television presenter and journalist Kate Quilton may be the latest person to join that ever-growing roster. On Aug. 28, 2017, Quilton dedicated an entire segment of her show “Superfoods: The Real Story” to discuss the […]

08/11/2017 / By Kristine Payne

The six health benefits of turmeric

Once a prized ingredient in the cuisine of India and Pakistan, turmeric (Curcuma longa) has since gained worldwide renown as a potent superfood. This peppery-tasting, golden-hued spice has multiple health benefits that make it a worthy addition to any diet. Regular consumption of turmeric can give your overall health a much-needed boost by: Aiding digestion: […]

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