VIDA Findings Do Not Support Use of Vitamin D Supplements as Cancer Preventative
A post-hoc analysis of the VIDA study sought to determine if vitamin D levels influence risk for cancer and/or cancer prevention.
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Seeking Reliable Information on Herbal Products
What are some helpful Internet resources for reliable information about herbal products?
Complementary Medicine Use May Have Link to Increased Risk of Death in Cancer
A retrospective observational study revealed an association between complementary medicine use and patient adherence to conventional cancer treatment.
Vitamin B6 and B12 Supplements May Up Risk of Lung Cancer in Men
Vitamin B intake appears to be related to lung cancer risk, but only for men or male smokers.
More Support for Health Benefits of Chocolate Consumption
A component in cocoa seems to help control blood glucose and inflammation.
Diet Can Affect Aggressiveness of Prostate Cancer
Research also suggests that statins may help counteract harmful effect of fatty foods
Higher Vitamin D Levels Lower Risk of Cancer in Women
Higher serum levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) correlated with a reduced risk of cancer in women.
Broccoli Compound May Improve Efficacy of Cancer Prodrug
Sulforaphane, found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower and kale, may increase the susceptibility of a subset of cancer to prodrug treatments while avoiding harm to normal tissues.
Coffee Consumption May Be Associated With Lower CRC Risk
Coffee consumption may be associated with CRC risk, with drinking more than 2.5 servings per day being associated with a 54% lower risk of developing the disease.
AHA: Daily Tea Consumption May Boost Cardiovascular Health
Regular tea drinkers had fewer heart attacks, and had less calcium build-up in their arteries.
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