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Archive for January, 2009

Caffeine affects men more than women -

A strong cup of coffee has more effect on men than on women. This is the result of a study done at the University of Barcelona.
668 Students at the University were examined in this study for the effects of drinking a cup of coffee. The researchers measured the ability to concentrate of the test subjects […]

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Oregano works against MRSA -

The essential oil of a type of oregano that grows in the Himalaya mountains has strong anti bacterial properties. It can even kill the super bacteria MRSA.
When this oil can be put into hand soaps or cleaning products, this could help hospitals to get rid of this MRSA (Methicilline Resistente Staphylococcus Aureus) bacteria. This discovery […]

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Eating insects prevents high blood pressure -

The eating of insects helps against high blood pressure. This is the result of a research done at the University of Gent. The insects contain a protein with the exact same effects as medication against hypertension.
Consuming insects as food is a tradition that is found in Asia, Middle and South America and in Africa. […]

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Broccoli and cauliflower reduce cancer risk -

Heavy smokers have less chance of getting cancer if they eat raw vegetables, like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and sprouts. The risk for cancer reduces with 20 to 50 percent, say American researchers.
The scientists also added that the results of their research are not conclusive enough to give nutritional advice. “If you smoke long enough, nothing […]

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