The polyphenol curcumin, which is responsible for the bright orange-yellow color of turmeric (Curcuma longa), appears to have preventative and therapeutic effects against various types of cancers. Over 4,500 published peer-reviewed studies have shown curcumin to prevent cancer progression through a ...

Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in the U.S., next only to skin cancer. Although breast cancer deaths have declined in recent years, it is still the second leading cause of cancer death among women. According to ...

Consuming broccoli can protect against liver cancer and stop the development of fatty liver in its tracks, according to a paper published in Oncology Research Featuring Preclinical and Clinical Cancer Therapeutics. The paper cited the compound sulforaphane as the main substance responsible ...

Many people are already aware of the bone-protective effects of vitamin D, but did you also know that the “sunlight nutrient” protects against cancer? Researchers from the German Cancer Research Center (GCRC) put together a new study about it showing ...

Cancer is often a serious health condition and not everyone recovers even with medication and various treatments. But a woman who struggled with myeloma or blood cancer for years successfully recovered from her condition using turmeric, a well-known superfood with potent ...

Onions are a culinary favorite because they give various savory dishes a delicious flavor boost. If you love onions, here’s more good news for you. Research has already proven that onions are potent cancer-fighting foods. But certain onions have more anticancer health ...

Berries are known for their deliciously sweet and tart flavors. Many studies have also shown that these superfruits reign supreme for a reason. According to two decades of research, berries possess cancer-preventive properties. Their high content of potent antioxidants helps protect cells ...

Frankincense has been used as a natural remedy by various cultures for thousands of years. Ancient Egyptians used frankincense as an insect repellant, a perfume and a salve, while ancient Greeks and Romans used it as a remedy for various conditions. ...

Many people, especially those following a vegan diet, usually consume edible mushrooms to fulfill their bodies’ protein needs. However, a study from March 2021 found another benefit of including mushrooms in the daily diet. A team of scientists discovered that ...

In the fields of science and medicine, plants are not only valued because of their capacity to prevent and treat diseases, but also because they produce active compounds that have the potential to be developed into new medicines. A large number of drugs ...