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Wednesday, April 27th, 2011

Will Power(photo)
In our present time, you’d be surprised to know that the placebo effect is still a scam treatment. Unawareness and even desperation are reasons why many are bitten by its claims. The placebo effect maintains to cure depression, Parkinson’s disease, inflammatory reactions and even cancer.

A placebo is an inert or inactive substance usually made from saline solution, sugar or starch with no known pharmacological action. People suffering from diseases believe that these substances can cure or alleviate their maladies. Surprisingly, 30-40 percent of patients relate that their pains and aches are relieved. more…

Wednesday, April 20th, 2011

kissing misletoe(photo)
The fascination with mistletoe began centuries ago. From the ages of time, the Druids utilized mistletoe in many religious rituals. Rightly so, the translation of mistletoe is “all healer.” The tradition of kissing under a sprig of mistletoe at Christmas dated back to Viking mythology. The plant consequently became a symbol of love. more…

Thursday, April 14th, 2011

pump iron_women(photo)
We dream of a more muscular physique. Pumping iron makes us feel great. Now, there’s more reason to do so.
We don’t need to be a bodybuilder to gain the benefits of a larger muscle mass. Surely, use of illegal drugs to build muscle mass destroys the effect. Cancer will use these substances to their advantage. I’m talking here of a new research study which revealed that increasing muscle mass lowers risk of cancer deaths as much as 40%. This really is amazing! more…

Wednesday, April 06th, 2011

FE UNKNOWN FROSH10 RAINEY LD 1(photo)
We are what we eat! Food greatly affects our risks in developing certain types of cancer. It’s obvious. High energy and high fat diets lead to obesity and increase our risk for some cancers. Needless to say, a plant based diet rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains may help prevent cancer. more…