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An aromatic tomato could be looming — a la heirloom varieties

May 20, 2022 Filed Under: Health

You can scarcely find a tasty, heirloom tomato in the grocery store. But University of Florida scientists helped discover a way to enhance tomato smell and … [Read More...]

How cranberries could improve memory and ward off dementia

May 20, 2022 Filed Under: Health

Adding cranberries to your diet could help improve memory and brain function, and lower 'bad' cholesterol -- according to new research from the University of … [Read More...]

Dietary Ginger May Work Against Cancer Growth

May 12, 2022 Filed Under: Cancer

The substance that gives ginger its flavor appears to inhibit the growth of human colorectal cancer cells, according to research at the University of … [Read More...]

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Vitamin D twice a day may keep vertigo away

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Cutting calories and eating at the right time of day leads to longer life in mice

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Maximizing The Anti-Cancer Power Of Broccoli

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An aromatic tomato could be looming — a la heirloom varieties

May 20, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

You can scarcely find a tasty, heirloom tomato in the grocery store. But University of Florida scientists helped discover a way to enhance tomato smell and … [Read More...]

How cranberries could improve memory and ward off dementia

May 20, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Adding cranberries to your diet could help improve memory and brain function, and lower 'bad' cholesterol -- according to new research from the University of … [Read More...]

Dietary Ginger May Work Against Cancer Growth

May 12, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The substance that gives ginger its flavor appears to inhibit the growth of human colorectal cancer cells, according to research at the University of … [Read More...]

Vitamin D twice a day may keep vertigo away

May 12, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Taking vitamin D and calcium twice a day may reduce your chances of getting vertigo again, according to a study published in the August 5, 2020, online issue … [Read More...]

Cutting calories and eating at the right time of day leads to longer life in mice

May 8, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

One recipe for longevity is simple, if not easy to follow: eat less. Studies in a variety of animals have shown that restricting calories can lead to a longer, … [Read More...]

Maximizing The Anti-Cancer Power Of Broccoli

May 2, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

University of Illinois researcher Elizabeth Jeffery has learned how to maximize the cancer-fighting power of broccoli. It involves heating broccoli just enough … [Read More...]

Seven hours of sleep is optimal in middle and old age, say researchers

May 1, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Seven hours is the ideal amount of sleep for people in their middle age and upwards, with too little or too much little sleep associated with poorer cognitive … [Read More...]

A single course of antibiotics affects the gut microbiota of infants

April 30, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A study recently completed at the University of Helsinki revealed that the fungal microbiota in the gut is more abundant and diverse in children treated with … [Read More...]

Microplastics found deep in the lungs of living humans for the first time

April 30, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A team of researchers from the University of Hull and Castle Hill Hospital, both in the U.K., has identified minute particles of plastic in lung tissue removed … [Read More...]

Nylon cooking bags, plastic-lined cups can release nanoparticles into liquids

April 26, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Nylon cooking bags and plastic-lined cardboard cups are conveniences many people rely on, but a new study in ACS' Environmental Science & … [Read More...]

How a deadly fungus evades the immune system

April 26, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

New research from the University of Toronto has scientists re-thinking how a lethal fungus grows and kills immune cells. The study hints at a new approach to … [Read More...]

Consuming Canned Soups Ups BPA Levels

April 18, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health found that a group of volunteers who consumed a serving of canned soup each day for five consecutive days … [Read More...]

Eating two servings of avocados a week linked to lower risk of cardiovascular disease

April 16, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Eating two or more servings of avocado weekly was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, and substituting avocado for certain fat-containing … [Read More...]

Animal Study Demonstrates How Triclosan Can Trigger Gut Inflammation

April 15, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Scientists have identified bacteria and specific bacterial enzymes that trigger harmful effects of triclosan, an antimicrobial agent found in thousands of … [Read More...]

Artificial sweeteners may promote antibiotic resistance

April 13, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Common artificial sweeteners such as saccharine and aspartame could speed up the spread of antibiotic resistance, according to University of Queensland … [Read More...]

Daily Cranberry Consumption Improves Cardiovascular Function

April 12, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A new clinical trial found daily consumption of cranberries for one month improved cardiovascular function in healthy men. The new study, published today … [Read More...]

Deadly Deceit: Low-level Radiation, High-level Cover-up

April 11, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Discusses the health impact of low level radiation from nuclear power plants, and argues that government and industry have been concealing the release of … [Read More...]

Good news for grilling: Black pepper helps limit cancerous compounds in meat

April 10, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A Kansas State University researcher recently discovered that a commonly used spice is a champion at reducing carcinogenic compounds in grilled meats. J. … [Read More...]

Chemical found in leafy greens shown to slow growth of COVID-19 and common cold viruses

April 10, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers at Johns Hopkins Children's Center report evidence from lab experiments that a chemical derived from a compound found abundantly in broccoli and … [Read More...]

Good news for coffee lovers: Daily coffee may benefit the heart

April 3, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Drinking coffee -- particularly two to three cups a day -- is not only associated with a lower risk of heart disease and dangerous heart rhythms but also with … [Read More...]

Eating prunes may help protect against bone loss in older women

April 2, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

It's already well known that prunes are good for your gut, but new Penn State research suggests they may be good for bone health, too. In a research review, … [Read More...]

Higher Olive Oil Intake Reduces Risk of Total and Cause-Specific Mortality

March 1, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Consuming more than 7 grams of olive oil per day is associated with lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, cancer mortality, neurodegenerative disease … [Read More...]

Meat Consumption is Positively Associated with Life Expectancy

March 1, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A team of scientists from Australia, Italy, Poland and Switzerland has examined the association between meat intake and life expectancy at a population level … [Read More...]

World’s Largest Adverse Events Database Maintained By The WHO

February 6, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

VigiBase is the unique WHO global database of reported potential side effects of medicinal products. It is the largest database of its kind in the world, … [Read More...]

Research on ‘Iceman’ Wim Hof suggests it may be possible to influence autonomic nervous system and immune response

February 6, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

At the Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, professor of experimental intensive care medicine Dr. Peter Pickkers and his team have performed research on … [Read More...]

5-minute breathing workout lowers blood pressure as much as exercise, drugs

February 6, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Working out just five minutes daily via a practice described as "strength training for your breathing muscles" lowers blood pressure and improves some measures … [Read More...]

The Most Dangerous Book Ever Published: Deadly Deception Exposed!

February 3, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

"In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act."George Orwell. In seventy-eight essays, seven prominent social critics question … [Read More...]

Compound in fruit peels halts damage and spurs neuronal repair in multiple sclerosis

January 23, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Multiple sclerosis (MS), characterized by increasing muscle weakness and paralysis, has a number of treatments that help stall progression of the disease when … [Read More...]

Mapping the musical mind

January 23, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers in Japan used magnetic resonance imaging to study the brains of secondary school students during a task focused on musical observation. They found … [Read More...]

Scientists dive deep into the different effects of morning and evening exercise

January 16, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

It is well established that exercise improves health, and recent research has shown that exercise benefits the body in different ways, depending on the time of … [Read More...]

Scientists discover chemical which can kill glioblastoma cells

January 9, 2022 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Aggressive brain tumour cells taken from patients self-destructed after being exposed to a chemical in laboratory tests, researchers have shown. The study … [Read More...]

Clinical trial indicates monoclonal antibody lowered hospitalizations and emergency visits

December 26, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

COVID-19 (coronavirus) patients who were administered a novel antibody had fewer symptoms and were less likely to require hospitalization or emergency medical … [Read More...]

Pandemia: How Coronavirus Hysteria Took Over Our Government, Rights, and Lives

December 4, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The most important fact about the coronavirus pandemic that turned the world upside down in 2020 is that our response to it has been an epic overreaction driven … [Read More...]

Curry: Curcumin offers potential therapy for cancers caused by HPV

December 2, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Curcumin, an antioxidant found in the curry spice turmeric, has been found to slow or limit the activity of the HPV virus, which causes oral and cervical … [Read More...]

A fermented-food diet increases microbiome diversity and lowers inflammation, study finds

December 2, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A diet rich in fermented foods enhances the diversity of gut microbes and decreases molecular signs of inflammation, according to researchers at the Stanford … [Read More...]

Why high-dose vitamin C kills cancer cells

November 28, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Vitamin C has a patchy history as a cancer therapy, but researchers at the University of Iowa believe that is because it has often been used in a way that … [Read More...]

Mozart may reduce seizure frequency in people with epilepsy

November 28, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A new clinical research study by Dr. Marjan Rafiee and Dr. Taufik Valiante of the Krembil Brain Institute at Toronto Western Hospital, part of University Health … [Read More...]

A pinch of baking soda for better vision?

November 28, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Bicarbonate (baking soda) makes sparkling water sparkle, causes bread to rise, absorbs odors and can be used for cleaning all sorts of stuff, including your … [Read More...]

Precise reason for health benefits of dark chocolate: Thank hungry gut microbes

November 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The health benefits of eating dark chocolate have been extolled for centuries, but the exact reason has remained a mystery -- until now. Researchers have just … [Read More...]

Fries with a side of acrylamide

November 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

French fry lovers, beware! You may be exposed to a chemical more commonly associated with heavy industry than crispy fried potatoes. Fortunately, researchers … [Read More...]

Woolsey Fire & Santa Susana Field Lab Documentary: ‘In the Dark of the Valley’

November 18, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

MSNBC will widely share the stories of local community members, activists, and parents in a brilliantly produced and acclaimed documentary entitled In the Dark … [Read More...]

Friendly bacteria love the humble apple

November 16, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Why does an apple a day keep the doctor away? New research published in the open access journal BMC Microbiology contributes to our understanding of … [Read More...]

Blood metabolites associated with coffee consumption may affect kidney disease risk

November 16, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Food and beverages may have important effects on kidney health, but the potential biological mechanisms involved are often unclear. New research … [Read More...]

Thyroid cancer, genetic variations, cell phones linked in new study

November 10, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Radiation from cell phones is associated with higher rates of thyroid cancer among people with genetic variations in specific genes, a new study led by the Yale … [Read More...]

Air pollution: The silent killer called PM 2.5

November 9, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Millions of people die prematurely every year from diseases and cancer caused by air pollution. The first line of defence against this carnage is ambient air … [Read More...]

The Most Detailed Map of Cancer-Causing Industrial Air Pollution in the U.S.

November 5, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

This story was originally published by ProPublica. by Lylla Younes, Ava Kofman, Al Shaw and Lisa Song, with additional reporting by Maya Miller, Poison in … [Read More...]

Getting the most out of spinach: Maximizing the antioxidant lutein

November 4, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Eat your spinach in the form of a smoothie or juice -- this is the best way to obtain the antioxidant lutein, according to research from Linköping University, … [Read More...]

Honey A Better Option For Childhood Cough Than Over The Counter Medications

October 30, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A new study by a Penn State College of Medicine research team found that honey may offer parents an effective and safe alternative than over the counter … [Read More...]

Use of PFAS in cosmetics ‘widespread,’ new study finds

October 30, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Many cosmetics sold in the United States and Canada likely contain high levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), a potentially toxic class of … [Read More...]

Rye a better choice than wheat for weight loss

October 24, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Eating whole grain rye products instead of refined wheat alternatives can offer worthwhile health benefits. Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, … [Read More...]

Could A Pint Of Cider Help Keep The Doctor Away?

October 23, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The saying goes that an apple a day keeps the doctor away but now scientists at the University of Glasgow are looking into whether a pint of cider could have … [Read More...]

incrEDIBLE Edible Spoons – Crunchy Eco Friendly Alternative to Compostable Cutlery

October 23, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Incredible Eats is on a mission to remove plastic waste from the ocean. By 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in our oceans (by weight). You can help … [Read More...]

Parkinson’s disease linked to gene targeted by blue-green algae toxin

October 22, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Scientists have discovered a possible link between Parkinson’s disease and a gene impacted by a neurotoxin found in blue-green algae. University of … [Read More...]

CBD reduces plaque, improves cognition in model of familial Alzheimer’s

October 22, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A two-week course of high doses of CBD helps restore the function of two proteins key to reducing the accumulation of beta-amyloid plaque, a hallmark of … [Read More...]

The Bleeding Edge – A searing exposé of the medical device industry

October 17, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

This eye-opening look at the fast-growing medical device industry reveals how the rush to innovate can lead to devastating consequences for patients. The … [Read More...]

Screening truffles for radioactivity 30 years from Chernobyl

October 17, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Some forest mushrooms, such as wild porcini, can accumulate dangerous levels of radioactivity from the soils they grow in. But until now it was unclear if the … [Read More...]

Solving mystery of rare cancers directly caused by HIV

October 15, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

For nearly a decade, scientists have known that HIV integrates itself into genes in cells that have the potential to cause cancer. And when this happens in … [Read More...]

Sunlight plus lime juice makes drinking water safer

October 8, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Looking for an inexpensive and effective way to quickly improve the quality of your drinking water? According to a team of researchers from the Johns Hopkins … [Read More...]

Sticking to low-fat dairy may not be the only heart healthy option

September 30, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

New research amongst the world's biggest consumers of dairy foods has shown that those with higher intakes of dairy fat -- measured by levels of fatty acids in … [Read More...]

Sunlight exposure guidelines may need to be revised

September 29, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Previously published solar exposure guidelines for optimal vitamin D synthesis based on a study of skin samples may need to be revised, according to new … [Read More...]

Dr. Mary’s Monkey: How the Unsolved Murder of a Doctor, a Secret Laboratory in New Orleans and Cancer-Causing Monkey Viruses are Linked to Lee Harvey … Assassination and Emerging Global Epidemics

September 24, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The bizarre death of this nationally known cancer researcher sets the stage for this gripping exposé of medical professionals enmeshed in covert government … [Read More...]

Crops near Chernobyl still contaminated

September 23, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Crops grown near Chernobyl are still contaminated due to the 1986 nuclear accident, new research shows. Scientists analysed grains including wheat, rye, … [Read More...]

Massage stones help scientists uncover role of prefrontal cortex in sensory perception

September 20, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

An image of a beautiful beach conjures up certain sensations -- one can imagine the warmth of the sun as it caresses the skin, and the sound of the water as … [Read More...]

Immune-boosting role of vitamins D, C, E, zinc, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids: Could they help against COVID-19?

September 19, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The effects of vitamins C, D, E, zinc, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids on the immune system and the possible benefits to those suffering from COVID-19 are … [Read More...]

PFAS exposure can affect women’s ability to breastfeed

September 18, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Women with higher levels of PFAS in their system may be 20% more likely to stop breastfeeding early, according to a new study published in the Endocrine … [Read More...]

Are there Disinfection Byproducts (DBPs) in that cup of tea?

September 18, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Surpassed only by water, tea is the second most consumed beverage worldwide. When boiled tap water is used to brew tea, residual chlorine in the water can react … [Read More...]

The Big Bamboozle: 9/11 and the War on Terror

September 17, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

From the perspective of a Boeing 767 captain and former "special activities" contract pilot, Philip Marshall straps the reader into the cockpits of hijacked … [Read More...]

Probiotic-containing yogurt protects against microbiome changes that lead to antibiotic-induced diarrhea

September 16, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Eating yogurt containing a particular strain of a well-studied probiotic appears to protect against harmful changes in the gut microbiome that are associated … [Read More...]

First randomized trial of remdesivir suggests antiviral drug is not associated with significant clinical benefits, more research needed

September 9, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Treatment with the antiviral drug remdesivir does not speed recovery from COVID-19 compared with placebo in hospitalised patients who are critically ill, … [Read More...]

Sunlight offers surprise benefit: It energizes infection fighting T cells

September 6, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Sunlight allows us to make vitamin D, credited with healthier living, but a surprise research finding could reveal another powerful benefit of getting some … [Read More...]

Blocking sugar structures on viruses and tumor cells

September 5, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The laboratory directed by Arne Skerra, Professor of Biological Chemistry, has its focus on designing artificial binding proteins for therapeutic applications. … [Read More...]

Study shows promise in repairing damaged myelin

September 5, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A scientific breakthrough provides new hope for millions of people living with multiple sclerosis. Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University have … [Read More...]

Roseroot herb shows promise as potential depression treatment option

September 4, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Rhodiola rosea (R. rosea), or roseroot, may be a beneficial treatment option for major depressive disorder (MDD), according to results of a study in the … [Read More...]

Eating walnuts daily lowered ‘bad’ cholesterol and may reduce cardiovascular disease risk

August 31, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Eating about ½ cup of walnuts every day for two years modestly lowered levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, known as "bad cholesterol," and … [Read More...]

High-Strength MRI May Release Mercury from Amalgam Dental Fillings

August 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Exposure to ultra-high-strength MRI may release toxic mercury from amalgam fillings in teeth, according to a new study appearing online in the … [Read More...]

Drinking sufficient water could prevent heart failure

August 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Staying well-hydrated throughout life could reduce the risk of developing heart failure, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2021. “Our study … [Read More...]

Have more than eight dental fillings? It could increase the mercury levels in your blood

August 24, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Dental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significantly contribute to prolonged mercury levels … [Read More...]

Mad Cow Cover-Up: Original United States “Mad Cow” wasn’t a Downer

August 24, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

The Humane Society released a video of suffering "down" cows being tortured into standing up long enough to be considered "walkers" and therefore safe to eat by … [Read More...]

ADHD drugs do not improve cognition in healthy college students

August 20, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Contrary to popular belief across college campuses, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications may fail to improve cognition in healthy … [Read More...]

Touted as clean, ‘blue’ hydrogen may be worse than gas, coal, researchers say

August 15, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

"Blue" hydrogen -- an energy source that involves a process for making hydrogen by using methane in natural gas -- is being lauded as a clean, green energy to … [Read More...]

Telomere length influences cancer cell differentiation

August 14, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers from the Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research in Tokyo have discovered that forced elongation of telomeres (extensions on the end of chromosomes) … [Read More...]

Ultrapotent antibody mix blocks COVID-19 virus attachment

August 14, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A mix of ultrapotent antibodies from recovered COVID-19 patients has been shown to recognize and lock down the infection machinery of the pandemic coronavirus … [Read More...]

Statin Warning For Pregnant Women

August 14, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Pregnant women or those hoping to start or extend a family should talk to their physician about avoiding using the cholesterol-lowering drugs statins, say … [Read More...]

Microbes turn back the clock as research discovers their potential to reverse aging in the brain

August 13, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Research from APC Microbiome Ireland (APC) at University College Cork (UCC) published today in the leading international scientific journal Nature … [Read More...]

Should tomatoes go in the fridge?

August 7, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

There is much debate about the correct storage of tomatoes. There are two main options available to consumers: storage in the refrigerator or at room … [Read More...]

Beetroot juice may provide benefits to heart disease patients

August 6, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A new study finds that dietary nitrate -- a compound that dilates blood vessels to decrease blood pressure -- may reduce overstimulation of the sympathetic … [Read More...]

Garbage Warrior – a film about eco architecture by Oliver Hodge

August 3, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Garbage Warrior is a feature-length documentary film telling the epic story of maverick US architect Michael Reynolds and his fight to introduce radically … [Read More...]

Research On Cancer-fighting Foods, Supplements

August 2, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers worldwide are discovering a cornucopia of compounds in foods and dietary supplements that show promise for preventing cancer. Here is a summary of … [Read More...]

Researchers propose new treatment to prevent kidney stones

August 2, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers have found evidence that a natural fruit extract is capable of dissolving calcium oxalate crystals, the most common component of human kidney … [Read More...]

The Need to GROW Documentary explores deeply-rooted issues in agriculture

July 31, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

In a race against the end of farmable soil, three individuals fight for change in the industry of agricultural food production, calling for a … [Read More...]

Home-brewed poppy seed tea can be lethal

July 31, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

A home-brewing technique used to extract morphine from unwashed poppy seeds can produce lethal doses of the drug, according to research at Sam Houston State … [Read More...]

Excessive fructose consumption may cause a leaky gut, leading to fatty liver disease

July 31, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Excessive consumption of fructose -- a sweetener ubiquitous in the American diet -- can result in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), which is comparably … [Read More...]

Netflix True Crime Series Rotten focuses on corruption in the global food supply chain

July 30, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Rotten dives deep into the food production underworld to expose the corruption, waste and real dangers behind your everyday eating habits. Rotten returns … [Read More...]

Tomatoes offer affordable source of Parkinson’s disease drug

July 28, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Scientists have produced a tomato enriched in the Parkinson's disease drug L-DOPA in what could become a new, affordable source of one of the world's essential … [Read More...]

Chemicals in indoor swimming pools may increase cancer risk

July 27, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Swimming in indoor chlorinated pools may induce genotoxicity (DNA damage that may lead to cancer) as well as respiratory effects, but the positive health … [Read More...]

Toddler formulas and milks — not recommended by health experts — mislead with health claims

July 26, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Misleading labeling on formulas and milks marketed as "toddler drinks" may confuse parents about their healthfulness or necessity, finds a new study by … [Read More...]

Higher levels of omega-3 acids in the blood increases life expectancy by almost five years

July 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the blood are as good a predictor of mortality from any cause as smoking, according to a study involving the Hospital del Mar … [Read More...]

Report: Monsanto forced science journal to RETRACT study of Roundup dangers

July 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Monsanto pressured a scientific journal to retract a study about its flagship herbicide Roundup. This is according to a new report that alleges that … [Read More...]

Probiotic identified to treat ulcers

July 25, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Researchers from Spain have identified a strain of probiotic bacteria that may be useful in treating ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori. They report … [Read More...]

Study confirms safety, cancer-targeting ability of nutrient in broccoli, other vegetables, researchers say

July 24, 2021 By Captain Organic Planet Leave a Comment

Sulforaphane, one of the primary phytochemicals in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables that helps them prevent cancer, has been shown for the first time … [Read More...]

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