Posts Tagged ‘fruits’
Vitamins C, E and Beta Carotene Do Not Reduce Cancer Risk
Women who took beta carotene or vitamin C – E, or a combination of supplements have the same risk of cancer than women not taking supplements, according to a randomized controlled trial of Journal of the NCI.
Epidemiological studies have suggested that people whose diets are high in fruits and vegetables and therefore antioxidants may have a lower risk of cancer.
Results of randomized trials dealing with the issue, however, have been inconsistent and rarely have supported this observation.
In the current study, Jennifer Lin, of Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston and colleagues tested the impact of antioxidant supplements on cancer incidence in a randomized controlled trial.
A total of 7627 women who were at high risk of cardiovascular disease were randomly assigned to take vitamin C, vitamin E or beta-carotene. Read the rest of this entry »
How To Combat Constipation Or Constipation
Constipation or constipation is a disorder that is associated with infrequent bowel movement, in many cases the act of defecation can be painful and / or complicated. People with constipation or constipation usually evacuated at least three times a week.
Take the following measures to regulate your bowel transit so you can relieve and prevent constipation or constipation:
* Increase consumption of foods high in fiber (fruits and vegetables).
Consume plenty of water * (to avoid alcohol or caffeine).
* Make exercise (20-30 minutes each day). Walk a little every day.