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Linda Carney MD

January 17, 2020

Dietary Flavonoids Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

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Alzheimer's dementia is a major threat to the health of aging Americans. About 1 in 10 people, age 65 years and above, will develop Alzheimer's disease. Currently, an estimated 5.8 million Americans have Alzheimer's type memory loss, and this number is expected to rise to about 13.8 million by 2050. Alzheimer's disease is debilitating, destroying m...

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Linda Carney MD

January 15, 2020

Whole Grains May Protect Against Esophageal Cancer

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Esophageal Cancer is one of the most deadly cancers of the digestive tract. In the United States, it accounts for 1% of all cancers diagnosed in this country.The incidence of esophageal cancer has risen by more than 700% in the past four decades, making it the fastest growing cancer in the United States, according to the Nationa...

Red Meat Increases Stomach Cancer Risk

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Numerous studies have examined the impact of diets on incidence of stomach (gastric) cancer, including whether certain foods increase or decrease the risk of this cancer. One food that has been highlighted in these studies is red meat. So the question is, does frequent consumption of red meat promote the development of stomach cancer?In a Chin...

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Linda Carney MD

December 26, 2019

Whole Grains Slash Stroke Risk

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Each year, more than 790,000 Americans suffer at least one stroke which occurs when blood supply to certain areas of the brain is cut off. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells get damaged and can die within a few minutes. This results in disabilities and in most cases death. Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death i...

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Linda Carney MD

December 16, 2019

Smoking Promotes Bladder Cancer

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Cigarette smoking can increase the risk of developing bladder cancer in both men and women, says a study conducted by researchers at the National Cancer Institute. The findings of this study published in the Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA) are based on the medical data of 281,394 men and 186,134 women comparing smoking habit with the...

Dietary Fiber May Help Ward off Endometrial Cancer

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Dietary Fiber May Help to Avoid an Endometrial Cancer Diagnosis

More women are being diagnosed with endometrial cancer than ever before. The National Cancer Institute reports that Europe and North America have the highest incidence of endometrial cancer globally. "Endometrial cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women in the United States and the incidence has been increasing," says Leah Mechanic (Ph.D, M...

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Linda Carney MD

October 24, 2019

Soy Foods Reduce Cardiovascular Disease Risk

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Reduce Your Risk of Clogged Arteries Leading to Heart Failure

In 2017, a study that evaluated the relationship between soy food consumption and cardiovascular disease risk revealed that individuals can fend off cardiovascular disease by consuming generous portions of soy foods regularly. The study analyzed nutritional and medical data from 17 published studies. At its conclusion, it was found out that consumi...

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Linda Carney MD

September 18, 2019

Can Plant Foods Protect Against Prostate Cancer?

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Going vegan could protect men against prostate cancer. This is the findings of a study published in the Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention. A total of 60 prostate cancer patients and 60 healthy subjects were assessed by their dietary patterns and observed for prostate cancer incidence. Men who followed a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and...

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Linda Carney MD

September 16, 2019

Beat Back Oral Cancer With Fruits and Vegetables

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Eat Fruits and Vegetables to Reduce Oral Cancer Risk

Every hour of every day, someone dies from oral cancer in the United States. Oral cancer is the 6th most commonly diagnosed malignancy in the US and results in about 8,000 deaths annually. Consuming more fruits and vegetables could be one secret towards avoiding this deadly cancer.According to a study that investigated the association between ...

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Linda Carney MD

September 13, 2019

Grilled Meats Raise Type 2 Diabetes Risk

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Diabetes Type 2 Diagnosis Risk is Raised by Eating Grilled Meats

Each year, diabetes remains near the top of the list of America's most serious health problems. More than 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes type 2 annually and this metabolic disorder kills more people in the United States every year than road accidents, AIDS, or breast cancer combined. Unfortunately, diabetes fo...

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Linda Carney MD

September 11, 2019

Enjoy Milk? Shattering News!

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Drinking Milk Does Not Build Strong Bones

For years, the media and health practitioners have told us that milk is the answer to stronger bones, but now we know that idea is false. Milk contains high amounts of calcium. Although calcium is required for building and maintaining strong bones and teeth, drinking milk weakens bones. Because of the calcium in milk, the Natio...

Statins Increase Peripheral Neuropathy Risk

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Statins are among the biggest selling drugs in the United States. Millions of Americans pop these cholesterol-lowering pills every day to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke. Unfortunately, statins have been associated with a wide range of side effects, including headaches, confusion, liver damage, memory loss, and elevated risk of type 2...