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category: health
01 Jun 2009
Heart disease and strokes can be avoided simply by taking this natural supplement, made from tomatoes, it is said. The important ingredient is lycopene, which blocks bad cholesterol from clogging the arteries. This ingredient can be found in tomatoes; however in its natural form it is not well digested. More trials are necessary to see verify how effective the pill is.  Read more…

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category: health
01 Dec 2008

Men and women have different nutritional needs - therefore there are foods that are more important for each to eat.  Here are a few, and why they’re important:

For the guys:

  1. Tomato Sauce - protects against prostate cancer.
  2. Oysters - boosts zinc intake, which helps with the male reproductive system.
  3. Broccoli - protects against bladder cancer, which is especially popular in men.
  4. Peanut Butter - protects against heart disease.
  5. Watermelon - has tons of potassium, therefore protects against high blood pressure.

For the ladies:

  1. Papaya - contains tons of vitamin C, which protects against gallbladder disease.
  2. Flaxseed - potential weapon against breast cancer.
  3. Tofu - High in soy protein, which can lower cholesterol and may minimize menopausal hot flashes and strengthen bone.
  4. Buffalo Meat - contains a lot of iron, which helps with anemia (this condition occurs more in women.)
  5. Collard Greens - may help with osteoporosis.

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