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Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Colon Cancer Risk

Fatty, salty and sugary ultra-processed foods could be increasing people’s risk of colon cancer by spurring chronic inflammation in the gut. In a new study, colon tumors taken from people with poor diets had higher levels of pro-inflammatory biochemicals, as well as lower… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on December 10, 2024

Common Myths on Freezing Food Debunked

With the holidays comes lots of delicious food that may be frozen for future use. But experts warn that not all foods can be frozen successfully, and those that can be frozen should be monitored for freshness. Here are some common myths ─ and helpful hints ─ about storing… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on December 10, 2024

The Worst Sugar for Heart Health

When it comes to sweets, the type a person chooses can have a significant impact on their heart health, a new study finds. Sugary drinks significantly increase a person’s risk of stroke, heart failure, irregular heartbeat and other heart health problems, results showed. But… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on December 10, 2024