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Prostate cancer aggressiveness linked to low levels of vitamin D in new study

Prostate cancer aggressiveness has been found to be linked to low levels of vitamin D in a new study. The researchers from Northwestern Medicine revealed that the vitamin D deficiency in men could help predict aggressive prostate cancer identified at time of surgery. Lead investigator, Dr. Adam Murphy said, “Vitamin D deficiency may predict aggressive ...click here to read more

Key protein in colitis identified

A Yale study has identified a key protein that plays a role in ulcerative colitis – a condition categorized by inflammation of the large intestine or the colon. Insight provided by the new findings could help with new treatments for the disease, which is currently on the rise. Scientists have long known that the protein ...click here to read more

The Dirty Truth About Colon Cleansers

We live in an increasingly toxic world, and the number of artificial chemicals that we are exposed to on a daily basis is utterly shocking. According to the WorldWatch Institute, there are close to 100,000 man-made synthetic chemicals on the market today, that we regularly eat, drink and breathe in the form of food additives, ...click here to read more

Do You Know Your Chances? Digestive Disease

People that suffer from digestive issues, including stomach problems, know just how embarrassing and disruptive these episodes can be. Digestive disorders are very common in Canada, with over 20 million Canadian suffering from digestive problems each year. Suffering from stomach problems disrupts an individuals’ personal as well as professional life. Many people find talking about ...click here to read more