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MU scientists go green with gold, distribute environmentally friendly nanoparticles
Gold nanoparticles are everywhere. They are used in cancer treatments, automobile sensors, cell phones, blood sugar monitors and hydrogen gas production. view more (2008-09-29)
Could Healthy Eating Cause Stress?
The health benefits of antioxidants in foods including red wine, vitamin E and even tea have been widely researched over the last twenty years, fuelled by evidence that oxidative damage may be implicated in many diseases. On Monday 12 April, 17.30, Dr Edwin N. Frankel, University... view more (2002-04-12)
Red Wine and Grape Juice Help Defend Against Food-Borne Diseases, according to MU Researchers
Red wine is known to have multiple health benefits. Researchers at the University of Missouri-Columbia have found that red wine may also protect humans from common food-borne diseases. view more (2007-10-11)
Apple consumption during pregnancy reduces risk for childhood wheezing and asthma
Eating apples while pregnant may give new meaning to an apple a day keeping the doctor away. Compelling new research has concluded that mothers who eat apples during pregnancy may protect their children from developing asthma later in life. The study was published in Thorax online. view more (2007-04-09)
Synergistic growth inhibitory effect of herbal extracts against HCC and lung cancer cells
Several herbs with diversified pharmacological properties are known to be rich sources of chemical constituents that may have potential for the treatment of several human cancers. Data from the Department of Preclinical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Thammasat University, demonstrates that the... view more (2008-04-30)
Getting forgetful? Then blueberries may hold the key
If you are getting forgetful as you get older, then a research team from the University of Reading and the Peninsula Medical School in the South West of England may have good news for you. view more (2008-04-11)
Certain vitamin supplements may increase lung cancer risk, especially in smokers
Vitamin supplements do not protect against lung cancer, according to a study of more than 77,000 vitamin users. In fact, some supplements may even increase the risk of developing it. view more (2008-02-29)
Invasive species harms native hardwoods by killing soil fungus
An invasive weed that has spread across much of the U.S. harms native maples, ashes, and other hardwood trees by releasing chemicals harmful to a soil fungus the trees depend on for growth and survival. view more (2006-04-26)
Pesticides choke pathway for nature to produce nitrogen for crops
Many farmers applying pesticides to boost crop yields may instead be contributing to growth problems, scientists report in a new study. view more (2007-06-06)
Old McDonald Had a Phytochemical
Forget the moo-moo here and quack-quack there. Farmers may find phytochemicals to be the barnyard bonanza. view more (2007-11-08)
Protection against cancer may begin during pregnancy
There may be another reason for pregnant and nursing women to eat a nutritious diet that includes generous amounts of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and cabbage - it could help protect their children from cancer, both as infants and later in life. view more (2006-12-26)
Purple tomatoes: The richness of antioxidants against tumors
Researchers from the John Innes Centre in Norwich, Great Britain, in collaboration with other European centres participating to the FLORA project, have obtained genetically modified tomatoes rich in anthocyanins, a category of antioxidants belonging to the class of flavonoids. view more (2008-10-27)
Researcher Focuses on Pros, Cons of Antioxidants from Fruits and Vegetables
Nutrition: It's not just the four basic food groups any more. Researcher Dr. Susanne Mertens-Talcott of Texas A&M University is looking into how plant-based phytochemicals, including antioxidants and herbal supplements, can be useful in the promotion of health and prevention of chronic diseases. view more (2007-04-19)
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