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HOW VITAMIN C STOPS THE BIG C

HOW VITAMIN C STOPS THE BIG C

   A team of Johns Hopkins scientists have shown that in mice at least, vitamin C - and potentially other antioxidants - can indeed inhibit the growth of some tumors - just not in the manner suggested by years of investigation.

Posted : Sat, Sep 15, 2007

Category : Science / Health News

Blueberries compound may offer protection against colon cancer

Blueberries compound may offer protection against colon cancer

   A study recent shows that a compound called pterostilbene found abundantly in blueberries offered protection against colon cancer. The study, presented on Monday by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Rutgers University, showed that the compound is a powerful antioxidant and has the potential to be developed into a pill as well.

Posted : Mon, Mar 26, 2007

Category : Science / Health News
 
 
 
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