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How to live longer: The health drink that reduces risk of Alzheimer’s and boosts longevity

A study published in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry provided evidence that curcumin can help protect one’s brain. In the study, participants were randomised into two groups and were studied for a period of 18 months. One group took 90 milligrams of curcumin twice daily, while the other group took a placebo. All volunteers… Read More »

Common hypertension medications may reduce colorectal cancer risk

Research Highlights: People who take angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE-i) or angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs) for conditions such as high blood pressure were less likely to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer after having a normal colonoscopy. This is the first study to show potential benefits on colorectal cancer development from these commonly prescribed hypertension… Read More »