The latest news: it seems that coffee and exercise together can help fight cancer. In fact, the combination is over three times more effective than exercise alone (see article sources below). How can this be? Researchers don’t know why this … Continue reading
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A recent study indicates that a diet low in fat and very high in fruits and vegetables does not prevent breast cancer from returning. According to Chinese medicine, cancer is caused by a condition called “excessive dampness”. A diet appropriate … Continue reading
A recent study found that older Chinese women who eat a Western-style diet have a much greater risk of developing breast cancer than those who eat a typical Chinese diet (see sources below). According to Chinese medicine, cancer is caused … Continue reading
Two new studies suggest that exercise can help protect against skin and bowel cancer. According to Chinese medicine, all cancers stem from excessive dampness in the body. One of the most effective ways to diminish dampness is exercise, so it … Continue reading
According to a recent study, breast cancer is on the rise in South Korea. Researchers believe this is caused by an increasingly Westernized lifestyle—particularly diet. According to Chinese medicine, cancer is caused by excessive dampness. It’s most likely to occur … Continue reading
Recent research suggests that black tea can help lower the risk of ovarian cancer; earlier studies had shown similar benefits for green tea. According to Chinese medicine, cancer is a problem of excessive dampness in the body. Black tea can … Continue reading
It has been known for several years that charred meat is linked to cancer. A new study from the University of Hawaii finds that processed meats may also be linked to cancer, but it seems that high heat is responsible here … Continue reading
Research shows that chemicals in green tea may prevent the development of prostate cancer. According to Chinese medicine, prostate cancer is due to excess dampness, among other things. Green tea reduces dampness, so it can help prevent (as well as … Continue reading
A new study shows that chili pepper and broccoli may help fight cancer. According to Chinese medicine, cancer is a case of excessive dampness. Spicy foods and all vegetables — particularly leafy greens — reduce dampness, so these foods can … Continue reading
Vitamin E supplements do not seem to prevent cancer, strokes or heart attacks and may, in fact, increase the risk of heart failure (Study Raises Doubts About Vitamin E Supplements). Vitamin E supplements are oil-based. Oil, according to Chinese medicine, … Continue reading