Long term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), a class of drugs commonly used to treat acid reflux, is linked to a more than doubling in the risk of developing stomach cancer, finds research published online in the journal Gut. The risk rose in tandem with the dose and … [Read more...]

Drinking a beetroot juice supplement before working out makes the brain of older adults perform more efficiently, mirroring the operations of a younger brain, according to a new study by scientists at Wake Forest University. "We knew, going in, that a number of studies had … [Read more...]

Polishing an apple with your shirt might remove some dust and dirt, but getting rid of pesticide residues could take a little more work. Researchers now report in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, that washing apples with a common household product -- baking soda … [Read more...]

For the broccoli growers of the world, researchers has good news about your next crop. It turns out that broccoli may help promote a healthy gut and also protect against both liver cancer and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. In one study at Penn State, when mice ate broccoli … [Read more...]

With the advent of modern agricultural practices, it is easier than ever to get the produce you want—when you want it. But there are downsides to eating store-bought produce. Early harvesting, transportation, and refrigeration can cause significant nutrient loss in fruits and … [Read more...]