Illegal mining threatens medicinal plants – Expert warns
Dr Prince Mawutor, a researcher at the Centre for Plant Medicine Research, has warned that illegal mining and toxic chemicals are threatening medicinal plants and
Pesticides and cancer: Study reveals the biological mechanisms behind an environmental health risk
This is the first time we have been able to link pesticide exposure, on a national scale, to biological changes suggesting an increased risk of cancer,”
Funding gaps, misconceptions hindering herbal medicine growth – Centre calls for urgent support
“At the very least, check for the FDA registration number and other essential details to authenticate the product,” he advised.
Obesity is on the rise in Africa: 5 essential reads on what to do
Rina Swart, Makoma Bopape and Tamryn Frank advocate that countries in sub-Saharan Africa should regulate the food industry better
Cement not allowed for preserving beans – FDA warns
The Authority also urged consumers to report any suspicious food handling or preservation practices to the FDA for investigation and possible sanctions
Industrial cannabis can boost economy, support epilepsy treatment – Expert
With the right regulations and commitment, industrial hemp can transform our agricultural sector and improve healthcare outcomes,”
Intermittent fasting cuts Crohn’s disease activity by 40% and halves inflammation in randomized clinical trial
“Our research suggests time-restricted eating may be a sustainable option grounded in biology, offering patients more ways to
Don’t risk your health on unapproved aphrodisiacs – FDA warns youth
The FDA urged the public to exercise caution and only use sexual enhancement products that have been officially approved
High consumption of ultraprocessed foods may be linked to cancer survivors’ risk of death
With the consumption of ultraprocessed foods on the rise in many countries around the world, Bonaccio said it is important to better understand whether eating