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Less cancer risk with mushrooms

According to researchers at the Penn State College of Medicine, eating mushrooms every day can nearly halve your risk of cancer. People who eat 18 grams of mushrooms every day reduce their risk of cancer by 45 percent. It doesn't seem to matter which type of mushroom you eat, as they all have a similar protective effect. Lead researcher Djibril...

Licorice reduces inflammation

A study has shown that a hydrogel containing licorice extract reduces inflammation, burning sensation and pain in patients with a serious burn from as early as the third day of treatment. On day 6, patients who used the liquorice gel showed less redness than those who used a control gel. On the 15th day, wound appearance was rated better in partici...

Little attention to mental health in schools

Mental health is an important part of students' overall health and well-being. Yet in many schools too little attention is paid to this subject. Causes There are a number of reasons why there is still too little attention to mental health in many schools. One of the reasons is that there is often a lack of knowledge and expertise about mental healt...

Long-term muscle pain, what now?

Recurring long-term muscle pain can be a sign of several underlying causes, ranging from mild to serious conditions. If you experience persistent muscle pain, it is important to determine the cause by seeing a doctor for a thorough evaluation and diagnosis. Here are some possible causes of persistent muscle pain: Excessive exertion or strain: If yo...