Flaxseeds: The best fix for bloating, mood swings, and high cholesterol |

A common pantry staple, flaxseeds, can significantly improve digestion, balance hormones, and lower cholesterol, according to gastroenterologist Dr. Saurabh Sethi. These tiny seeds are rich in omega-3s and lignans, which combat inflammation and bind to cholesterol. However, for maximum benefit, flaxseeds must be ground before consumption, as whole seeds pass through the body undigested. Always…

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Popular weight-loss drugs may lower cancer risk, finds large study |

Exciting new findings indicate that GLP-1 weight-loss medications might dramatically reduce the likelihood of 10 types of cancer linked to obesity for patients with type 2 diabetes, outperforming insulin. However, there’s no observed benefit for postmenopausal breast or thyroid cancers. Weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1 receptor agonists are discussed for their effect on blood sugar…

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