Cinco Vidas

Most likely, you’ve heard about the health benefits of red wine. According to the Mayo Clinic, studies suggest that the antioxidants in red wine may help prevent heart disease—by protecting the lining of blood vessels in the heart, deterring fat buildup and clogs. Resveratrol, in particular—an antioxidant found in red wine, red grapes, grape-seed extract, blueberries, cranberries, and dark chocolate—may help reduce bad cholesterol and prevent blood clots, perhaps even reduce inflammation. Apparently, however, the benefits of resveratrol don’t stop there—other studies have shown a potential cancer-fighting capability. (more…)

We know that fitting exercise into your day can be a big challenge. Still, the evidence continues to pile up—exercise is one of the best ways to keep cancer out of your life.

“We now believe physical activity is a primary component of preventing cancer,” says Abby Bloch, chairwoman of the American Cancer Society’s advisory committee on nutrition and physical activity. (more…)

There’s nothing like a little garlic bread with an Italian meal, but flavoring food is just one of the many talents this little clove possesses. Scientists and nutritionists have long recommended it to detoxify the body, boost immune defenses, fortify the cardiovascular system, and kill fungi. But did you know that garlic is once again in the spotlight because of its ability to benefit the skin? (more…)