Though it’s the fourth most common cancer, stomach cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death after lung cancer — primarily because it’s so hard to detect. Fortunately, science is uncovering the power of produce to prevent this deadly disease in the first place. A study in the journal Nutrition and Cancer demonstrated [...]

McMaster researchers have found one more reason to exercise: working out triggers influential stem cells to become bone instead of fat, improving overall health by boosting the body’s capacity to make blood. The body’s mesenchymal stem cells are most likely to become fat or bone, depending on which path they follow. Using treadmill-conditioned mice, a [...]