Research reveals: Ginger causes cancer cells to commit suicide

Ginger is a wonderfully flavored spice that is prevalent in Asian and Indian cooking. It is also used in sweets as well as brewed in teas and other beverages. Ginger has been revered in many cultures for its medicinal properties, as it can help to relieve nausea, digestive issues and pain. Ginger is in the same family as turmeric and cardamom.

However, exciting recent research has shown that ginger has properties showing it can help prevent cancer. In fact, this sweet spice seems to cause harmful cancer cells to extinguish themselves.

Ginger found effective against a wide range of cancer types

NEW TECHNOLOGIES TO LOOK OUT FOR  IN 2017

More technology gurus keep on emerging everyday with the best tech devices and applications. The reason why people welcome technological inventions is because they simplify work, enhance safety and increase the efficiency of services in our everyday life. Although technological inventions have had their fair share of draw backs, it is evident that they are helping the world at a high level in almost every aspect. From communication industry, automobile industry to educational and research industry, there are a lot of inventions that people can benefit from. Below are some of the latest and adorable methods.

THE 3D PRINTED CAR

18-yr old Nigerian model walks for Miu Miu, Yves Saint Laurent

The 18-year old who made her international debut walking in Karl Lagerfeld's Fendi Fall 2017 Ready-To-Wear Collection presentation has continued to make giant strides as she adds Yves Saint Laurent and Miu Miu to her impressive resume.

Airport closure in Abuja disrupts travellers

Abuja - Thousands of travellers to Nigeria are facing at least six weeks of severe disruption while Abuja International Airport is closed for runway repairs.

Flights are being re-routed to the city of Kaduna, raising security concerns and adding hours to passengers' journeys.

Many international airlines are also refusing to fly to Kaduna.

Apple, Samsung vow to fix flaws after CIA hack report

Agency allegedly produced more than 1,000 malware systems to infiltrate and take control of targeted electronics.

Apple and Samsung have vowed to quickly fix any vulnerabilities in their products following WikiLeaks' disclosure of an alleged CIA hacking arsenal capable of breaking into iPhones and other devices.

The archive claims to show the CIA exploiting weaknesses it discovers in hardware and software systems - without informing manufacturers of the flaws in question.

"While our initial analysis indicates that many of the issues leaked today were already patched in the latest iOS, we will continue work to rapidly address any identified vulnerabilities," Apple said in a statement.    

"We always urge customers to download the latest iOS to make sure they have the most recent security updates."    

WikiLeaks exposes alleged CIA hacking programme

Samsung offered a similar response.    

Barcelona makes history with 6-1 comeback win over PSG

Coach Unai Emery fighting to stay on after PSG were humiliated 6-1 by Barcelona in the Champions League.

NAF begins local test bench production on Alpha jet

Abuja—The Nigerian Air Force, NAF, has, in collaboration with universities in the country,  successfully produced a test bench locally for testing the anti-skid system on Alpha Jet planes The new test bench allows the entire anti-skid system to be tested on the ground before installation on the

Health benefits of basil leaves

Research indicates that there may be several health benefits associated with basil.

A study by researchers at Purdue University revealed that basil "contains a wide range of essential oils, rich in phenolic compounds and a wide array of other natural products including polyphenols such as flavonoids and anthocyanins."

Basil contains high quantities of (E)-beta-caryophyllene (BCP), which may be useful in treating arthritis and inflammatory bowel diseases, according to research conducted at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology.

A study published in the Journal of Bone Reports & Recommendations agreed that BCP might be useful in the treatment of certain diseases with an inflammatory component.

The investigation was carried out on arthritic rats; the team of researchers concluded: "The present study is suggestive that beta-caryophyllene has prominent anti-arthritic activity which may be attributed to its anti-inflammatory activity."

Reduce inflammation and swelling

Chan Zuckerberg project announces $50 million research program

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, left, and his wife, Priscilla Chan, rehearse for a speech in San Francisco in September. The couple’s $600 million scientific research initiative has named a team of 47 researchers and engineers to study the prevention and treatment of human disease.

he $600 million scientific research initiative announced last year by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, has named a team of 47 researchers and engineers to study the prevention and treatment of human disease.

The project, called Biohub, is a research center that will house engineers and scientists in varied disciplines from UCSF, UC Berkeley and Stanford University. It is part of a larger $3 billion philanthropic commitment from Zuckerberg and Chan aimed at improving treatments for disease.

The Benefits of Garlic & Ginger in Losing Weight

A balanced diet and exercise plan is the cornerstone of an effective weight loss program, but certain herbs could help in your efforts. Although there's no miracle pill, both garlic and ginger show promise in helping you lose weight and in maintaining optimal weight. It's easy to incorporate ginger and garlic into your diet, since they can be used as seasonings in many recipes. Check with your doctor before taking any herbs for weight loss; they could interact with medications or other herbs.

Garlic and Fat Storage

In a study published in the "Journal of Nutrition" in 2011, rats were fed high-fat diets to induce obesity. After eight weeks, the scientists introduced some of the rats to a daily dose of garlic. After seven weeks, the garlic group had less fatty tissue compared to the control group, even though they were on the same diet. The scientists discovered that the garlic had reduced the expression of genes in the body involved in storing fat. The suppression of this genetic expression has not been looked at in humans, however.

Aged Garlic and Weight Loss

A Korean study published in "Nutritional Research and Practice" in 2012 looked at heart disease risk in postmenopausal women, who are naturally at a higher risk due to changes in metabolism. For three months, one group of women were administered 80 milligrams of aged garlic extract daily. At the end of the study, the researchers found the group had lost weight significantly compared to the placebo, measured in body fat percentage and body mass index. They concluded that regular supplementation with aged garlic can reduce body weight and fat and even lower your risk of heart disease.

Ginger and Appetite Reduction