Lower Your Homocysteine: Protect Your Heart, Brain and Future Health
Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid, but when levels get too high, it can quietly increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive decline.
American researchers yesterday announced the findings of a study which saw the growth of prostate tumours in mice reduced by 30-40% when the animals were fed walnuts every day. Researcher Paul Davis hopes that the nuts can have the same effects on tumours in men.
The animals were fed the human equivalent of 2.4oz per day – about 14 whole walnuts, rather than a supplement like extract. A control group of mice were fed soya bean oil.
Scientists believe that the secret lies in walnuts’ ability to reduce levels of endothelin, a substance that increases inflammation of the blood vessels.
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men and the second highest killer after lung cancer. 35, 000 Britons are diagnosed with it each year and 10, 000 of those will die from the disease. The causes of prostate cancer are not known, although a fatty diet that is low in fruit and vegetables is implicated.
Walnuts contain omega 3 fatty acids, antioxidants and other plant chemicals. They are known to decrease the risk of heart disease and they have been shown to help prevent breast cancer. Adding walnuts to a whole food diet that is low in saturated fat, sugar and processed foods, but high in fruit and vegetables is the best way to prevent prostate cancer.
To talk to someone at Smart Nutrition about prostate health and reducing your chances of contracting cancer by eating a healthy diet, call 01273 775 480 or click here to book a consultation.
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US Custom changes Aug 29 2025
Every US shipment, regardless of value or content, must now undergo full entry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Our lab partners are working hard to reduce the impact of these new customs procedures on returning US bound test samples.
Unfortunately this change may impact your test results turnaround time
Transit times may be longer due to increased customs processing.
Samples may be delayed or held while clearance is completed.
If you have already sent back your sample and it is directly affected by these customs delays, our team will contact you individually to advise on the next steps.
We know how vital timely testing is for you and we greatly value your understanding while these changes take effect.
We expect the situation to improve as customs processes adjust, and we will provide updates as this develops.
Please do not return samples to the laboratories that may arrive after Wednesday 27th March and up to and including Monday 2nd April.
The laboratories are closed from the 28th March – 2nd April for the Easter Holiday.