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Editorial:Many medical uses for papaya Many medical uses for papaya

Editorial by Olasee Davis

Every year,I participate in the annual health fair of the University of the Virgin Islands as the “Bush Doctor”on the St. Croix campus. This year,I had about 25 specimens of local bush or medicinal plants on display.

Health will always remain an issue in our lives because people [...]

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Benefits of Eating Fresh Fruits And Vegetables from Home GardensBenefits of Eating Fresh Fruits And Vegetables from Home Gardens

CANCER

Nutritional factors that are protective against cancer include antioxidants,fiber,and phytochemicals,which are chemicals in plants that may provide significant health benefits. Eating fruits and vegetables has been shown to reduce the risk for cancers of esophagus,mouth,stomach,colon,rectum,lung,and prostate and it may also reduce [...]

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