Alternative Medicine
Superfruit Appears To Help Obese People Live Healthier Lives
According to a new study, the juice of mangosteen fruit, which has been known for its anti-inflammatory properties, may also help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes in obese individuals.
Alternative Medicine Can Alleviate Cancer Therapy Side Effects
Researchers have been searching for a long time for ways to minimize the side effects of radiation therapy, and there are signs they may have found a natural solution that can help cancer patients tolerate their treatments better.
Hormone Replacement Therapy May Cause Incontinence, Research Suggests
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) has been increasingly discredited in recent years, after being linked to a higher risk of heart disease and some cancers, and a new study has added another reason menopausal women may want to avoid it.
Soy May Lower Risk Of Diabetes, Study Says
Based on research conducted at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, it appears that adding soy to one’s diet may result in a reduced risk of developing diabetes and in improved insulin sensitivity.
Vitamin D Deficiency May Increase Blood Pressure In Women, Study Says
According to research presented at a recent American Heart Association conference, premenopausal women who have insufficient vitamin D levels have an elevated risk of developing high blood pressure.
Green Tea May Help Lower Stomach Cancer Risk
According to a study by Japanese researchers, green tea consumption may reduce a woman’s risk of developing stomach cancer.
Folate Supplementation May Help Lower Women’s Cancer Risk
According to new research, enriching one’s diet in folate—also known as folic acid or vitamin B9—may reduce the odds of developing colorectal cancer in women.
Study Shows Probiotics May Help Weight-loss Surgery Patients
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a common side effect of gastric bypass surgery, but according to a new study supplementation with probiotics may help patients avoid the problem.
Low Vitamin D Level May Raise Mortality Among Elderly, Study Says
According to recent research, seniors who have insufficient levels of vitamin D have a higher risk of dying from heart disease than individuals with adequate levels of the vitamin.
Research Shows Why Diabetics Should Avoid Vitamin D Deficiency
Based on new research, scientists are beginning to understand why people with diabetes should be particularly wary of vitamin D deficiency.
Research: Combination Of Light Therapy And Green Tea May Reduce Skin Aging
Those looking for all-natural ways of preserving the skin’s youthful appearance may soon have another option to turn to as researchers have shown light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and a green tea extract-based cream may help reduce wrinkles.
Common Vine May Become A New Nutritional Supplement
Researchers suspect that kudzu, a vine that covers millions of acres in the southeastern U.S., contains a compound that may be useful in treating metabolic syndrome, and may therefore become a source of valuable dietary supplements.
Study Shows Lemon Juice Boosts Health Benefits Of Green Tea
According to new research, the beneficial antioxidant ingredients of green tea called catechins are better absorbed when the tea is mixed with lemon juice.
Your Brain Is Related To Your Sex Life
Everyone knows testosterone plays a role in the sex life of males, but few understand its effects—in both males and females—in other functions of the body. Proper levels of testosterone help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other degenerative brain afflictions. Read this article to learn more about this important hormone and what the pharmaceutical industry is doing to keep you in the dark about it…
Natural Compound Appears To Boost Cancer Therapy
According to a new report, a natural extract which had previously been studied for its cancer-preventing benefits may enhance the value of conventional chemotherapy treatments.
