Alternative Medicine
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…
Research Suggests Vitamin C May Also Boost Memory
While vitamin C is mainly known as an immunity-enhancing antioxidant, a new study from Denmark has found that babies deficient in the vitamin may be at an elevated risk for mental development and memory problems.
Research Uncovers Anti-inflammatory Properties Of Ginseng
According to the results of a new study, the herb ginseng—which has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for millennia—may be a natural anti-inflammatory agent.
Ginkgo May Become The New Natural Pain Remedy
Extracts of ginkgo biloba are a popular natural supplement believed to enhance memory, but according to a new study it may also be beneficial against a common type of pain that is difficult to treat.
Research Explains Blood Pressure Benefits Of Vegetables
It is widely known that consumption of vegetables has numerous health benefits, and a new study has found a link that may explain why they also appear to contribute to lower blood pressure.
Study Says Blueberries May Help Maintain Weight, Prevent Diabetes
The extract from North American lowbush blueberries biotransformed with bacteria from the skin of the fruit has shown promising results in tests against obesity and high blood sugar, according to new research.
Study Leads To Dosage Recommendations For Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Searching for the best dose of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an essential omega-3 fatty acid, researchers from France have established that 200 mg per day is sufficient to boost heart health in men.
Newly Designed Instrument Helps Measure Zinc Levels In Cells
Zinc is among the most important elements that ensure optimal health in humans, and a new sensor may help health practitioners better determine the supplementation needs of those at risk of a deficit.
‘Good’ Bacteria In Digestive Tract Appear To Boost Immunity
According to a new study, the beneficial bacteria found in the human gut not only help ensure proper digestion but also strengthen the immune system against the parasite Toxoplasma gondii.
Research Disputes Antioxidants Allegations
In response to an earlier study which appeared to find a link between antioxidant supplementation and a higher risk of skin cancer, a team from Kaiser Permanente Northern California conducted new research which found this hypothesis to be untrue.
Research Explains How Cholesterol, Immune System Impact Osteoporosis
A recent study has shed new light on the link between high cholesterol levels and osteoporosis, and described the role the immune system plays in bone loss.
Study Finds Diabetics Can Benefit From ‘good’ Fats
Switching from butter and other saturated fat sources to polyunsaturated fats in the diet may help diabetics reduce their body fat, according to a new study.
Study: Imagination Helpful For Kids With Functional Abdominal Pain
Using an alternative treatment has been found to greatly improve symptoms for children dealing with functional abdominal pain.
