Understanding what your body needs on a daily basis is really important. Your diet is something that you should take seriously because it is the fuel that makes your body go. If you are someone who does not take your diet seriously, then you are doing a disservice to yourself. In your life, you need … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2018
An introduction to vitamin B12 and vitamin D3
Vitamins are so unbelievably important for people to incorporate into their diet. For the longest time, Vitamin C was the only vitamin that was getting a lot of fan fare. People would go out of their way for some Vitamin C but they did not know about the other ones. Now, that is starting to change. … [Read more...]
The 14 Best Foods to Increase Blood Flow and Circulation
There are a lot of foods out there that are actually considered to be helpful for increasing blood flow and circulation. Many people suffer from blood circulation and it can really hinder their enjoyment in life. It comes with a lot of different consequences. One of the best things to increase blood … [Read more...]
The Indian gooseberry and chameleon plant contain compounds that kill cancer cells
Within India, there are a lot of things that are found and end up being natural remedies. For many years, India has been a hot spot for the medicine field. Finding things that can help people never gets older and India always seems to provide something of use. Now, there are more things that were … [Read more...]
Clinical study finds Chinese medicine improves survival rates in colorectal cancer patients
Chinese medicine goes back for thousands and thousands of years. For a very long time, Chinese medicine was the Holy Grail of medicine. Still to this day, this kind of medicine is highly revered by doctors and patients from all over the world. To back that idea up, this clinical study has shown to … [Read more...]
A natural remedy for alcohol-induced fatty liver disease found in licorice root
Licorice root is something that not many people actually like. However, for the individuals who are suffering from some alcohol induced liver disease, it can be very important. The truth of the matter is that many people bring on these diseases by their constant consumption of alcohol. Too much … [Read more...]
Study: Adding Chinese remedies to conventional medicine improve the cognitive function of Alzheimer’s patients
Alzheimer's is a disease that takes a massive toll on the individual who conceives it and their family who has to see the effects. It is a brutal disease that can be very violent in its nature. Also, doctors have not been able to find a set cure for it and in some cases, it can be deadly. However, … [Read more...]
Apple extracts increase the excretion of cholesterol by an impressive 35% in healthy people
If you are having a hard time maintaining your cholesterol, there are natural ways to help. A study published in the journal Pharmanutrion, stated a new product made from polyphonic extracts from apples could not only help maintain cholesterol, but help ones cardiovascular health as well. Apples … [Read more...]
Can CBD oil help with pain, and can raisins really help you sleep?
1.There is scientific support for the use of cannabis-based medicines to manage chronic pain. However, medicinal marijuana is not availabe in all states. Where it is not available, some are using CBD oil as an alternative. CBD is cannabidiol, a compound derived from cannabis. 2.Hot compresses are … [Read more...]
New guidelines from the NHS: Take honey for a cough instead of visiting your GP
Honey has long been considered a specific for those experiencing a cough by those that practice alternative and holistic medicine. However, data is proving what those practitioners have long attested. The National Institute of Health Care and Public Health England are now espousing the idea that … [Read more...]
Study: Polyphenols may relieve rosacea symptoms
More than sixteen million Americans are diagnosed with rosacea. Rosacea is an incurable disease that causes redness of the face and may cause facial blemishes. However, a recent study in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Health says that polyphenols found in botanicals have proven … [Read more...]
Berberine is an alkaloid that plays an essential role in metabolic and cardiovascular health
Practitioners of traditional medicine have long used berberine as a natural treatment for a variety of primarily digestive conditions. Berberine is an orange-yellow alkaloid. While it is found in a variety of plants worldwide, in North America the primary source of berberine is Oregon Grape. … [Read more...]
Turmeric OUTPERFORMS conventional chemotherapy drugs in treating all forms of cancer
Having some natural remedies, or home methods as some might call it, can be very beneficial for someone who is suffering with cancer. Some people have different levels of it and their bodies react in a different way. There are many people out there that have reported to have their own ways of … [Read more...]
Vitamin C may reduce harm to infants’ lungs caused by smoking during pregnancy
Smoking during pregnancy causes harm to the fetus in several ways, but one of the most critical is lung function. Ina recent study, smoking mothers to be where given doses of vitamin C in order to help offset the effects. Studies showed that 3 days after birth, lung functions were significantly … [Read more...]
Turmeric studied for its ability to seek out and destroy cancer stem cells, the source of all tumors
Turmeric is a golden spice which has been used for various therapeutic applications. One of the most promising of these applications is as a natural remedy for cancer. The medical journal Cancer Letters recently published the results of a study conducted by a group of American researchers. This … [Read more...]
Want a younger brain? A polyphenol-rich extract of grape and blueberry found to reduce cognitive decline
The Journals of Gerontology; Biological and Medical Sciences have published a study that attests that the consumption of extracts from grape and blueberry stalls the decline of cognition in humans. This research was conducted by Canadian and French scientists. The scientists, who used human … [Read more...]
Ginger proven to be effective at treating tuberculosis
According to a study published in the Journal of Complementary and Integerative Medicine, ginger may be effective in the treatment of tuberculosis. The study, conducted at India's Sri Aubindo Institute of Medical Sciences, involved 69 pulmonary tuberculosis patients divided into two groups. Members … [Read more...]
Pomegranates have well over a hundred health benefits – are you aware of at least 2 of them?
Many people would not know that pomegranates have a lot of potential in them, especially when it comes to your health. First, pomegranates are very rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin B, and Vitamin C. They also contain a lot of other minerals like potassium, iron and calcium which help with a lot in the … [Read more...]
Horseradish contains 10x more glucosinolate than broccoli, making it a potent cancer-fighting superfood
There are a lot of reasons as to why people always say to eat your veggies. However, there are still so many individuals out there that do not believe in the power of vegetables. Many they do know that they are healthy but they cannot bring themselves to love them. Horseradish is one of those … [Read more...]
9 Ways You Can Naturally Improve Your Digestion
There are plenty of natural ways in which you can improve how the food you eat is able to go down. Eating naturally is a good place to start as your body will be more prone to breaking those things down. However, some people simply do not listen to the hints that their bodies are giving them. If you … [Read more...]
Tryptophan found to be necessary for better mental health
There are so many people in the world today that are suffering from mental health issues. They do not know what they are doing with their lives and they really struggle to maintain happiness. In a lot of ways, they feel as if they just cannot get going. This is a hard pill for people to swallow. … [Read more...]
Being deficient in vitamin D may worsen rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
Vitamin D is something that is really important for people to have in their diet. If you can incorporate it into your diet on a daily basis, then you are far ahead of other people. The truth of the matter is that people do not realize how important this vitamin is. Everyone learns and knows about … [Read more...]
Saffron Extract Helps Improve Depression and Anxiety
Hailing from the traditional medicine of Persian culture, saffron has also long been used as a popular culinary herb. Its vibrant red color and bold flavor are its defining characteristics- as is its reign as world's most expensive spice. Throughout history, this spice has been known to relax the … [Read more...]
Bee pollen is one of nature’s most complete superfoods – here’s why
Super foods are something that has been getting a lot of hype over the past couple of years. The most common super food that people have heard of is probably acai. People know the health benefits that come from it and as a result, they keep going back for more. Now, there are a lot of studies coming … [Read more...]
Study reveals the powerful pain-relieving properties of ashwagandha
Some people really struggle with pain as they get older. It is no secret that as you get older, things like your joints begin to deteriorate a little bit. It is something that is hard for some people to fathom and it can take a large toll on the body of someone. However, there are now some new ways … [Read more...]
Bioactive compounds in cocoa can keep heart healthy: Study
It's axiomatic that as humans age their hearts age and their vulnerability to negative cardiac events increases. Science has shown that a potentially deadly trifecta is at the base of the vulnerability, that is human blood pressure, cholesterol and arterial stiffness all climb to levels of concern … [Read more...]
Growing hemp is about to be legal for the first time in nearly a century
For many years, tradition has always been that certain drugs are illegal. This is what society was built on and as a result, older people are very old school in the things that they do. Now, it is very possible for young people to imagine a different generation. Hemp is something that is very close … [Read more...]
Study: A derivative of turmeric can be used in eye drops to treat glaucoma
Researchers from two London-based institutes of higher learning have revealed new findings about turmeric, an herb already widely recognized for an array of health-promoting properties. Most, if not all, of the properties are directly attributed to curcumin, a very potent, inherent component in … [Read more...]
High doses of vitamin C cured a patient of Zika virus – medical report
Zika virus, spread by mosquitoes, is a serious concern to many health agencies, because there is no specific vaccine or go-to pharmaceutical combatant of the illness. However, one patient that presented with the disease in Puerto Rico underwent a natural cure that worked very well, eliminating the … [Read more...]
Vitamin C study finds that previous studies have been deliberately using ridiculously low doses to test flu prevention effects
Vitamin C is one of those things that is absolutely essential when trying to stay healthy. It is something that should be included in each, and every, persons diet. It is key to fighting colds and for combating a flu that is incoming. Now, with that being said, there have been some studies that have … [Read more...]
Curcumin: A major breakthrough in cancer prevention and treatment?
Scientists and doctors are constantly looking to find new ways in which they can battle cancer. Obviously, cancer is one of those things that has affected so many people and their families. It is deadly and the uncertainty surrounding it makes it really stressful for all that are involved. However, … [Read more...]
Compounds in manuka honey fight off bacteria on multiple levels
The kind of substances that are present in manuka honey are very important. These substances have a lot of health benefits to them and many people do not feel as if they are able to understand the entirety of them. Many people have not even heard of this kind of honey as it is very different than … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking study looks at the regenerative potential of vitamin C for hormone health and cancer prevention
The intake of many different vitamins should be an essential part of anyone's diet. They need to be able to have as many vitamins as possible because of the abilities that it has to combat illness. Some people are better than others when it comes to religiously having their vitamins. Now, there are … [Read more...]
Propolis from honey bees is a powerful superfood that kills Candida albicans
Super foods around the world are getting more fan fare as more and more people start to believe in their use cases. If you are someone who believes in propolis as a super food, then know that you are not the only one. In fact, many people, doctors included, feel as if this super food can be the … [Read more...]
3 Research-Backed Rockstar Lemon Remedies That Really Work
Little do people know, lemons are actually really useful for trying to get healthy again. Lemons can be considered the rock star of fruits when it comes to combating illnesses. The properties of a lemon and the acidic nature of them make them good for combating viruses, or a cold. They clear up the … [Read more...]
Chasteberry increases fertility in women suffering from premature ovarian aging
As women get older, their bodies start to change in a lot of different ways. Men do not have to worry about their bodies changing in this way and as a result, they do not know how to sympathize with women going through this. If a women is suffering from premature ovarian aging, then it could be a … [Read more...]
Myrrh essential oil is a natural remedy for skin fungal infections
If you are a person that struggles with skin fungal infections, an essential oil called myrrh could come to some use for you. Myrrh is a resin collected from thorny tree species called Commiphora. Pharmaceutical Biology published a study done in Iran using the oil itself from myrrh and an ethanol … [Read more...]
Vitamins for Skin: 10 Best Supplements & Vitamins for Skin Health
There are plenty of vitamins out there that are so important for the overall health of a person. Some people value it more than others but the bottom line is that the intake of vitamins can make or break someone. Also, they are crucial for allowing your skin to look healthy and well. As people age, … [Read more...]
Could a hot pepper a day keep the doctor away?
Some people are reporting that hot peppers, or hot veggies in general, are really good for them and their health. In a lot of ways, it makes sense. By sniffing some of these hot foods, you can clear up your sinuses. Likewise, if you eat hot pepper, like a jalapeno, then your body reacts in a way of … [Read more...]
10 Herbs & Superfoods with Cannabinoids Similar to Cannabis
Cannabis is something that many people love to have in their lives. Of course, there are plenty of individuals who smoke weed consistently and this is their dose of cannabis. Many people see a negative stigma with the use of cannabis but some people think it is useful for ones health. With that … [Read more...]
Pomegranate juice found to combat systemic inflammation throughout the body
There are a lot of bodily functions that go on. Within your body, you will never believe all of the things that are constantly functioning at one given time. However, some people really suffer from something as simple as inflammation. Inflammation of anything in the body can lead to your way of life … [Read more...]
Fish oil supplements make children smarter, vastly improving reading ability in just 90 days
From a young age, children should be encouraged to read as much as possible. Reading is so important for learning and for allowing kids to critically think as they get older in life. The ones who read a lot when they are young have a great path to success. Now, there are studies being done that show … [Read more...]