Archives for May 2019

A cardiac arrhythmia, also known as an irregular heartbeat, is a condition that can be very dangerous if left untreated. Conventional medical solutions include medications and pacemakers, which come with unpleasant and risky side effects. To prevent a cardiac arrhythmia, consume a diet with foods … [Read more...]

The Indian gooseberry may have the ability to reduce your levels of bad cholesterol and your total triglyceride level. In a clinical study of 98 people, the ones who took Indian gooseberry had lower cholesterol and triglycerides. The scientists also noted a drop in blood sugar, suggesting other … [Read more...]

Vitamin D has many benefits, and now, it's been found it may help weight loss in obese children. It helps absorb calcium so bones and teeth stay healthy, but the body does not produce it on its own. Outside vitamin D though, there are other ways to help with obesity: Have them spend less time on … [Read more...]

The fear of putting on weight makes many people to avoid junk food. But the real fear is that these junk foods such as candies and snacks can increase one’s risk of having cancer. Experts who have studied cancer for a long time say that in integrative medicine most cancer is caused by one’s … [Read more...]

The process of aging is complex and it can lead to several muscular disorders. Some researchers have undertaken studies on this to find out how age can change the skeletal muscles and how vitamin E can be used to counteract those changes. The three types of muscles in the body are skeletal, cardiac, … [Read more...]

Recent Tufts University research suggests that walnut consumption can help to mitigate chronic inflammation and ward off cognitive problems. Walnuts have the ability to help your body regulate its inflammatory responses in a way that can protect your brain from damage. This reinforces earlier … [Read more...]

Coconut oil is obtained through coconut kernels. It can give special benefits when it is used before going to bed. Coconut oil has medium-chain triglycerides in it. The Journal of Neutraceuticals and Functional Foods released a study that showed that MCT can help treat obesity, dyslipidemia, and … [Read more...]

Eating sugar has been linked to various problems like diabetes, but recent research links it to a higher risk of having osteoporosis which is a condition characterized by having brittle bones that break easily. Researchers were considering the effects of table salt and refined sugar on osteoporosis … [Read more...]

Reishi mushrooms are very popular in Chinese and Japanese traditional diets. They are red-varnished and kidney shaped mushrooms. According to a recent study, this mushroom can be used to treat oxidative stress, lower cholesterol, and prevent the spread of cancer. The research study was done in a … [Read more...]

Regular chocolate is a very tasty snack to many persons, but they fail to realize that it is made from raw cacao. Raw cacao has many health benefits that make it more beneficial than regular chocolate. Some of the health benefits that are outlined are: 1. It is full of important vitamins and … [Read more...]

A study that was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has discovered that the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of maoberry makes it suitable for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. The study that was carried out in Thailand used rats that were fed a … [Read more...]

The saying that an ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure is a truity that is why British researchers are asking people to eat more whole grains and certain foods which have high dietary fiber if they are at risk of cancer, diabetes, and heart diseases. The study was commissioned by … [Read more...]

Research by the University of Texas Austin revealed that compounds found in a variety of foods — including red grapes, apple peels, various other fruits and the spice turmeric — can fight prostate cancer. While up to 142 natural compounds from food may have some benefits against prostate cancer, … [Read more...]

Peanut butter is a popular snack, and eating it before bed can be extra useful. The tryptophan found in peanut butter can really help you get a more restful night of sleep, especially when mixed with the carbohydrates of something like a bagel. When combined with whole grain crackers or something … [Read more...]

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin, and an "essential vitamin". But it does much more than just being another B vitamin. Here are some benefits to supplementation: Prevents deficiency, boosts energy levels, supports growth development, keeps skin, hair, and nails healthy, improves your mood, … [Read more...]

Studies by University of Delaware researchers suggest that the polyunsaturated fats found in walnuts may help to fix sperm cell damage and increase male fertility. Studies in mice suggests that these polyunsaturated fats can mitigate peroxidative damage to sperm, and improve sperm morphology. … [Read more...]

The Mediterranean diet has proven to significantly reduce the risk of heart disease in individuals. They have found that the diet is successful in not only preventing heart disease, but also helping to reduce the mortality rate of people already diagnosed with the disease. This diet involves eating … [Read more...]

With everything we now know about the health benefits of certain foods, it is easier than ever to stock your pantry with delicious and nutritious staples. For instance, avocado oil is packed with beneficial monounsaturated fats and is perfect for high heat cooking. Collagen peptide powder is a … [Read more...]

Some people who take on the keto diet find themselves lowering their blood pressure, improving blood glucose levels, and even getting more energy. Those people are finding that the problem is that they have high cholesterol and worry about their health. Some dieters experienced improved lipids, but … [Read more...]

Vitamin D and magnesium are necessary for optimum health. Vitamin D can help the immune system while protecting against such diseases as cancer and dementia. Additionally, magnesium helps prevent against stroke, type 2 diabetes, and support hearth health. Sadly, it is estimated that 80% of Americans … [Read more...]

A Chinese study was recently conducted that included patients who were undergoing treatment for osteoporosis. Researchers wanted to conclude whether or not tea consumption had a direct correlation to mineral density within the bones. The results showed that tea consumption definitely increased bone … [Read more...]

Living with chronic pain and inflammation can be exhausting, but there are several vitamins and minerals that can help in both pain and inflammation reduction in order to heighten a patient's overall quality of life. Phosphate and calcium regulation is dependent on vitamin D, so consuming adequate … [Read more...]

More than 300 different metabolic processes in the human body make use of magnesium. Magnesium Deficiency is often hard to detect, since it can cause a wide array of symptoms, such as extreme fatigue and weakness, abnormal heart rhythms, and muscle twitches or weakness. Very little magnesium is … [Read more...]

An alarming piece of Harvard University research indicates that even FDA-approves drugs have a roughly twenty percent chance of some kind of serious side effect. Concerns over pharmaceutical side effects have helped feed the growing popularity of phytotherapy, the practice of treating patients with … [Read more...]

Many people associate tea as just a morning and afternoon pick-me-up due to the high levels of caffeine that can often be present in a single eight ounce serving, but there are many calming teas that have the ability to promote a sounder sleep. One of these is lavender tea. Lavender extract is known … [Read more...]

A recent study was performed where researchers were hoping to find a correlation between human health, white onion, and garlic. Surprisingly, the study showed that the powerful antioxidants and polyphenols located in both of these forms of produce have the ability to lower blood pressure while also … [Read more...]

There are many myths about the Keto diet. Basically, it is a conversion process that takes the body from burning sugars, or glucose, which is a quick form of energy, to burning fats, which are a longer source of energy. Fats contain just over two times the calories per gram, so when one converts … [Read more...]