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09/17/2018 / By Ralph Flores

A wild-growing flowering plant abundant in southwestern Asia found to protect the brain after menopause

Women who are anxious about the adverse effects of menopause may have found an ally in felty germander (Teucrium polium), a plant common to the Mediterranean region and southwestern Asia. In a study, published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, researchers from L. Orbeli Institute of Physiology in Armenia found that the plant is also able to fend […]

09/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Cat’s whiskers extract found to alleviate certain symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

Cat’s whiskers, an herb traditionally used to treat gout, arthritis, and other conditions related to inflammation, has been confirmed to improve symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. A team of researchers from Malaysia and Italy looked at the potential of cat’s whiskers extract to treat rheumatoid arthritis in a study published in the journal BMC Complementary and […]

09/07/2018 / By Ralph Flores

A traditional Malaysian medicine can help diabetics manage their blood sugar levels

Research published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests that a medicinal plant in Malaysia called the mempelas paya could be used to manage symptoms of diabetes. The study, led by scientists from the International Islamic University Malaysia, looked at traditional claims of the plant to have anti-diabetic properties and evaluated its efficacy. “Presently, scientists have become […]

09/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Reverse smoking damage with fresh apples and tomatoes: Study finds they repair lung tissue and slow aging of the lungs

It’s a known fact that smoking adversely affects the body, particularly the lungs. However, a study discovered a way to reverse the damage caused by smoking. In particular, a diet rich in fresh fruits, such as tomatoes and apples could repair lung tissue and slow the natural aging process of the lungs. A team of researchers from […]

09/05/2018 / By Janine Acero

Acupuncture found to relieve menstrual pain for up to a year, according to recent study

Acupuncture can alleviate the intensity and duration of menstrual cramps significantly, a recent study suggests. The Chinese traditional therapy was found to reduce these symptoms in more than half of the women in the study over eight weeks of treatment, with at least a 50 percent reduction in the reported severity of pain. Some of the participants […]

08/27/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Simple strategies that activate your body’s natural detoxification process

You may have tried or heard of different detoxification techniques, such as detox diets and juice cleanses, but there is one natural detox program by the body that you can activate. Autophagy, the body’s natural detoxification process, literally means “self-eating” in Greek. It can be considered as the ultimate detox for the body because it […]

08/17/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

This Oriental medicine protects postmenopausal women from memory decline

Memory loss in postmenopausal women is a serious but underreported condition. This is mainly due to most medical doctors ignoring other factors that may cause a decline in neurocognitive function other than aging. Take note that while memory decline may occur as you get older, it may also be a result from a decrease in […]

08/02/2018 / By Janine Acero

How sleep habits affect weight goals: Survey reveals the ideal sleep schedule for shedding pounds

Millions of adults are missing out on sleep, which leads to unhealthy lifestyle habits – such as excessive eating – in turn leading to a plethora of adverse health effects. A new survey reveals that a good night’s sleep, partnered with good eating habits, are the keys to successfully shedding those unwanted pounds and avoiding […]

07/23/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Supplements for IBS and IBD: 10 natural remedies to put out the fire in your gut

Studies have stated that around half of patients suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) or inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS) take some form of nutritional supplement. Countless research emphasizes the importance of proper supplementation in the prevention, management, and treatment of both gastrointestinal disorders. That said, nutritionists vary in their opinion on which supplement is the […]

07/15/2018 / By Bridgette Wilcox

Vitamin D found to substantially reduce risks of early menopause

Early menopause not only takes a toll on a woman’s physical health, but affects her emotional and mental well-being, too. It’s understandable, then, that delaying menopause is a matter of great importance to many women, and a subject of many scientific studies — many of which have found that delaying menopause often comes down to the things […]

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