Archive | September, 2011

As part of the American Insomnia Study, researchers discovered that having this condition is costing the average worker 11.3 days, or $2,280 in loss of productivity.

Insomnia robbing Americans of more than just a good night’s sleep

Millions of Americans suffer from insomnia, and many people turn to powerful prescription medications to get to sleep. Unfortunately, these medications carry a risk of dependency, suggesting that individuals may want to consider trying a natural insomnia supplement first. Often, people wait to see if their sleep disorder will resolve itself, and this could be [...] [...more]

One of these natural treatments is yoga, which has been found by researchers at York University to produce a stress-reducing hormone that decreases pain in fibromyalgia patients.

Yoga may combat joint discomfort

Joint pain is something that affects almost everyone by the age of 70. For arthritis and other conditions that cause this discomfort, there are many natural joint supplements on the market that can potentially increase bone health without the dangerous side effects of prescription drugs. There are also several holistic remedies that a person experiencing pain [...] [...more]

Now, protecting this part of the body may be as simple as adding an extra serving of broccoli to the dinner plate.

Broccoli may boost prostate health

There are many holistic ways for individuals to help protect their prostate from developing cancer. [...more]

Recently, researchers have found that healthy eating habits may start in the womb.

Mice that are fed fatty foods during pregnancy have unhealthy offspring

While some people turn to surgical measures to combat obesity there are many natural techniques and weight loss supplements that can potentially help individuals manage their size. [...more]

Study authors suggested that early psychological treatment may benefit individuals with insomnia before they turn to prescription drugs.

Insomnia may be more prevalent if it runs in the family

Many people have trouble sleeping, but having difficulty getting to bed at night is different than insomnia. [...more]

Prostate health is an issue that should be at the forefront of every man's mind.

Men tend to be unrealistic about post-prostate surgery function

Prostate health is an issue that should be at the forefront of every man's mind. [...more]

One change researchers are suggesting people who want to lose weight may want to consider is as easy as eating a lighter lunch.

Eating a smaller lunch may help cut calories without leaving you hungry

Many people who struggle with their weight are lured by the "quick fix" appeal of weight-loss surgery [...more]

Some examples the medical news site gave were fish, yogurts, nuts and whole grains.

Anti-aging options without the surgery

Both men and women are always searching for ways to age gracefully. [...more]

The channel quoted the National Sleep Foundation as saying that the best sleep environment is dark, quiet, comfortable and cool with little noise. The bedroom should be a private space for sleeping, not an office or any other distraction-filled place.

Ritual and a comfortable environment are the key to getting a good sleep

The National Center for Biotechnology Information states that insomnia is a chronic inability to sleep or experiencing non-refreshing sleep for at least one month. [...more]

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