Losing weight isn't always easy, which is why some people turn to herbal diet supplements to help them shed pounds. In the U.S., we are often surrounded by commercials for unhealthy snacks and fast food restaurants that make it difficult to stay on track with a diet. Recently, research published in the journal Environment [...] [...more]
Chocolate has typically been considered to be a guilty pleasure for those who indulge in the tasty food. However, lovers of the rich candy may not have to eliminate it from their diets. Researchers from San Diego State University recently found that eating chocolate may have sickness prevention qualities. Dark chocolate contains large amounts of [...] [...more]
A recent study by researchers at Long Island University (LIU) suggests oregano, a common herb seasoning found on pizza and other Italian dishes, could be beneficial in the treatment of prostate cancer. Pizza, interestingly enough, has many ingredients that may provide sickness prevention abilities. The positive benefits of tomato products on prostate health have been [...] [...more]
For people who are unable to sleep and looking to get much needed rest, it may be beneficial to consider an herbal insomnia supplement to help alleviate symptoms. Proper sleep is crucial in maintaining proper bodily functioning. In fact, a recent study from Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit suggests that insomnia may worsen the effect [...] [...more]
Officials have observed a steady rise of both obesity and rheumatoid arthritis in the U.S., and a recent study from Mayo Clinic researchers suggests there may be a link between between the two disorders in women. Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful autoimmune disorder that causes tissue and joint inflammation that usually affects women more than [...] [...more]
Vitamin C has been well known for its wide range of sickness prevention benefits, and still remains a top choice for many immune system-boosting therapies. Now, a recent study by Johns Hopkins University scientists suggests that large doses of vitamin C may also play a role in maintaining healthy blood pressure. Edgar Miller, M.D., Ph.D., [...] [...more]
Researchers from the University of Copenhagen have studied the effect of dieting as a way to help children affected with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The results of their research have shown there are potential benefits to restricting certain foods, but the area needs to be explored further. Within the study, there have been some [...] [...more]
Individuals who want to stay healthy as they age should consider taking an herbal anti-aging supplement, along with making sure they exercise and eat right. Part of consuming a healthy diet should include blueberries and strawberries, which are high in flavonoids. According to a recent study published in the Annals of Neurology, these fruits [...] [...more]
A recent study issued in The Journal of Neuroscience has documented that aging animals display cellular changes in the area of the brain that regulates the sleep cycle. These results may explain why many older Americans have insomnia and other sleep disorders. The researchers analyzed isolated neurons in the brain that regular sleep patterns, which [...] [...more]
According to research from the University of Chicago Medical Center, many Americans do not follow guidelines set forth for prostate cancer screenings. The United States Preventive Services Task Force has recommended against cancer screenings for men aged 75 or older claiming that the risks outweigh the benefits, yet nearly half of those in that age [...] [...more]
