Electroacupuncture can be used as an effective alternative treatment for mild cognitive impairment (MCI), according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. In this paper, its benefits on mild cognitive impairment were investigated in comparison to Western interventions. Almost half of the people with MCI tend to progress … Continue reading Electroacupuncture confirmed an effective alternative treatment for mild cognitive impairment
Natural solutions for an ear infection
The next time you get an ear infection, you can alleviate much of the pain with the use of several home remedies. These natural treatments can relieve the considerable irritation and pain caused by the ailment. The middle ear contains a hollow channel called the Eustachian tube. This tube serves as a physical bridge between the ear and the throat. An … Continue reading Natural solutions for an ear infection
Fathers Affected by Early Life Trauma May Impact Later Generations Through Sperm MicroRNAs
When it comes to reproductive health, it’s no secret that a pregnant mother’s choices and environment can severely impact her child’s epigenetics and health—especially mothers suffering from PTSD. But it turns out fathers who have suffered significant stress early on in their life may also epigenetically impact the physical and mental health of their offspring. It was previously … Continue reading Fathers Affected by Early Life Trauma May Impact Later Generations Through Sperm MicroRNAs
It’s a double whammy – Type 2 diabetes linked to erectile dysfunction
A study published in the American Journal of Human Genetics concludes that there is a distinct and unique connection between Type 2 diabetes and the risk for erectile dysfunction (ED). This is one the first few studies that have determined that diabetes, independent of other risk factors, can affect a man’s ability to get or maintain an erection. … Continue reading It’s a double whammy – Type 2 diabetes linked to erectile dysfunction
From reduced glaucoma risk to better skin, here are 8 reasons to eat collard greens
If you’re planning to add more greens in your diet, try collard greens, also known as collards. These loose-leafed vegetables are commonly grown in the southern parts of the world, including Portugal, Brazil, and the southern U.S. These greens are a great addition to your diet because they offer these health benefits: Collard greens are rich … Continue reading From reduced glaucoma risk to better skin, here are 8 reasons to eat collard greens
Dad’s Life Experiences May Epigenetically Influence His Children’s Health
Mothers have often – unfortunately and unfairly – had to carry the burden of being “to blame” for any of their child’s health-related shortcomings. When pregnant women are advised: eat more of this but not too much of that, drink this but definitely none of that… why does dad get off scot-free amid these typically well-intentioned suggestions? Previous studies … Continue reading Dad’s Life Experiences May Epigenetically Influence His Children’s Health
Obesity, diabetes, and liver health: Scientists explain the relationship that leads to insulin resistance
In 2016, over 650 million people were diagnosed with obesity. Described as an abnormal or excessive fat accumulation, obesity is known to be detrimental to health, causing cardiovascular diseases and Type-2 diabetes. Many studies have associated obesity with Type-2 diabetes, but why they did was never completely understood. This lack of information led to a study conducted … Continue reading Obesity, diabetes, and liver health: Scientists explain the relationship that leads to insulin resistance
Happier and healthier: Curcumin-rich turmeric can help ease depression and anxiety, researchers find
Arthritis, diabetes, cancer, inflammation… the list of conditions that curcumin can help with is pretty impressive, with many common physical ailments benefiting to some degree from the compound found in turmeric. However, curcumin really puts the “super” in “superfood” by not just enhancing physical health but mental health as well – and we can now … Continue reading Happier and healthier: Curcumin-rich turmeric can help ease depression and anxiety, researchers find
Taking on Superbugs, Syphilis and Gonorrhoeae with Iodine
Time Magazine reported that this week marks one year since world leaders met at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City in 2016 and unanimously committed to tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR). The risks of not doing so were clear: a recent report estimated that if AMR continued to spread at its current rate, there … Continue reading Taking on Superbugs, Syphilis and Gonorrhoeae with Iodine
Learn how to identify magnesium deficiency, and what foods fix it
Magnesium — often called the master mineral — is involved in more than 300 metabolic processes in our bodies, including protein synthesis, calcium regulation, vitamin D absorption, blood glucose control, muscle and nerve function, and blood pressure regulation. Dr. Norman Shealy, a pioneer in pain medicine, even said that “every known illness is associated with a … Continue reading Learn how to identify magnesium deficiency, and what foods fix it
