In ancient times, the Mayan and Aztec civilizations relied on chia seeds as a dietary staple. These days, chia seeds have taken their ranks among some of the world’s healthiest superfoods. Chia seeds are loaded with nutrients, but they contain a minimal calorie content. If your pantry is in need of more nutrient-dense but affordable … Continue reading Why chia seeds, an ancient superfood, are worth having in your pantry
The risk factors of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., but recent studies have ranked it third after they found that deaths caused by this disease were underreported. In addition, many people who potentially have Alzheimer’s never receive a diagnosis for their condition. Given this development, this puts Alzheimer’s disease just behind heart disease … Continue reading The risk factors of Alzheimer’s disease
Dreamless sleep actually contributes to illness, according to sleep expert
According to a recently published comprehensive review of data, dreamless sleep can contribute to illness, as reported on Science Daily. Rubin Naiman, a sleep and dream specialist at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, examined data regarding the causes and extent of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and dream loss related to medications, substance use disorders, sleep … Continue reading Dreamless sleep actually contributes to illness, according to sleep expert
Fast food prior to pregnancy found to increase risk of gestational diabetes
A team of researchers from the Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health at the Medicine Faculty of the University of Navarra in Spain discovered that eating fast food before being pregnant may increase the risk of the woman developing gestational diabetes. In the study, the researchers analyzed the data of more than 3,000 women who got pregnant between … Continue reading Fast food prior to pregnancy found to increase risk of gestational diabetes
Have you heard of wolf’s bane? This pretty yellow plant has many medicinal uses
Wolf’s bane (Arnica montana) is a medicinal flowering plant that’s also known as mountain arnica. Wolf’s bane thrives in arid, mountainous regions. The flowering plant, which belongs to about 30 plants in the genus Arnica, looks like a large yellow daisy. According to Judith Ladner, who writes for the website Grassland Species, the word arnica comes from the Greek word “arnakis,” which means … Continue reading Have you heard of wolf’s bane? This pretty yellow plant has many medicinal uses
Daily green tea consumption found to slash dementia risk by up to 86%
Daily consumption of tea may help keep dementia at bay, new research says. Researcher at the National University of Singapore examined the tea intake of 957 adults older than 55 years old for more than 12 years. Study data show that regular tea consumption is associated with a 50 percent reduced risk of developing dementia. Data also reveals that people … Continue reading Daily green tea consumption found to slash dementia risk by up to 86%
Good for your skin too: Topically applying dong quai can improve pruritus
Dong quai (Angelica sinensis), also known as female ginseng, is a medicinal plant widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. A study found that among its various medicinal benefits is the ability to provide relief from atopic dermatitis, otherwise known as eczema. In the study, the researchers induced eczema in mice by applying 2,4-dinitrochlorobenzene (DNCB), a skin irritant known … Continue reading Good for your skin too: Topically applying dong quai can improve pruritus
The science behind curcumin’s healing properties
Turmeric’s long history as a culinary spice dates all the way back to 2,500 years before Christ. This bright yellow, strongly flavored spice has also been used since at least 500 B.C.E. as an essential part of Ayurvedic medicine in India – and no wonder, since curcumin, the substance which gives the spice its bright … Continue reading The science behind curcumin’s healing properties
Have you ever asked yourself what the possible dangers of 5G could be?
The dawn of the next generation of internet is upon us, but that may not be such a good thing. While proponents of the 5G (fifth generation) network are singing its praises, some experts have launched criticisms over the potential dangers presented by this new technology. In addition to the concerns about the lack of … Continue reading Have you ever asked yourself what the possible dangers of 5G could be?
Strength training improves brain power, recent studies show
Did you know that strength training benefits more than just physical health? Many studies have shown that strength training can improve brain health, especially in older adults. Strength training is widely known for its benefits on the physical body; it can build and maintain muscle mass and strength, even in older adults. In recent years, researchers … Continue reading Strength training improves brain power, recent studies show
