Whether you’re a green tea enthusiast or you drink tea occasionally to cut back on your caffeine intake, you’ve probably heard that this kind of tea is one of the most beneficial drinks out there. While not all of the claims listed below are accurate, health experts confirm that green tea is a healthy drink that … Continue reading Does green tea really deserve its health halo? Experts say yes
The Health Benefits of Probiotics for Women
Source: The Health Benefits of Probiotics for Women by Dr. Edward Group Appreciation for the role probiotic bacteria play in promoting good health has reached the mainstream, and more people than ever before are taking notice. Whether they’re reaching for yogurt or kombucha or taking a probiotic supplement, it’s common knowledge that probiotics offer huge health benefits. Not … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Probiotics for Women
Study confirms a very low-carb diet can help manage Type 1 diabetes
Adhering to a very low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet can help improve blood sugar control in people with Type 1 diabetes, according to a study published in the journal Pediatrics. This finding was based on the results of an observational trial on children with Type 1 diabetes who follow a low-carb diet. In the study led by Belinda Lennerz … Continue reading Study confirms a very low-carb diet can help manage Type 1 diabetes
How often Should You Wash Your Hair?
Source: How often Should You Wash Your Hair? by Dr. Edward Group Washing your hair seems like a straightforward thing: lather, rinse, repeat. But ask five people and they probably all wash their hair at different frequencies — and may not even be sure if they should wash more or less often. Washing too frequently can … Continue reading How often Should You Wash Your Hair?
Oncology massage and healing touch are natural alternatives for pain relief in cancer patients
Pain is a common and distressing side effect of cancer and its associated treatments. Fortunately, a team of researchers from Atrium Health hasfound natural alternatives that provide immediate relief from cancer-related pain. In their study, the research team found that both healing touch and oncology massage therapies can relieve pain brought about by cancer. The study, which was … Continue reading Oncology massage and healing touch are natural alternatives for pain relief in cancer patients
How sleep deprivation affects your physical and mental health
When was the last time you’ve had seven to eight hours of sleep? If it’s been a long time since — or if you can’t even remember the answer to that question — it’s probably time to start getting more sleep before it’s too late. People tend to underestimate the power of a good night’s … Continue reading How sleep deprivation affects your physical and mental health
Here’s what the research says about intermittent fasting
Intermittent fasting may be incredibly popular these days, but the eating plan is actually not something new. In fact, its roots can be traced back to many ancient religious and cultural practices. A common misconception that people have when it comes to intermittent fasting is that it’s simply starving oneself. However, this eating plan is not about depriving the body of … Continue reading Here’s what the research says about intermittent fasting
Crohn’s Disease Diet: Best & Worst Foods
Source: Crohn’s Disease Diet: Best & Worst Foods by Dr. Edward Group Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that is becoming more common. People with this illness often find it debilitating and are always seeking new ways to improve their lifestyle and live with less discomfort and disruption. One of the ways people … Continue reading Crohn’s Disease Diet: Best & Worst Foods
This Japanese herbal medicine reduces asthma in patients with upper airway disease
Research has found that traditional medicine could hold the key to managing asthma, especially in patients with upper airway disease. In a study published in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, a team of scientists from Japan revealed that Shin’iseihaito, a herbal medicine traditionally used in Japanese medicine, can potentially reduce the incidence of asthma in … Continue reading This Japanese herbal medicine reduces asthma in patients with upper airway disease
Nine ways to experience the magic of Manuka honey
As far as sweeteners go, honey has been around for thousands of years and has been used as a food and a potent natural remedy. Unfortunately, like most foods produced today, the potency has been greatly diminished through various processing techniques and profitable short cuts that have left many honeys devoid of enzymes and nutrients and … Continue reading Nine ways to experience the magic of Manuka honey
