Want healthier, shinier hair? Use olive oil as a natural conditioner

Olive oil is not only one of the healthiest oils available, but it is also among the most versatile. In fact, experts in hair care recommend using olive oil for different kinds of hair treatments, from moisturizing to deep conditioning. The benefits of olive oil for hair Gabrielle Corney, a licensed cosmetologist based in New York, explains that olive oil … Continue reading Want healthier, shinier hair? Use olive oil as a natural conditioner

A healthy lifestyle is the main key in managing (and even treating) hypertension, according to Ayurveda

Ayurveda is an ancient form of natural medicine that originated from India. It is similar to traditional Chinese medicine and homeopathic medicine, and it relies purely on natural therapies. In an article written by researchers from India, they reviewed available Ayurvedic literature to understand the physiology of blood pressure and the cause and development of hypertension from an Ayurvedic perspective. … Continue reading A healthy lifestyle is the main key in managing (and even treating) hypertension, according to Ayurveda

An Ayurvedic approach to hypertension

In this article, researchers from India provide a detailed review of available Ayurvedic literature to understand the physiology of blood pressure and etio-pathogenesis of hypertension from the perspective of Ayurveda. Their review was published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. Different theories have been proposed to explain hypertension from an Ayurvedic perspective, but there is no … Continue reading An Ayurvedic approach to hypertension

Electroacupuncture found to improve blood flow and skin temperature in patients with poor blood supply to the heart

Electroacupuncture can enhance blood flow and skin temperature of patients with myocardial ischemia, a condition in which the heart does not get enough blood supply, according to a study published in the Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine. A team of researchers from the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine carried out a study on the effect of electroacupuncture on … Continue reading Electroacupuncture found to improve blood flow and skin temperature in patients with poor blood supply to the heart

Improving blood flow to fight disease: Whole-body vibration therapy found to increase blood and oxygen delivery

A meta-analysis published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) may significantly improve blood flow kinetics and boost oxygen delivery across the body, making it a viable treatment for a variety of degenerative diseases. The researchers pooled data from up to seven clinical trials and studies as part of the meta-analysis. The scientists explained … Continue reading Improving blood flow to fight disease: Whole-body vibration therapy found to increase blood and oxygen delivery

Yoga can increase blood flow, aiding in repair and regeneration of tissue

Research has found out that yoga improves the way our organs function. In particular, yoga stimulates bone marrow stem cells trafficking to the blood surrounding it. This, in turn, helps reduce inflammation, reduce apoptosis, revive lost cells and delay the aging process. The results of this study were published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. In … Continue reading Yoga can increase blood flow, aiding in repair and regeneration of tissue

Attacking the “root” of Raynaud’s Phenomenon

It is no surprise that the medical community cannot establish a root cause for Raynaud's, referring to it as either idiopathic, or more commonly, a phenomenon. Also known as RS, Raynaud's is a vasospastic disorder, or constriction of blood vessels, which severely decrease blood supply to the extremities, causing discoloration of the fingers and toes, and sometimes … Continue reading Attacking the “root” of Raynaud’s Phenomenon

Benefits of beets documented to defeat cancer

Beets have long been known as a healthy source of nutrients, but – now, more than ever – scientific evidence continues to support beets as a natural cure for cancer.  Labeled “beet root chemotherapy” by some health experts, actual scientific research reveals the astounding cases of remission in cancer patients who were given high concentrations of … Continue reading Benefits of beets documented to defeat cancer

Anemia sufferers – Improve your absorption of iron

Even people, who are aware of their bodies and make healthy choices with food and beverages, may find themselves in an iron-deficient anemic state. At times, simply knowing which foods are high in iron may not be enough to prevent becoming anemic. Understanding which habits support, and which may inhibit, the body's absorption of iron … Continue reading Anemia sufferers – Improve your absorption of iron

Use whole body vibration exercise for weight loss, bone density and muscle building

Whole Body Vibration is believed to be the exercise staple of the future and may become as common as today's treadmill. Here is some background, as well as facts, features and benefits of whole body vibration machines and why you might want to use one today along with your cardio routine for lasting benefits tomorrow … Continue reading Use whole body vibration exercise for weight loss, bone density and muscle building