Bad news, salt lovers — a recent study says that over 90 percent of salts sold across the world contain microplastics. The study, published in the journal Environmental Science and Technology, looked at 39 salt brands from 21 countries, including the U.S. and China. Microplastics refer to plastic debris less than five millimeters in length — around the size of … Continue reading Over 90 percent of salt brands contain MICROPLASTICS, scientists find
Study: Vitamin D deficiency found to increase the risk of fatal coronavirus infections and a deadly “cytokine storm”
People suffering from vitamin D deficiency have a higher risk of contracting a fatal coronavirus infection, a new study has revealed. A research team from Northwestern University conducted a statistical analysis of data gathered from hospitals and clinics across different countries such as China, France, Germany, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United … Continue reading Study: Vitamin D deficiency found to increase the risk of fatal coronavirus infections and a deadly “cytokine storm”
Study: Pressure on blood vessels that decreases cerebral blood flow may be linked to Alzheimer’s
The brain works similar to a computer in that both can hold and process plenty of information. But the brain also shares a computer’s need for a reliable source of power to function properly. This power is provided in the form of glucose and oxygen found in the blood. However, some neurological diseases disrupt this … Continue reading Study: Pressure on blood vessels that decreases cerebral blood flow may be linked to Alzheimer’s
Antioxidants in Indian gooseberry help maintain cardiovascular health and boost immunity
Dietary supplements are made from different natural sources, but they have one common purpose: to support a person’s bodily functions and systems. Now, a recent study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine indicates that supplements made from amla extract (Indian gooseberry) can support cardiovascular health by improving endothelial function, reducing markers of oxidative stress and boosting immune … Continue reading Antioxidants in Indian gooseberry help maintain cardiovascular health and boost immunity
New study says people with blood type A more likely to catch the coronavirus
People with blood type A have a significantly higher risk of getting infected by the coronavirus than people with other blood types. Meanwhile, those with type O blood, the most common blood type, have a much lower risk. These findings were reported by Chinese researchers on Monday in a study posted on the pre-print server for health sciences, medRxiv. According to … Continue reading New study says people with blood type A more likely to catch the coronavirus
Fasting helps reduce fat in an unexpected area: Researchers suggest fasting can also help reduce diabetes risk
Abstaining from foods and drinks for a set period of time may be good for your health, especially if you’re at risk of diabetes, according to a recent study. German researchers looked at the metabolic benefits of intermittent fasting and found that it can prevent fat accumulation in the pancreas — an event linked not only to obesity, but also … Continue reading Fasting helps reduce fat in an unexpected area: Researchers suggest fasting can also help reduce diabetes risk
A closer look at the natural ways to protect yourself against coronavirus
In recent months, the coronavirus pandemic — originating from Wuhan, China — has been taking the world by storm with more cases being reported daily. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus recently announced that there are more than 118,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide and that 4,291 have lost their lives to the infectious … Continue reading A closer look at the natural ways to protect yourself against coronavirus
Yes, coronavirus is airborne and a new study proves it
Just wash your hands and cough into your sleeve, they say. But is this really enough to prevent transmission of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19)? Absolutely not, at least if the findings of a new study on the novel pathogen’s survivability in air and on surfaces are any indication. Researchers from the United States Centers for Disease Control … Continue reading Yes, coronavirus is airborne and a new study proves it
Marigolds possess a natural repellent against devastating pests
Do you worry about your plants being infested by pests? Try planting marigolds near them. Gardeners have practiced “companion planting” where marigolds are planted around tomato plants for protection against insects. This practice isn’t new, but its effectiveness is now backed by science. In a recent study, researchers from Newcastle University’s School of Natural and Environmental Sciences in the U.K. … Continue reading Marigolds possess a natural repellent against devastating pests
Natural ways to boost your immunity as coronavirus spreads
During the last half of December 2019, the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) began spreading throughout China. To date, researchers around the globe are scrambling to find a cure for COVID-19, which has already infected hundreds of thousands of people, and claimed thousands of lives. But what if the key to staying healthy during a pandemic is strengthening your immunity … Continue reading Natural ways to boost your immunity as coronavirus spreads
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 