Has St. John’s wort been decanonized? The herb, which is used on a regular basis by more than 1.5 million Americans, showed “remarkably negative” results in treating major depression, according to a double-blind study published in the Journal of the…
Phytos That Fight Cancer
Unlike vitamins and minerals the thousands of phytochemicals in plants don’t seem to have any nutritive value, but they apparently protect the body against cancer, heart disease and other illnesses. The best known Phytochemical is beta-carotene, the vitamin A precursor…
Affair of the Heart: Dealing with Mitral Valve Prolapse
Feeling a bit light-headed lately? Experiencing occasional palpitations or trouble concentrating? If so, you might be in love or, conversely, suffering from a very different affair of the heart: mitral valve prolapse.
Avoid the Heart Burn
ALTHOUGH fit guys are less likely to experience heartburn than their big-bellied brethren, exercise itself can sometimes trigger an indigestion attack. Before you say, I can’t believe lifted the whole thing, University of New Mexico exercise physiologist Robert Robergs, Ph.D.…
Heart Healthy Housework
DO YOU DREAD DOING CHORES? Here’s a surefire procrastination buster: A report from Indiana University concludes that around-the-house activities like cleaning and gardening actually help lower blood pressure. Researchers examined 28 people, ages 42 to 63, and determined that four…
“E” is for Eye Sight
Vitamin E may offer protection against cataracts an eye disease that’s the world’s leading cause of blindness. The results of a five-year study of 408 women by the USDA Nutrition Research Center at Tufts University suggest that taking vitamin E…
Adult Acne: It’s a Lot More Common Than You Think
While it is true that acne most commonly appears during the teenage years, it is just as true that a large percentage of individuals suffer from adult acne. In fact, figures show that as much as 25 percent of men…
Finding Out More About Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis And Alopecia Universalis
Alopecia is a general term referring to hair loss which usually affects the scalp. However there are many different types of Alopecia, all with different effects on the body and that require different treatments. This article focuses on some of…
Alzheimer’s: Prevent it now!
Do you think you can avoid Alzheimer’s? Many people think mental health is more important than physical health. We desire to keep our brains sharp and focus while remaining relax, calm and comfortable with our emotions. If you are living…
Natural Cures for Extra Dry Skin
Dry skin is uncomfortable and unsightly. Have you wondered what will help dry skin? Many people with dry skin find that ingredients in commercially available lotions are irritating to their delicate skin. They find themselves wondering about gentle products with…