Close to half of all states in the United States have passed laws in recent years allowing the use of marijuana as a medicine when a prescription from a doctor is obtained. Two states, Colorado and Washington, now allow cannabis…
Lack of Exercise (NOT Eating Too Much) May Explain Obesity Epidemic, Says Study
The rising obesity epidemic in the United States may be explained more by lack of physical activity, than by excessive eating, according to a study published earlier this year in the American Journal of Medicine. Researchers examined national data from…
Is It Possible to Change Gut Bacteria Through Diet?
By now, many people know about the vital importance of friendly bacteria that live in and on our bodies. So important are these microscopic organisms, that the average person has one hundred trillion of them! Humans carry about 2-5 lbs.…
Walking Periodically for Just a Few Minutes Is Very Beneficial When Sitting for Hours, Study Finds
Studies have made quite clear in recent years just how important frequent exercise is for reducing the risk of many common modern-day maladies — from high blood cholesterol, to diabetes, to memory and cognition impairments and even some cancers. We’ve…
Treated Sewer Sludge Used on Farmland Is Contaminating Soil with Toxic Chemicals
Yet another important reason for consumers in the United States and throughout the world to use natural products whenever possible, to meet their daily needs. Whether it’s chemical disinfectants, pharmaceutical drugs or hormone-disrupting phthalates added to plastics to make them…
Cardiovascular Health in Young Adults Is Important for Brain Function in Midlife
Cardiovascular Health in Young Adults Is Important for Brain Function in Midlife Previous studies have found that cardiovascular disease in middle age or later is associated with mental decline in older years. A new study indicates that, likewise, poor cardiovascular…
Depression, Anxiety and Hostility Raise Risk of Stroke, Says Study
Many people know that traumatic or highly stressful events can cause a person’s heart to stop; but a new study has found that depression, anxiety and hostility are also associated with a higher risk for stroke. Researchers found that depression…
Eating Deli Meats, Sausages, Salami Linked to Heart Failure in Men, According to Study
Sure, they’re convenient, and they’re often the only choice when you’re out and about. But when it comes to heart health, a new Swedish study shows men do best avoiding these and other processed red meats. The study, published online…
Can Stress Induce Allergy Attacks?
A recent study finds that stress may bring on symptoms of allergies in seasonal-allergy sufferers. Researchers monitored 179 people with hay fever for 12 weeks; 39 percent of them had more than one flare-up. People who had the flare-ups had…
Poor Cardiovascular Health Can Lead to Decreased Memory and Cognition, Says Study
Having a healthy cardiovascular system is of course important for long-term health and longevity. A new study finds that it is also associated with better memory and cognitive function. The study found that people with poor cardiovascular health were more…