Although natural diabetes remedies may help keep symptoms at bay, scientists have discovered five new gene variants that could raise blood sugar, increasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. According to a new study published in Nature Genetics conducted by the Meta-Analyses of Glucose and Insulin Related Traits Consortium (MAGIC), it would seem that
These days, vegetarians and vegans can more easily follow a balanced and healthy diet but there are still some nutritional needs they should keep an eye on, according to the Mayo Clinic. In the February issue of Mayo Clinic Womens HealthSource, the experts give advice on how to ensure you are getting adequate levels
Individuals who follow an alkaline diet that focuses on the consumption of whole grains, vegetables and fruits may want to consider expanding their horizons to a similar diet know as the Mediterranean, which also incorporates fish and fatty acids. Findings that were presented during the American Academy of Neurologys 62nd Annual Meeting indicated that individuals
Its common knowledge that individuals can start healthy eating habits such as an alkaline diet in order to keep weight down. However, a new study is suggesting that overweight individuals over the age of 70 may actually have a longer life span. According to research published in The Journal of The American Geriatrics Society, elderly
Men who are suffering from erectile dysfunction may want to consider adopting an alkaline diet, which is rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, as the problem could be an indicator of cardiovascular problems. According to a study published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, erectile dysfunction can be a strong predictor of
A waning libido after menopause may be linked to separate health problems in women, according to the findings of a new study. Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill conducted telephone interviews with nearly 2,000 postmenopausal women, asking them about their levels of sexual satisfaction and other aspects of their health. The
The use of music may benefit stroke patients who are working on improving their range of movement, according to the most recent Cochrane Systematic Review. In an effort to determine if music therapy could help individuals regain movement in parts of the body damaged by strokes, researchers conducted seven studies in which they observed a
Everyone hates allergies, right? Well, now a new study actually points out some of the surprising benefits of being allergic. In what they call “the most comprehensive database yet available” on the subject, researchers have discovered a relationship between allergies and some forms of cancer. The study, published in The Quarterly Review of Biology, found
New research into the causes of obesity has suggested sleep deprivation may be one of the factors affecting fat accumulation, opening a possibility that natural therapies for insomnia may also be effective against weight gain. Studies conducted in the last two years seem to point to a hormonal mechanism that may link the lack of
Taking time to indulge a simple pleasure can prove beneficial for your heart health. Thats according to experts at Rush University Medical Center, who identify regular enjoyment of the simpler things in life as key to an individuals health resources. “Spending just 30 minutes a day doing something you enjoy can go a long way