For years, scientists have given two thumbs up to grape seed extract as a powerful disease fighter. Now, findings by the American Association for Cancer Research show it may be powerful enough to blast away leukemia cells! As its name implies, grape seed extract is pressed from the seeds of grapes. Laboratory studies have shown
Has working out or running left your feet in rough shape or covered with painful blisters? Lillian Beard, M.D., recommends treating them with lavender oil, which can be a powerful healing anti-inflammatory agent. Without popping it, carefully cover the entire blister with the oil and cover with a light bandage. Reapply every few hours for
Those who are seeking a way to help lower blood pressure naturally may need to look no further than their own kitchen. Chicken legs which are often discarded in the U.S. in favor of more popular chicken breast cuts have been found to contain proteins that are effective at combating hypertension (high blood
Applying apple cider vinegar to your face can help prevent blemishes and clear out your pores, according to author Lillian M. Beard. Just dab some on a cotton ball and rub it on your nose, cheeks or chin. The alpha-hydroxy acids in the vinegar help regulate the pH of your skin and can promote a
Could nutritional supplements containing vitamin C help older men protect themselves against bone loss? A study at Tufts University, to be published in The Journal of Nutrtion, found a positive association between men consuming high levels of vitamin C and less bone loss in the hip. The researchers monitored participants, who had an average age
Scientists say they are closer to understanding the genetic basis of psoriasis, which may enable them to develop further treatments of the skin condition. Findings published online in Nature Genetics reveal researchers at Washington University School of Medicine discovered seven genetic variants that seem to increase the risk of developing psoriasis. After identifying these variants,
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Does your energy sometimes run out before youve crossed the last item off your To Do list?Well, youre definitely not alone. In fact, a new study shows you could be one of about 13 million American with an undiagnosed problem that could be zapping your energy Ill tell you what may be
Do you find yourself experiencing frequent mid-afternoon energy slumps? Well dont reach for the coffee pot just yet! Another effective, all-natural remedy is the herb rosemary. Try keeping a vial of the essential oil on your desk, in your car or tucked in your purse. When your energy reserves run lowjust wave the vial under
Young adults who suffer from hyperthyroidism, or an overactive thyroid, might consider taking extra precautions in their overall wellbeing as a study suggests they may be more susceptible to suffering a stroke. According to research published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association, patients with an overactive thyroid between the ages of 18 to
Getting the right amounts of vitamins and minerals can keep individuals healthy; it can also head off numerous preventable diseases. In that vein, researchers have recently suggested that potassium deficiencies may be at least partially to blame for the high rates of type 2 diabetes in certain populations. Scientists at Johns Hopkins University and the