Taking supplements containing vitamin B12 may slow the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to findings published in the journal Neurology. Over the course of seven years, blood samples were taken from a total of 271 individuals aged 65 to 79 years who showed no signs of memory complications at the start of the study. The
Researchers have determined that eating a diet rich in garlic, leeks, shallots and onions may decrease the risk of developing certain typed of arthritis. A study published in the journal BioMed Central Musculoskeletal Disorders associated eating fruits and vegetables particularly anything of the Allium genus, which includes garlic, onions and other bulbous vegetables
Adding foods containing high levels of vitamin E to ones diet may contribute to better cognitive function, according to a study published in Archives of Neurology. This is because researchers have discovered that vitamin E protects the brain against oxidative stress, which can lead to Alzheimers disease, the most common form of dementia. During a
Once upon a time, you could get an abundance of vitamin D just by sitting or working out in the sun for a moderate amount of time each day. Adequate vitamin D intake is important because it can help strengthen bones normalize blood pressure boost heart function enhance memory power soothe aching joints balance blood
People who lead physically and mentally active lifestyles, which can lead to mild stress levels, may be at a lower risk of developing melanoma or colon cancer. This is because a recent study published in Cell suggests that a busy schedule could be preventing the growth of cancerous tumors. For the trial, researchers allowed mice
Prostate cancer patients may have an increased risk of suffering from bone mineral content (BMC) loss compared to men who are cancer-free, according to findings published in British Journal of Urology International (BJUI). Individuals who develop lower levels of BMC can also have an increased risk of suffering from bone fractures and osteoporosis. A total
Natural, plant-based extracts can have a number of surprising properties. For instance, researchers at the World Agroforestry Center and the Kenya Medical Research Institute recently published a list 22 potentially malaria-fighting trees and shrubs in Africa. The problem, said the report’s authors, is that these plants are nearing extinction. This announcement was made shortly before
Recent research indicates that while Americans may hope to eat more healthily, some end up with a poor diet due to their worries about food costs. According to the 2009 Consumer Attitudes about Nutrition survey, 87 percent of Americans pay attention to the nutritional content of their foods, but some try to hold back on
Women who have a high resting heart rate may be more at risk of suffering from a heart attack, according to new research. Findings published online in the British Medical Journal reveal middle-aged female subjects with a resting heart rate of 76 beats per minute or more had a 26 percent greater chance of suffering
As researchers are uncovering ever more evidence of vitamin Ds role in maintaining a healthy immune system, some of them have turned to it for an explanation of bacterial vaginosis (BV) infections. BV may lead to a variety of complications, including preterm birth, and scientists from the University of Pittsburgh and the Magee-Womens Research Institute