You probably know antioxidants are good for your well-being. If you’ve looked for foods and that contain them and had trouble finding any, you’re not alone. It can be tough to track them down, much less to know what they are. Basically, an antioxidant is any compound that prevents oxidative damage in your body, typically
In various European and Asian countries, magnetic therapy has long been used to help heal broken bones and soft-tissue injuries. Some U.S. doctors have begun to pioneer its use in their practices. Studies show regular use of magnets can help ease arthritis pain prevent heart disease slow tumor growth and even boost mental function in
Nearly every man, woman and child living in America today is constipated. Yes, they are constipated whether they know it or not. And even though your bowels may move regularly every day, you are still constipated. Even people with chronic diarrhea suffer from one form of constipation. Constipation is a condition in which ones feces
Exposure to lead can continue to wreak havoc on the brain several years later, according to research conducted on workers in Pennsylvania battery plants. The study, published in the journal Neuropsychology, initially assessed the cognitive functioning of men who were exposed to lead in the 1980s, when they were in their 20s and 30s, as
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Its a fact that your brain does change as you get older. Studies show more than half of Americans over age 65 will experience difficulty recalling simple names and numbers. But a disturbing new report shows some of the drugs doctors use to treat dementia may do more harm than good! In
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, The list of health dangers from FDA-approved products just keeps growing The watchdog agency has issued warnings about allergic reactions to chemicals in lung inhalers. Theyre also urging you to be careful with denture cleansers, too. But on a positive note, the FDA succeeded in identifying the suspicious substance that sickenedand even
Middle-aged people who have excess abdominal fat may have a higher risk of developing dementia, according to findings published in the American Neurological Associations online journal, Annals of Neurology. More than 730 participants, 70 percent of whom were female patients, were enrolled into the study. The average age of participants was 60 years old. A
Hormone therapy is a common treatment used to block estrogen that can fuel breast cancer growth. But new research shows acupuncture may be just as effective as an antidepressant at reducing depression and mood swings associated with the use of hormones. According to a statement from the American Cancer Society, taking the estrogen-blocking drug tamoxifen
For the more than 100 million Americans who suffer from the symptoms of occasional heartburn and stomach problems, one would guess that most people think acid is a bad thing associated with pain, discomfort and recurring heartburn. However, by maintaining the correct balance of healthy digestive acids and enzymes in your stomach, you can toss
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, If you are experiencing stiffness and pain from arthritis in your muscles and joints,then you know it can take the enjoyment out of doing the things you love to do. But researchers have found that daily exercise actually helped many arthritis sufferers douse their fiery joint painand boosted their energy levels! Find