Researchers from the University of Central Florida have discovered previously unknown findings that may be useful in developing a cure for Alzheimers disease. Alzheimers disease is one of the leading ailments in the elderly that scientists are trying to develop a cure for. Nutritional supplements such as vitamins B6 and B12 may help lower the
A recent study has shed light on inflammatory mechanisms that may contribute to the development of Alzheimers disease, an incurable neurodegenerative condition. Research by Dr. William A. Banks, professor of geriatrics and pharmacological and physiological science at Saint Louis University School of Medicine, suggests inflammation causes a blood-brain barrier transporter known as LRP to malfunction.
Drinking whole milk may entail a number of health benefits, according to studies collected by the Washington Post. The newspaper has joined the lively debate over whether full-fat dairy products may improve health or prevent chronic diseases. It mentioned a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition that found that drinking whole milk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently seized more contaminated heparin in an attempt to protect patients using the popular blood-thinning drug. The latest batch of tainted heparin was found in 11 lots from Celsus Laboratories Inc. in Cincinnati. According to an FDA statement, the drugs were made with materials imported from China and
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of mislabeled insulin syringes which may cause patients to receive an overdose of the drug leading to possible hypoglycemia and even death. The ReliOn Insulin Syringes were distributed by Can-Am Care Crop and sold only by Wal-Mart Stores Inc. in their Wal-Mart and Sams Club
Peyton Posey Even just a slight exposure to dangerous toxins, metals or pesticides can have a crippling affect on your entire body. And eating uncertified produce or food products just increases your risk of exposure. Many folks choose organic foods to improve the quality of their meals. But it can be hard to decide which
New studies show the mineral zinc can help fight common colds, and even the flu. In fact, if you are deficient in this element, your bodys ability to heal itself or fight all sorts of infections can be greatly reduced! Be sure to get the right amounts of zinc through a well-balanced diet including meat,
Increasing one’s intake of walnuts and walnut oil may lower blood pressure and stress levels, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Previous research has uncovered that omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in walnuts, can reduce the amount of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or bad cholesterol. In order
Eggs are rich in lecithina powerful antioxidant that protects your cells from damage. Although they have higher amounts of dietary cholesterol, this has become less important than nutritionists previously thought. Eggs also contain higher protein quality than found in meat, milk or fish, and contain significant amounts of vitamins A, E and B complex vitamins.
Taking saw palmetto for an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), may be a natural way to avoid taking prescriptions that cause low libido. A recent study of one class of BPH drugs found that they caused erectile dysfunction (ED), even after patients stopped taking the medication. Research appearing in the Journal