Researchers at the Heidelberg University Hospital in Germany have discovered that a defective gene can damage a protective bile component. This can expose your liver to bile toxinsand ultimately cause serious damage or complete liver failure! Liver cells exposed to bile toxins are changed from healthy cells into connective tissue. This causes a gradual loss
Do you ever wonder why some of your precious memories stick with you and some seem to disappear? You might find yourself recalling events from the distant past but forgetting what happened yesterday. New research from the University of California, San Diego and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center shows that areas near the hippocampus region
Pediatric patients who have been diagnosed with Crohns disease (CD) may be less likely to need surgery, according to findings published in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. CD is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes damage to the gastrointestinal system, and is commonly treated with medications. However, as individuals are diagnosed with the illness
Alzheimers disease is NOT a normal part of aging, but the risk of getting it does increase with age. For example, researchers estimate that about 3 percent of men and women between ages 65 and 74 have Alzheimers disease. This increases to 10 percent by age 80 and nearly 30 percent for those ages 85 and older. Early symptoms differ by individual, as well as day-to-day. Some signs
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, It is vital for you to take an active role in defending your health. There are many well-intentioned members of the medical establishment who may prescribe drugs to address a specific condition. But some drugs dont always produce the intended results In this weeks Monday Edition of Health News Weekly, youll learn
Vitamin D is one of the most beneficial nutrients for your entire health from head to toe. But as you get older, you are no longer able to maintain the adequate amounts of vitamin D that you need. So how can individuals help support optimal bone mineral levels and enhance their bone strength, while preventing
Acid overload, or unbalanced alkalinity, can lead to a weakened heart and decreased circulation irregular digestion and bowel movements joint and muscle aches increased fatigue levels decreased sexual performance and desire and accelerated aging. Why do we continue to ignore the importance of alkaline balance in our cells and tissues? We take care of our
American adults are increasingly becoming more aware of the importance of proper diet and exercise habits. And recent survey results from the American Dietetic Association (ADA) show more folks are making an effort to eat more healthy foods and exercise regularly. The ADA began conducting the nutrition surveys in 1991. The researchers organized respondents answers
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, Many of us trust our doctors to prescribe the proper medications to help us overcome sickness and heal properly. But a new study shows the number of folks injured or even KILLED by prescription drugs has spiked considerably! In todays Monday Edition of Health News Weekly, find out what may be behind
As allergy medications often have unpleasant side effects, sufferers will be relieved to learn a new hayfever-fighting product based on acupressure points is now available. The Qu-Chi acupressure band has been developed by acupuncturist Andrew Broch and works by applying pressure to a specific acupuncture point on the arm, known as the Qu-Chi point, also