Traditional remedies like peppermint oil might be the best health resources for people who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, a new study suggests. Because of the ability to access newer drugs, traditional therapies like fiber and antispasmodics are used less often for IBS, but research published in the November 14 issue of the British Medical
Consuming dark chocolate may prevent stroke-related brain injuries, according to a study published in the Journal of Cerebral Blood Flow and Metabolism. Using mice, a team of researchers fed one group a small amount of epicatechin, a natural compound found in dark chocolate. After 90 minutes had passed since consumption, the investigators induced strokes in
A group of researchers has discovered the molecular mechanism behind the human metabolism of selenium a trace element that is key to health and wellbeing. It is believed selenium protects people from conditions such as mood swings, cardiovascular disease, viral infections and cancer, and selenocysteine is the most bioactive metabolite of selenium. The team,
Individuals who enjoy red wine, grapes, peanuts and blueberriesor who take nutritional supplementsmay have ingested it, possibly without knowing they were doing so. It’s called resveratrol, and scientists are saying that the naturally occurring compound may help the body burn fat cells. Arrate Lasa, a researcher at the University of the Basque Country, Spain, recently wrote
Some organic compounds are good for your health, while othersoften with very similar molecular structuresare terrible for you. To wit: While the vitamins and minerals found in food and dietary supplements typically contribute to better well-being, a compound called bisphenol A (BPA), common in food packaging, can do serious physical harm. To make matters worse,
Anyone who takes nutritional supplements to help keep their intestinal track clean knows that fiber can benefit colon health. Now, a new study published in the journal Gastroenterology suggests that fiber and whole grains may also play a role in reducing the risk of developing small bowel cancer, Reuters reports. To reach their findings, researchers
Individuals who are concerned about losing weight may not realize that they have to commit to some lifestyle changes in order to see results. According to a new study published in the American Journal of Physiology Regulatory, Integrative and Comparative Physiology, researchers have furthered the notion that people who are looking to lose weight
Its been found that bone marrow cells may help prevent heart attack patients from having another episode. According to a study published in Circulation: Heart Failure, researchers found that when cells from a heart attack survivors bone marrow is injected into the affected artery, they may have a lower risk of heart attack occurrence. Researchers
With fall officially in full swing, many people are heading to the drug store to solve their sinus problems. However, for those who do not want to take conventional drugs, there are natural remedies that many health professionals suggest work just as well. Doctors see over 32 million cases of chronic sinusitis each year according
Fish oil, which contains omega-3 fatty acids, may help prevent bone density loss in former astronauts, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Medicine. To improve the loss of bone density in astronauts returning from space, a team of scientists from NASA observed the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on