During cold weather, many people find themselves suffering from circulation problems that affect their toes, fingers and other extremities. British newspaper the Daily Mail has offered some tips to those who may struggle with losing circulation in different parts of their body. First off, the article suggests drying your hands thoroughly after washing them
Taking a nutritional supplement containing vitamin D could help people with a common skin problem, researchers say. Atopic dermatitis, the most common form of eczema, affects around 15 million Americans, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Symptoms include itching, redness, swelling, cracking and scaling. It had previously been found
Prostate cancer patients who have lower insulin levels and carry less extra weight are less likely to die from their disease, according to new research. The study, to be published in The Lancet Oncology, suggests that tackling obesity may be an effective way of treating this type of cancer. “Obesity effects and the insulin effects
Men who enjoy an active social life may actually be lowering their chances of suffering from dementia, the results of a new study suggest. Research published in the journal Alzheimers & Dementia found a link between reduced incidence of dementia and participation in activities such as visiting with friends, attending clubs and spending time with
Nutritional supplements containing a range of important vitamins have been shown to be effective for a number of health conditions and now scientists suggest they could now help some people to regain their hearing. Researchers at the University of Michigan are developing a pill that they suggest could reverse hearing injury, as long as
In the current economy, Americans are increasingly turning to herbal supplements and vitamins as less expensive alternatives to conventional healthcare. According to the Associated Press, many families are finding that their finances cannot cover prescription drugs and doctors visits are instead looking to treat themselves with natural remedies. For example, New Jersey mother Kristen Kemp
Using aspirin may significantly lower mens PSA levels and interfere with the ability of doctors to monitor prostate cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers at Vanderbilt University say that the effects of aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs on PSA a blood protein that helps indicate prostate problems may interfere with diagnosis. After
Irritable bowel disease (IBD) is a digestive disorder that affects more than 5 million people in the world. In order to assist research efforts toward preventing this disease, the Kenneth Rainin Foundation has given $200,000 in grants to medical teams developing protective treatments. People with IBD suffer damage to their colon and small intestine, which
Ongoing research has repeatedly supported the idea that the complex of vitamins known as antioxidants is good for you. At their root, the benefits of antioxidants stem from their ability to reduce the damage caused by free radicals in the body. These nutrients can be found in nutritional supplements and natural foods, including pecans. A
The way you ate as a child may influence how your body uses and stores nutrients, a new Canadian study suggests. Research published in the Journal of Physiology suggests that environmental factors in early childhood such as eating habits may have an impact on later health. As part of the research, Dr Raylene Reimer and