Advancements in diagnostics tools may help better detect colon cancer in women, according to findings published in the journal, Cancer Prevention Research. In an effort to improve colon screenings, a team of biomedical engineers from Northwestern University have integrated optical technology into the use of flexible sigmoidoscopy, a test that measures the blood supply found
Taking herbal supplements may benefit people with anxiety disorders, according to findings published in Nutrition Journal. Recently, a team of researchers analyzed the results of 24 different trials, and of the studies, 21 included participants who reported positive results when taking the supplements. Furthermore, these individuals didn’t experience any serious side effects. The investigators concluded
According to the Arthritis Foundation, around 27 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis and experience inflammation of the joints. While there are many creams that can ease this, new evidence shows that a good treatment may appear in the form of a naturally occurring substance. The Journal of Nutritions September issue included information from the National
A new study has found that certain sounds in your sleep can enhance memories when you wake up. While such as ginko biloba may help with improving memory, a study from Northwestern University indicates that even though the participants were in a deep sleep, they were able to hear sounds that enhanced their memory when
It seems that your circadian rhythm the bodys internal clock affects the health of your immune system, according to new research. Findings presented at the American Society for Cell Biology annual meeting in San Francisco reveal that the body fights back extra hard against invading bacteria while a person is asleep. In comparison,
Taking vitamin B nutritional supplements may help some people reduce their risk of stroke by lowering levels of an amino acid known as homocysteine, new research suggests. One study, conducted by the University of Toronto and McMaster University, looked at the effects of vitamin B on thousands of people who already had heart disease, HealthDay
Although there are a number of therapeutic treatments for stress such as aromatherapy and certain , a new study is suggesting that war veterans are not getting enough treatment for their post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to results published in the Journal of Traumatic Stress, more than 230,000 Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans sought treatment
While it is believed a proper diet has a sufficient amount of fruits and vegetables in it, a new study shows that there is a small association between the high consumption of fruits and vegetables and reducing the overall risk of cancer. An article published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute, analyzed data
Women with type 2 diabetes who take two popular prescription medications for their condition may increase their risk of suffering a bone fracture, new research reveals. A study conducted at Wake Forest University School of Medicine in conjunction with the University of East Anglia found that using GlaxoSmithKlines Avandia and Takedas Actos for a long
Consuming foods enriched with cocoa flavanols may lower blood pressure and protect blood vessel health, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Found in fruits, vegetables, tea and wines, cocoa flavanols are nutrients that provide similar benefits to antioxidants, which rid the body of toxins and free radicals