Consuming a daily multivitamin or herbal supplement may do more than simply keep adults feeling sharp and energetic. A new study suggests that high levels of vitamin D may be able to prevent or slow the process of macular degeneration (MD) among mature American women. Published in the journal Archives of Ophthalmology, the research found
Drinking cranberry juice may help protect the body against staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) infections, according to a study presented at this years American Chemical Society national meeting. This is because compounds found in the fruit juice prevent the development of the strain that allows the infection to grow and spread. Cranberry juice can be used
Consuming alcoholic beverages such as red wine in moderation has been shown to improve heart health and lower the risk of a heart attack. However, the negative impact of alcohol abuse including binge drinking has also been documented very well. In a recent study, scientists from South Korea found that those who have
You may already know that diabetes is linked to a number of other health problems, such as heart disease and stroke. Now, scientists at Tel Aviv University suggest type 2 diabetes may be a risk factor contributing to cognitive decline and dementia. In recent years, a large number of studies have sought to identify the
Its becoming less common for diabetics to lose their vision, according to a new study. Researchers in Wisconsin followed nearly 1,000 type-1 diabetics between 1980 and 2007. They found that visual impairment is less common among those diagnosed after 1970, according to Reuters. The results also took into account age, blood pressure and other factors
The idea of bacteria in ones immune system may cause some concern, however, some new research has found that certain types can boost immunity, according to a study published in the Journal of Immunology. Researchers have discovered that while some bacteria can lead to infections, other forms are either harmless or even beneficial to the
According to a news reports, consumers who integrate grapes as part of a nutritional diet may also improve their cardiovascular health. The research, published in Nutrition Reviews and the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, specifically outlines the benefits of grapes and grape products. The review notes that previous studies have shown that grape seeds, juice
Broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may have the potential to protect people against respiratory inflammation that causes asthma, according to new research. A study published in the journal Clinical Immunology suggests a chemical in broccoli called sulforaphane helps boost antioxidant enzymes that protect against free radicals. Free radicals are produced from several types of pollution
According to a new study, a synthetic derivative of Kudzu vine may become a natural health resource to treat those facing the challenge of alcoholism or who want to prevent a relapse. Kudzu vine contains a substance called daidzin, and a team of scientists from the University of California at San Francisco found that it
Patients who are recovering from surgery may benefit from an ancient practice that aims to heal pain through touch, a new study suggests. Researchers at the University of Missouri looked at how non-contact therapeutic touch (NCTT) functioned as a treatment for people who had just gone through surgery. They found that nearly three-quarters (73 percent)