Scientists have said nanoparticles of silver may protect against blood clots in coronary artery disease, heart attack and stroke when injected into the bloodstream. The American Chemical Society has reported lab test results that suggest low levels of the nanosilver injected into mice reduce the ability of platelets to clump together by as much as
While most people are familiar with blueberries as an addition to smoothies, cereals or pies, few may have heard about their recent use in a study aimed at determining the fruits effect on cardiovascular health. Research published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry announced that laboratory rodents fed blueberry peels and the leftovers
If you take herbal supplements or over-the-counter tablets as a way to fight indigestion, then the following story may be for you, particularly if you like a glass of beer or wine every now and then. According to research conducted at Switzerland’s University Hospital of Zurich, alcohol may slow digestion, but it doesn’t cause gas,
For men who are hoping to improve their prostate health, herbal supplements and natural treatments offer them a wide range of choices, depending on their condition. For those with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), saw palmetto extract may reduce swelling, and now researchers have announced that for a more serious illness, a compound taken from a
New research suggests a bowl of whole grain cereal and milk may provide the same recovery and rehydration benefit as a sports drink after exercise. A team of investigators from the University of Texas at Austin studied 12 trained cyclists and looked at the physiological effects of different foods after a typical exercise session. They
Although some people may believe that taking weight-loss drugs could be an effective means of dropping excess pounds, an alkaline diet rich with fruits, vegetables and whole grains may be a safer option. According to a new study published in the journal, Nature Reviews Endocrinology, researchers are finding that anti-obesity drugs may not
Do you take vitamin supplements as part of your daily diet? If so, are you getting enough vitamin B complex? This group of nutrients can be rather mysterious, both in its origins in certain foods and in its effects within the body. While vitamin B9, or folate, is relatively well known for its place in
Besides ensuring the proper development of a baby’s nervous system, folic acid can reduce the risk of a number of birth defects. Now, researchers are saying that its protective effects may even extend to a child’s later risk of colon cancer. A study published in the medical journal Gut found that laboratory rodents fed folic
Many pregnant women already take folic acid as a nutritional health supplement to prevent congenital defects, but they may be able to use it for more than prevention. Research done at the University of Manchester and Lancaster opens the possibility of treating hydrocephalus, a change in cerebrospinal fluid which can lead to brain damage and
Among other things, taking vitamin A in daily dietary supplements can ensure healthier teeth, skin, hair and bones, according to the National Institutes of Health. Recent research into blocking vitamin A receptors has found a drug that prevents uptake of the nutrient in specific sites in the body, resulting in a unique effect. Scientists at