Individuals who enjoy red wine, grapes, peanuts and blueberries or who take may 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
Eating salmon or other fatty fish at least once a week helped reduce mens risk of heart failure, according to a new study. Researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) followed 39,367 Swedish men between the ages of 45 and 79 from 1998 to 2004. They found those who ate fatty fish (including herring,
Blueberries are considered to be a superfruit for their numerous health benefits. Containing nutritional supplements like vitamin C, vitamin E and fiber, blueberries can help symptoms of urinary tract infections and varicose veins. A new study has discovered that blueberry juice can also improve memory retention in elderly individuals. According to findings published in the
Those struggling to lose or maintain weight have another natural health resource to chose from, as research suggests practicing yoga can help prevent overeating. Researchers from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center conducted a study that was based on a previous work showing regular yoga practice may help prevent middle-age people from gaining weight and promote
Healthy adults who were faced with abuse during their childhood may be more likely to suffer from physiological issues, according to findings published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology. For the study, a total of 69 men who ranged in age from older teenagers to adults in their 60s underwent a series of psychiatric tests. The team
Scientists are in the process of determining ways to keep bones strong and healthy in hopes of discovering how to prevent osteoporosis. While some nutritionists believe that such as vitamin D and calcium could be good for bone strength, researchers are examining a tissue culture that grows human bones. Researchers from the University of Houston
Although natural diabetes remedies may help keep symptoms at bay, scientists have discovered five new gene variants that could raise blood sugar, increasing the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. According to a new study published in Nature Genetics conducted by the Meta-Analyses of Glucose and Insulin Related Traits Consortium (MAGIC), it would seem that
Taking vitamin supplements is something that numerous Americans try as a way to stay healthy. Which nutrients are the most important for proper bodily functioning? Vitamin D is certainly essential, since it is responsible for bone health, cellular growth, nerve function, a balanced inflammatory response and according to new research the timing of
Stress can affect a persons health in a negative way and the current economic situation offers may reasons for Americans stress levels to rise. A number of UCLA cardiologists have offered recommendations on how to protect your heart health during challenging economic times. Dr. Karol Watson offered his tips as good advice for the
In recognition of National Colon Cancer Month, the American Cancer Association (ACA) has released a new study outlining the lifestyle changes that Americans can make to reduce their risk of developing the disease. The report, called Colorectal Cancer Facts and Figures 2011-2013, said that the 49,000 deaths that occur each year in the U.S. due