Scientists say as many as eight out of ten people worldwide dont eat the recommended four servings of vegetables every day. But a new study has found a simple way to change that statistic: vegetable juice. Researchers at the University of California Davis followed a group of adults for 12 weeks. They found that when
Scientists have found evidence that vitamin D3, together with a chemical found in turmeric spice called curcumin, may help protect the brain from the damage inflicted by Alzheimers disease. The research conducted by scientists from UCLA, UC Riverside and the Human BioMolecular Research Institute found the compounds do so by helping stimulate the immune system
A strong heart may be achieved by simple meditation and stretching as new research is suggesting that yoga may be beneficial for heart health. The International Journal of Medical Engineering and Informatics is reporting that heart rate variability (HRV), which is the sign of a healthy heart, has a higher incidence in yoga practitioners than
According to an article published in Pain Medicine, new trends show that people who suffer from chronic pain are turning to alternative medicine therapies such as acupuncture and chiropractic visits. For six years, the University of Michigan (UM) Health System Study observed the ethnic and racial patterns of more than 5,700 people who used alternative
Sickle cell patients receiving narcotic treatments may need to be better monitored for constipation, according to findings published in Pediatric Blood and Cancer. Individuals with sickle cell suffer from painful episodes caused by sickle cells that get caught in small blood vessels and result in blood flow blockage. The frequent use of narcotics in these
Many Americans embark on diet plans for general health or weight loss reasons but new research has suggested that an individuals vitamin D levels may predict how many pounds he or she will lose. Researchers are currently learning whether vitamin D deficiencies cause excessive weight gain, or whether people first become obese and it this
Hormone replacement therapy has already been connected to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems among older women now, a new study suggests a link to brain shrinkage as well. Findings from the Womens Health Initiative Memory study indicate that estrogen-based treatments raise an older womans chances of developing dementia or suffering cognitive decline. The
Scientists are learning more about the negative impact of stress during teenage years on cardiovascular health in later life. UCLA researchers conducted a study of 69 healthy, normal adolescents who reported negative interpersonal interactions, such as conflicts with family and friends, peer harassment or punishment by parents or teachers. They found that greater frequency of
While kava tea is a popular drink in certain cultures, it may be better to stick to products that have been proven to improve well-being, like green tea, ginseng and herbal supplements. Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center recently reported that kava-based beverages may cause kidney damage. In a case report published in
Patients who have knee replacement surgery may want to consider adopting an alkaline diet full of fruits, vegetables and whole grains for weight management, as a new study suggests that individuals who have the surgery are more likely to gain a few extra pounds. According to researchers from the University of Delaware, despite gaining the