In a new study, researchers from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have discovered that the antioxidant known as alpha-carotene appears to be associated with longevity. Alpha-carotene is a carotenoid that is produced by plants and acts as an antioxidant. Individuals can obtain carotenoids by eating fruits or vegetables, including collard greens, carrots
Why take dietary supplements containing calcium and vitamin D? Besides contributing to proper nerve function and a healthy immune system, these nutrients are an integral part of good bone health. In the U.S., inadequate levels of vitamin D are more common than you might think. About 8 percent of Americans are at risk for vitamin
A new study has found levels of vitamin C in many fruit juices and soft drinks are far higher than those indicated on their labels by the manufacturers. Researchers from the University of Santiago de Compostela developed a new technique that separates and identifies chemical elements to accurately measure the amounts of the vitamin in
Vitamin B9, also known as folate, may slow the process of age-related hearing loss, according to an article in the Sacramento Bee and that’s not all the vitamin has to offer. Healthcare professionals recommend folate supplementation for a variety of reasons, including the production of healthy new cells in the body, the prevention of
Scientists are working on developing a new botanical medication that could potentially treat peanut allergies. Researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine have developed a drug based on an herbal formula, that offers long-term protection after treatment for anaphylaxis caused by peanuts. The findings, based on a mouse study, are published online in the Journal
High blood pressure is becoming more common in patients who are hospitalized for bipolar disorder, according to findings presented at the American Psychiatric Associations annual meeting. In fact, researchers have found that the younger the patient is, the higher risk they are at for developing the condition. In an effort to determine the association between
Pain is a common condition which all too often causes Americans to reach for medications, some of which may have side effects, but modern science is helping us understand the mechanisms behind acupunctures beneficial effects in the treatment of pain. Researchers from the University of Michigan have demonstrated that the ancient technique increased the binding
It has already been established that people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to suffer a stroke and die while sleeping, but scientists have not been sure why. New research sheds some light on the connection between this sleep disorder and stroke. Findings published by the American Physiological Society suggest that apnea
Vitamin Ds role in keeping bones and teeth healthy and strong has long been recognized and many people already consume nutritional supplements that contain this ingredient. Now, a health expert says that in addition to promoting bone health, consuming sufficient amounts of the vitamin will also help protect all 36 of the bodys organs
Scientists are hoping a particular type of African tea may become a powerful weapon in the fight against type 2 diabetes. The tea, obtained from the extract of Rauvolfia vomitoria leaves and the fruit of Citrus aurantium, is prepared by simply boiling the leaves, young stalks and fruit, and filtering the liquid. It has been