A recent study conducted at the University of Manchester determined that drinking green tea and eating blueberries and other purple fruits may decrease the likelihood of neurological degeneration. Published in the journal Archives of Toxicology, the paper claimed that illnesses like Parkinsons disease, multiple sclerosis and Alzheimers disease are caused by iron that is not
In the quest to keep the brain youthful and spry, many people rely on herbal supplements and good nutrition. Now, new research suggests adding another element to a routine to help prevent memory problems: exercise. The findings of a study presented at the Radiological Society of North America reveal that older adults who engage in
A new study has found that losing weight could be an important step kidney disease patients can take to protect their health. The study in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology suggests that weight loss can reduce current kidney damage and may prevent additional kidney decline in obese patients. Researchers analyzed 13
Because zinc is one of the most important elements that contribute to optimal health, and supplementation is recommended to replenish a possible deficit, scientists have developed a molecular sensor that can reveal the amount of zinc in cells. The work conducted at Imperial College London and Eindhoven University of Technology in The Netherlands marks the
More than 30 percent of Americans suffer from chronic abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea or heartburnall symptoms of a disorder called irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). But new findings show simply getting your body moving can help alleviate your worst tummy troubles! According to the International Journal of Sports Medicine, regular exercise can help patients find
Individuals who are over the age of 50 may want to consider cutting their consumption of copper and iron as a new study suggests that it could boost their chances of developing Alzheimers disease. Scientists are suggesting that consumers cutting ones intake may help lower the risk of developing Alzheimers. According to published reports in
The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis can cause uncomfortable aches and pains in your joints. But be aware that what you might consider random flare-ups could result in permanent damage to your knees, hips, hands and feet! New information found in the Archives of Internal Medicine, the Journal of Rheumatology and several leading textbooks on rheumatoid
Although urinating is a natural process for all humans, researchers are suggesting that healthy patients who have high blood pressure may face life threatening conditions if they experience too much protein loss in their urine. According to a new study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society Nephrology, patients with high blood pressure
Scientists from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee have found that physical activity can help to protect changes in the brain for individuals who are considered at high-risk to develop Alzheimer’s disease (AD). While previous evidence indicates that exercise contributes to cognitive function during one’s lifetime, the researchers claim that few studies have been done to consider
For those who prefer not to take sleeping pills, there are proven natural methods that may relieve symptoms of insomnia and restlessness. According to NaturalNews.com, traditional Chinese medicine has been successfully treating insomnia for thousands of years. One of the most commonly used herbal supplements to treat the disorder is Suanzaorentang, a blend of five