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
Layne Lowery A new study focused on stroke patients determined that those who got out of bed during the 24-hour period following the attack improved their mental well-being and overall mood. The researchers stated the standard of care is to keep a stroke patient in bed. But the new findings suggest patients who are able
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
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
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
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
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
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
Taking a daily multivitamin, eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, consuming dietary supplements and exercising are ways that many people try to stay healthy. Now, research published in the journal Atherosclerosis has announced that nutrition experts may one day be able to put clients on individualized eating plans. The study said that Professor Mike Gibney
Lowering the consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks may improve blood pressure, according to findings published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Assocation. In addition to blood pressure, research has found that a high intake of sugary drinks can also lead to obesity, metabolic syndromes and type 2 diabetes. A total of 810 people aged 25