Patients with nerve inflammation may be caused by postsurgical neuropathy, according to a study published in the journal Brain. Postsurgical neuropathy is a rare occurrence that happens after an individual undergoes a procedure that results in pain, numbness or weakness. The complication occurs when nerves connected to brain and the spinal cord become inflamed due
Over the past few years, the use of food additives has prompted an increasing amount of concern about their potential health effects. Now, Italian scientists say they have identified two new additives that contain xenoestrogens substances that behave like natural estrogens and may have a negative impact on health. Finding published in the journal
A healthy diet does not have to entail depriving oneself of favorite foods, rather it has more to do with breaking bad eating habits, according to an expert. Dr. Ara DerMarderosian, professor of pharmacognosy at the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia and an expert in nutraceuticals and natural foods, has provided suggestions for better
featuring soy may help with the treatment of colon cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers from the Childrens Hospital and Research Center Oakland found that sphingadienes (SDs), natural lipid molecules found in soy, may help colon cancer patients fight off the disease, which is the third deadliest cancer. The study was conducted on fruit flies,
Although individuals who suffer from multiple sclerosis (MS), a nerve disorder, may want to boost their dietary intake of that feature flaxseed oil, a new study is suggesting that they may want to burn more energy as well. According to researchers from Ohio State University, MS patients who worked out on a regular basis and
Eating black rice may help stave off inflammatory diseases, according to results published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Previous studies have shown that black rice bran contained anti-inflammatory compounds, which helps prevent allergies, asthma and other related illnesses. However, when brown and white rice is processed, the bran, which is located on
Millions of prescriptions are written each year for statin drugs that are intended to help lower your bad LDL cholesterolbut they have serious health risks. The drugs have been linked to kidney failure potential liver damage kidney and heart muscle damage and immune deficiency, just to name a few! And now, doctors are recommending statins
You probably know antioxidants can help destroy free radicals that damage cells promote the growth of healthy cells and protect cells against premature aging. One powerhouse antioxidant is lycopeneand its naturally present in your blood, liver, adrenal glands, lungs, prostate and skin. Lycopene has long been shown to help fight eye diseases like cataracts and
If you frequently experience constipation gas bloating indigestion and persistent fatigue, theres a chance that the undigested foods in your colon have attracted parasites! And this isnt just a problem in developing countries! Recent medical studies suggest about 85 percent of Americans are infested with at least one type of parasite! To protect yourself, consider
Looking for a safe and natural stain lifter to brighten your whites? Try vinegar. The Family and Consumer Science Extension at Colorado State University suggests mixing 1 ? teaspoons of dishwashing soap with several drops of white vinegar and blot the trouble spot of your clothing. Wash as usualand see your stains disappear!