Experts are warning maternal obesity may have a serious impact on pregnant women and their children, and have issued guidelines for health practitioners to try to remedy the growing problem. In particular, the position paper from the American Dietetic Association and the American Society of Nutrition argues that diet counseling for overweight and obese women
In addition to being a good source of antioxidants, blueberries have also been found to help improve memory, according to findings in the American Chemical Societys Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. A team of researchers led by Robert Krikorian, lead author of the report, conducted a study in which they enrolled participants who were
The reactions of certain bacteria in the gut may be linked to the way the body regulates weight, according to new research. Scientists at UT Southwestern Medical Center said that they had discovered a molecule, known as Gpr41, which could slow the speed at which food moves through the intestine. The team suggested that by
For many individuals, going to the dentist can be a nerve-wracking experience that could cause them a lot of anxiety. According to a new study published in the journal, Acupuncture in Medicine, individuals could seek alternative health resources such as acupuncture to help calm their nerves before entering the dentist chair. Its been estimated that
Taking saw palmetto for an enlarged prostate, also known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), may be a natural way to avoid taking prescriptions that cause low libido. A recent study of one class of BPH drugs found that they caused erectile dysfunction (ED), even after patients stopped taking the medication. Research appearing in the Journal
A report in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association finds that after two decades of improvement, the percentage of Americans without major heart disease risk factors is dropping, and is currently less than 10 percent. The lead author of the study, Dr. Earl Ford, says for most United States adults achieving low-risk status is
Although alcohol and environmental pollutants have long been known to cause adverse health effects, new studies have sought to quantify the precise effects of these factors on gastrointestinal health. The first of them, conducted by scientists from the University of Calgary, studied the link between air pollution and non-specific abdominal pain (NSAP). The investigators determined
Researchers believe the brain chemical serotonin regulates sleep and brain function. They say insufficient amounts of serotonin cause restlessness and lack of alertness. Your brain produces serotonin with the help of the amino acid tryptophan. In a study conducted at the University of Maastricht in the Netherlands, scientists determined whey protein contains alpha-lactalbumina substance that
You may be surprised to find out your bedding contributes to your overall health. Hair and body oils can soak into your bed pillows and cause bacteria growth. This creates a breeding ground for dust mites! To help fight the mites, you should replace your pillows every year. Replace your mattress every nine to 10
Peyton Posey If you were to check the supplements in your medicine cabinetwould you know the difference between the vitamins and the minerals? Well, keep reading to find out the fundamental differences and how each can work for you to improve your health help you feel younger and get you back out enjoying the activities