With the uncertain economy adding to the stresses of daily life many people reach for drugs and expensive treatments, but there are powerful natural techniques that can help get people through difficult periods. According to U.S. News and World Report, meditation, which has grown out of ancient spiritual traditions, has been attracting growing numbers of
While some individuals take medication for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), researchers have discovered there may be a safer alternative to treating the condition. According to a new study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology, patients who were treated with behavioral therapy had a positive response to treatment within the first four weeks. The participants were
If youve felt a rush of heat across your face, neck and upper body that caused you to reach for the nearest makeshift fan then chances are you were experiencing a hot flash. This is a common symptom associated with body changes that occur in women over 40. These episodes can be linked to excess
Diabetics who are looking for health resources to help cut down on their chance of suffering from heart attacks may want to think twice before taking aspirin as a preventative measure. Research has suggested that a daily dose of aspirin can help people reduce their heart attack risk. However, a new study published in the
Older Americans may benefit from a nutritional health supplement that includes vitamin D, researchers say, because it could lessen the risk of bone fractures. Following more than 42,000 patients over age 65 for a year, researchers tracked the number of non-spinal bone fractures and found benefits for those who took pills containing 482 to 770
Maintaining proper sleeping habits may increase a woman’s longevity, according to a study published in the journal Sleep Medicine. For this trial, researchers from University of California San Diego (UCSD) analyzed results of a four-year study conducted from 1995 to 1999, which included 459 women. During the research, each participant’s sleep duration was measured
Those who suffer from the skin condition psoriasis may be at greater risk of obesity, according to new findings. A Taiwanese study found that the hormone leptin which helps regulate body weight and food intake is present at higher levels in psoriasis suffers. This not only makes them more likely to become obese,
If you suffer from osteoarthritis, you may be only too familiar with the joint pain that can lead to sleepless nights and difficulty with moving. Now, research published in the October issue of Arthritis & Rheumatism suggests that occupational therapy may be a beneficial addition to health resources for osteoarthritis patients, alongside an exercise program.
A new discovery may lead to a new way to reduce side effects from radiotherapy cancer treatment. The study published in The International Journal of Low Radiation suggests that gingko biloba may protect cells from radiation damage. Researchers collected white blood cells from healthy donors between the ages of 18 and 50. Half were treated
Most people dont know that alkaline balance plays a key role in their continued health. Your allergies, heart problems, digestive issues, weight problems, circulation problems, fatigue and low energy, premature aging, stiff joints, memory loss, constipation, bloating, breathing difficulties and skin problems are most likely associated with acid overload. Your body works at its best