Preeclampsia is a serious pregnancy-related disease that affects about 5 percent of first-time mothers, and recent research has revealed that taking certain supplements may reduce the risk of the condition. A study published in the British Medical Journal found that women who consumed nutrition bars that contained vitamins and the amino acid L-arginine were significantly
Among the many natural health resources, Ayurveda, which is part of the Indian medicine tradition, has been recommended as a good alternative for those who suffer from digestive problems. With some of its elements developed as much as 5,000 years ago, Ayurveda offers holistic medicines to help alleviate common intestinal and digestive problems, using natural
Dental hygiene is a crucial, if sometimes overlooked, component of overall good health, so it is important to follow a few simple and natural steps that can boost gum health. Healthy gums need vitamin C which people can obtain from citrus fruits, kiwi, mango, papaya, strawberries, red pepper, broccoli and cantaloupes. Vitamin D also supports
New research suggests eating certain types of fats can help diabetics reduce their body fat. According to Reuters, the study appearing in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has found that obese women with type 2 diabetes were able to change their body composition by taking containing conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) or safflower oil over
As the allergy season is switching into full gear, it may be worth reviewing some natural options that can minimize the coughing and sneezing before turning to antihistamine drugs. According to Dr Ewen Tseng, otolaryngologist on the medical staff at Baylor Medical Center at Frisco, wearing protective clothing including gloves and masks while gardening, and
Despite the fact that homeopathy has not been embraced by the conventional medical community, many people who use this type of alternative therapy say they experience improvements, new research reveals. A German and Swiss study looked at the effects of homeopathy on patients suffering from chronic conditions including headaches, allergies and sleep disorders, Reuters Health
With allergy season in full swing, you may be looking around for the best natural treatment or herbal supplements to treat this common and irritating condition. Dr Daniel Monti, medical director for the Myrna Brind Center of Integrative Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, told ABC News that he uses a homeopathic treatment when his
A yogurt designed to provide cost-effective treatment for H. pylori, a bacteria that causes stomach ulcers, was developed by Japanese doctors and may soon be available in the U.S. It was studied in 42 patients by researchers for its effect on urea, a marker for the disease, and found that levels dropped dramatically for users
An all-natural solution to male sexual difficulties called Plantagrar may be in the offing after trials of the German supplement registered positive results. According to a report from The Local, men taking the plant-based supplement reported a higher libido to researchers at Berlins Charit? Hospital than those in the control group. The two principal ingredients,
A new study has found that changing the color of hospital gowns may benefit physicians ability to diagnose certain skin diseases, according to findings published in Medical Hypothesis. Irregular skin color can often be a symptom of cyanosis, a condition in which the skin turns bluish because of a lack of oxygen, as well as