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03/13/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Essential oils can be used for pain relief – a look at your best options

Essential oils are packed with potent bioactive properties that work against infection, inflammation and even diseases like diabetes, according to a recent review published in the Journal of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research. In their paper, researchers Tanu Bansal and Kaur Harpreet from the Lovely Professional University in India shed light on the therapeutic use of essential oils for the prevention […]

03/12/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Here are 7 reasons why you should take more vitamin C – your bones will thank you

Vitamin C is an essential vitamin that supports many bodily functions, like metabolism and digestion. Adults require around 65 to 90 milligrams (mg) of vitamin C a day to avoid diseases and health complications caused by vitamin C deficiency, such as osteoporosis and anemia. Unfortunately, the human body can neither store nor produce vitamin C. […]

03/12/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Iron prevents anemia, but excess iron may be linked to health problems like diabetes, liver disease and heart problems

Iron is a vital mineral primarily found in red blood cells, and has many physiological roles to play in the human body. However, taking the right amount of iron is the key to its benefits. According to an international study published in the Public Library of Science Medicine, excess iron intake may increase the risk of […]

03/10/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Follow a low-carb diet to reverse metabolic syndrome and lower diabetes risk: The diet offers health benefits even without weight loss

Eating a low-carb diet can potentially lower the risk of Type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation Insight. A team of researchers from Ohio State University observed the effects of a low-carb diet on participants with a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. The team discovered remarkable improvements in the participants’ cholesterol and […]

03/07/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

The power of food cures: Study shows foods like carrots, grapes and oranges have CANCER-FIGHTING properties

Carrots, grapes and oranges may contain the same anti-carcinogenic compounds found in synthetic drugs, according to a recent study published in Scientific Reports. Researchers from Imperial College London said they found evidence to suggest that fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants may help inhibit the growth of cancerous cells and tumors. Fruits and vegetables as natural treatments […]

03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

03/04/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Consuming enough protein helps lower risk of frailty and prefrailty in older women, advise scientists

Adequate protein intake can help reduce the risk of frailty in women aged 66 to 71, according to scientists. The study, published in European Journal of Nutrition, showed that an intake of at least 1.1 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight (g/kg) over a three-year period led to a reduced risk of frailty and prefrailty in […]

02/27/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Getting enough protein, calcium and other micronutrients boosts bone health and lowers osteoporosis risk, reveals study

Osteoporosis remains to be one of the leading public health threats in older adults. In the U.S. alone, over 52 million people over the age of 50 suffer from this condition. While researchers have developed synthetic medications and treatments to combat the onset of this widespread disease, these have been found to do more harm than […]

02/26/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Tart cherry supplements and juice can help lower heart disease and Type 2 diabetes risk, advise researchers

According to a recent study, tart cherry juice and supplements can help people with metabolic syndrome. A team of researchers from the University of Hertfordshire in the U.K. conducted a trial involving people with metabolic syndrome and found that consuming Montmorency tart cherries can reduce systolic blood pressure and insulin levels. What is metabolic syndrome? Metabolic syndrome is a […]

02/23/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Curcumin and green tea are both healthy – what happens when you combine them?

Millions of people worldwide still rely on traditional practices, beliefs and treatments. In China and India alone – two of the largest countries in Asia – traditional medicine continues to be widely used. Green tea and turmeric are two of the most popular functional foods used in traditional medicine. While the compound epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) in green tea […]

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