Millions take aspirin each day -- presumably to prevent cardioavascular disease -- but how many are aware of its true risks (which include deadly bleeding events) and of the natural, evidence-based alternatives that exist that are much safer?
If you eat this sweet snack in the morning, you may enjoy better brain function for the rest of the day -- perfect if you know you have an important project or exam in the next few hours.
Your brain is "command central" for nearly all your body's normal waking functions. Protect it from the damaging effects of our chemical world, as well as the ravages of time, by strategic supplementation with these top six naturally neuroprotective substances
Five million people die from stroke every year. Those deaths can be cruel and lingering. These 9 foods can help keep you safe
Garlic is a potent vegetable that works to relax blood vessels in a number of ways, making it one of the best natural remedies for high blood pressure
Do you suffer from frequent or intense migraines? A new study on medical marijuana use shows that inhaling cannabis may be a safe way to get fewer and less painful headaches
What if the cholesterol theory of artherosclerotic heart disease was completely a myth?
Could a nutritious garden-variety fruit pave the path to sounder sleep? Emerging research suggests getting your dose of tomatoes at dinnertime may bolster the body’s own production of melatonin
Imagine a health crisis so vast it affects 1.5 million Americans each year, yet remains largely hidden from public view. This is the reality of diagnostic errors and overdiagnosis in the United States, a two-pronged problem that new research suggests is far more pervasive and harmful than previously understood.
It's that time of year, when "pumpkin spice" becomes ubiquitous for everything from coffee to the candle burning on your bedside table. Let's take a closer look at the warmly aromatic spice blend that has become synonymous with fall
Olive oil has been a mainstay of the Mediterranean diet for thousands of years and is well known as a heart healthy fat. One study suggests that consuming olive oil may also help prevent strokes in older people.
Imagine visiting your doctor for a simple headache or mild joint pain, receiving a prescription for a common medication, only to find yourself facing a severe gastrointestinal bleed, heart attack, or kidney failure. This is the hidden danger lurking in many household medicine cabinets, largely due to the underreported adverse effects of Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
In a groundbreaking study that could reshape cardiovascular disease prevention, researchers have found that millions of Americans currently taking statins may not actually need them
The WHO serves its corporate masters and essentially is destroying, not improving, the health of world
In a world where stroke strikes like lightning, affecting millions each year and leaving a trail of devastation in its wake, could the humble coconut hold the key to fortifying our brains against this debilitating condition?
If you are at risk for Type 2 diabetes or have prediabetes, here are five natural remedies that you can start now to help regain control of your health
While health authorities focus on tracking infectious diseases, a more insidious threat lurks in our kitchens and on our plates. The Western diet, ubiquitous in American households, may be as dangerous as any viral outbreak.
If your breath isn't as fresh as you'd like, natural compounds like green tea, tulsi, turmeric and more can banish bad breath from your life, often working as well as regular mouthwash without the side effects
A recent study published in Nutrients offers a promising natural alternative that may help reduce reliance on NSAIDs and their associated risks after oral surgergical procedures
Nature has safe nontoxic answers to the crisis of over-reliance and addiction to pain medications with their known harmful effects
In a world where cardiovascular disease claims more lives than any other ailment, a groundbreaking solution may be found not in the latest pharmaceutical wonder drug, but in two humble foods that have been cherished for millennia: pomegranate and garlic. Mounting scientific evidence suggests that these natural wonders possess an extraordinary ability to combat atherosclerosis--the buildup of deadly plaque in the arteries--yet their potential remains largely untapped and underreported.
The psychological side effects of acetaminophen, aka Tylenol, continue to mount, with research showing users are more likely to make risky decisions. When coupled with past research linking this supposedly safe pain reliever to blunted empathy and emotions, the widespread social effects on society could be immense
For millennia, the olive tree has been revered as a symbol of wisdom, peace, and longevity. Modern science now reveals that its precious oil may hold the key to unlocking vibrant health and preventing chronic disease. Dive in to discover the evidence-based secrets of this liquid gold
In a world where stroke remains a leading cause of long-term disability, an unexpected ally has emerged in the quest for recovery - the transformative power of music.
