For the millions of women suffering from endometriosis, finding effective pain relief can feel like an endless battle. But what if the answer lies not in prescription drugs, but in the humble vitamin aisle of your local grocery store? A recent meta-analysis suggests that the antioxidant power of vitamins C and E may hold the key to managing the debilitating symptoms of this chronic condition.
Kale, a less domesticated, disheveled form of cabbage, is one of the most potent healing foods in existence today.
Food feeds your skin, and this is clearly demonstrated by how a number of natural ingredients and herbal extracts can help reduce and prevent facial wrinkles. Here are five time-tested ways to say goodbye to those deep, unnerving wrinkles
An important scientific review identifies 25 of the top foods and herbs which kill the cancer stem cells at the root cause of cancer malignancy.
It's hard to compete with 20 billion years of evolutionary selection, but the current medical management of the birth of the fetus and the placenta attempts to do just that, albeit rather unsuccessfully. For eons, all animals including humans passed on genes and habits that ensured delivering a live healthy newborn without bleeding excessively or dying of postpartum hemorrhage at birth
You’ve heard a lot about the benefits of eating fruits and vegetables, but did you know that a diet rich in these natural foods can be key to having a healthy pregnancy?
Vitamin C, long hailed for its immune-boosting properties, is now emerging as a powerhouse for skin health and hormone balance. Groundbreaking research reveals this humble nutrient's ability to not only protect and rejuvenate skin but also potentially regenerate hormones.
You may have a low level of magnesium in your diet that is preventing you from reaping important health benefits
Getting older is not a disease. Nor is it a guarantee that you will develop one
Findings highlight the pro- or anti-inflammatory potential of the food you eat, particularly in promoting or fighting cardiovascular disease and stroke. Yellow vegetables, green leafy vegetables, coffee, tea and even red wine appear particularly beneficial
You’ve heard it all your life: “Eat your greens.” But did you know that eating just one cup of leafy greens each day makes your brain an average of 11 years younger than someone who skips them?
Can triplets be born naturally at full term? Yes, Easily!
Imagine if the secret to a healthier heart and cleaner arteries could be found in your morning smoothie or your favorite salad. What if this potent defender against heart disease was as simple as a mineral found in everyday foods? Enter magnesium, the unsung hero in the fight against vascular calcification.
Both astaxanthin and lutein, two powerful carotenoids found in a variety of fruits, vegetables and other foods, have proven brain-boosting and cognitive enhancing abilities. Research suggests lutein and astaxanthin may decrease the risk of various cognitive disorders and improve visual function in both young and aging adults
The path to wellness is through food
We all know that leafy green vegetables are good for us, but do you know why they're so good? There are plenty of reasons but, when it comes to heart health, the secret may be nitrates and chlorophyll
This year alone, nearly 600,000 Americans will lose their lives to cancer. Could a primary reason be as simple as what people are not eating regularly? Here is an excellent anticancer shopping list to use as a guideline.
Is memory loss and decreased brain power inevitable as we age? Many people in their 40s, 50s and beyond are told that it is and there is nothing that can be done about it. Is that true? Of course not
It appears that prevention is the key to avoiding illness. You've heard it over and over. Get a flu shot. However this year there are some many new emerging virulent strains. For instance, there are several different influenza strains. The flu shot does not cover all of them...and is not highly effective according to many researchers.
Scurvy is a devastating disease caused by not enough vitamin C in your body. While it’s often associated with pirates and seafarers from long ago, the disease is making a comeback in the modern day, even in developed countries where, theoretically, scurvy should no longer exist
Heart disease is a leading killer in the U.S., but you don't have to live in fear of an attack. Eating these five foods can help you defend your heart
Poor air quality from industrial activities and the recent wildfires is a looming health risk for us all. Here are evidence-based strategies for removing toxic compounds from your body and mitigating the health risks of air pollution.
What comes to mind when you think of toxic waste disposal? Biohazard suits, lead-lined vaults, and burial deep underground? You might be shocked to learn that a dumping ground for these chemicals is a product that many people consume daily to ensure good health - and it may be in your medicine cabinet.
With billions spent every year on exotic chemical- and toxin-based anti-aging schemes like Botox, what if the key to unlocking the fountain of youth was nestled in the curly leaves of kale?
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