In a study published in the Archives of Neurology, researchers discovered that a history of depression in older individuals is associated with increased risk for potential cognitive decline and dementia later in life. Depression is a serious mental health condition...
Imagine that you were floating along a river and suddenly stood up; you’d most likely find yourself fighting the natural flow of water and you’d struggle to stay on both feet. In other words, you’d suffer. But what if,...
In a recent study from Yale University, researchers examined brain responses in individuals consuming foods in which fructose was the sweetener. They discovered that fructose sweeteners may be a large contributor to the obesity epidemic in the United States...
In a study from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, researchers have found that detecting bitter or sour tasting foods may be linked to fighting off upper respiratory and chronic sinus infections. Everyone has taste buds that...
Superhero vitamins were dealt a super-setback in fall 2012, when the Federal Trade Commission said manufacturers of Spider-Man and other character-branded supplements made bogus claims about what the pills could do for your kids' health.
We know there's a lot...
According to the National Cancer Institute, one of the best ways to prevent cancer is through regular physical activity. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) goes on even further to state that individuals who are diagnosed with cancer and...
In Hawaii, debris from the tsunami in Japan from over a year ago is impacting the wildlife and coastline along the islands. Many of the plastic pieces are extremely small and become blended with the beautiful black sands of...
In a study from Spain, researchers found that eating a Mediterranean diet is one of the best ways to fight belly fat and lose weight. Since belly fat is linked to serious medical conditions such as type 2 diabetes,...
Your skin is the body's largest organ. Whatever you're putting on (or in) your body including conditioner, deodorant, toothpaste and lotion, is being absorbed and either encouraging good health or wreaking havoc on your system.
Do you know what's in...
There is no question that flu season is upon us. There are lots of ways to naturally prevent getting the flu if you are willing to be diligent and consistent.
Tip #1 – Get Enough Sleep
Your immune system works at...
