A study conducted at Texas A&M University showed that watermelon, one of our favorite pastime fruits, may have similar effects as Viagra. This mouth-watering snack stimulates our blood vessels, which can help to increase libido.
The few, but nutritious ingredients...
Changing the makeup of your intestinal bacteria requires long-term commitment, says Gastroenterologist Dr. Satish Rao, MD, Ph.D. It takes about three to six months of eating the right foods, such as high-fiber plant foods and fermented foods to see...
Think about how many times your mom told you to not eat the dirt outside. For many of us, it was a sin to show up to the dinner table with dirt on your hands. Research now shows that...
Researchers were curious about the impact stress management training might have on patients with multiple sclerosis. Doctors have known for many years that multiple sclerosis patients can see dramatic worsening of symptoms during periods of increased stress. These researchers...
Intestinal health can have a huge impact on your overall feelings of health and well being. Each person has their own unique blend of microflora and bacteria present in their system, which contributes to optimal intestinal health function.
Prebiotics and...
Insomnia--a common and difficult-to-treat condition--is estimated to cost the American economy $63.2 billion each year in lost productivity. A new body of research suggests that a cure might be as simple as soaking up some sun.
Blue light, a part...
This time of year always takes me back to being a kid. Â Great memories of being at the beach. Â My mom could never pull me out of the water, I would ride the waves and float on my raft...
Schizophrenia is a devastating mental illness that often strikes people in their late teens and early 20s. It is characterized by disordered thought processes, including delusions and hallucinations. Currently, there is no cure for schizophrenia, although there are medications...
Eating "organic" doesn't have to break the bank. It's time to change the assumption that including organic foods in the family diet has to cost more than "regular" food. Focused planning and selective shopping is all it takes to...
Summer is all about cooking light and healthy. We no longer need to thrive off of the comfort food that we long for in the cold days of winter. Spinach salad with pistachio chicken, layered fruit salad, feta and...
