Study: Ecstasy Damage Similar to Alzheimer’s
For as long as the synthetic drug ecstasy has been around, people have thought it was largely harmless for occasional use. However, in a recent study, this club drug has been found to have profound long-term neurological effects that are not obvious until well after usage. The Lure of Ecstasy Ecstasy is well named. Users report taking the pill produces feelings...
Naturally Lower Your Risk of Diabetes with Magnesium-rich Foods
The mineral magnesium, essential to good health, is a necessary component of more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body. It's critical in maintaining normal bone, muscle, nerve, heart, immune function, and blood glucose control. Research now supports that magnesium may play an important role in protecting against type 2 diabetes. The magnesium-insulin connection Without magnesium, the hormone insulin can't do...
3 Natural Treatments for Chronic Migraines
If you’ve ever had a migraine, then you know just how awful they feel. For people who have never had the experience, a migraine is more than just an annoyingly bad headache. Frequently, migraines are accompanied by alterations in vision, changes in taste and smells and numbness or tingling. Many people with migraines also experience a visual aura and...
9 Easy Ways to Fight Inflammation
Aches and pains, whether they result indirectly from a condition like arthritis or cancer, or directly due to injury, can be destructive. However, research is beginning to discover the power of diet--such as Mediterranean-style eating patterns--to help manage pain. Inflammation and Pain When you injure yourself or get an infection, acute inflammation is your body's natural defense response. Redness, swelling, and...
Your Boob Helps Them Kick Butt
It comes as no surprise that research into the benefits of breast feeding finds that the healthiest babies are those who feed on mother’s milk. In addition to immediate benefits, research is continually showing the countless health benefits of breast milk throughout the child's life. Healthy Guts Start Early Researchers have known that a baby’s immune system begins to develop early...
Baby Formula Contaminated with Cancer-causing Fungus
In a repeat of problems with baby formula from 2008, formula from Nanshan Bywise has been found to contain ingredients that can result in infant illness and, potentially, death. In 2008, tainted formula from China resulted in the deaths of six babies. Problems in Dairy Feed The problems with baby formula manufactured in China stem from contamination found in feed given...
Neurological Health Directly Related to Gut and Intestinal Health
In a recently published study, researchers have discovered that eating a diet high in probiotics that promotes gut and intestinal health can have a profound impact on mental health states. While probiotic foods are being promoted for gastrointestinal health, their influence on depression, anxiety and stress levels suggests a direct correlation between what we eat and our emotional and...
Don’t Believe the Bologna… It’s Easy to Shop and Eat Organically
It is well known that eating a diet high in organically grown fruits and vegetables can improve your overall health and prevent many illnesses. Whole organic foods eaten daily often contribute to healthy skin, gut health, improved stamina and a strong immune system. However, many people complain that eating an organic diet is unrealistic and expensive. The reality is...
Add These 4 Superfoods to Your Grocery List Today
It can be easy to get stuck in a food rut. When you go shopping, you may find yourself reaching for foods that you eat all the time, even though your mouth may be bored to death. Here is a list of healthy foods that are often overlooked but can liven up your diet in delightful and unexpected ways. 1....
The Olympics Bring Competition, Sportsmanship and Infectious Diseases?
Thousands of people from all over the world are descending on the already crowded city of London during the Olympic Games (July 27-Aug. 12). As even more people squeeze themselves into the city's underground trains and buses, they may be sharing more than personal space. Mass gatherings provide the perfect opportunity for the spread of disease. "There's the potential to...
