Jerry Shaver
Researchers Link Abdominal Fat to Brain Health in Men
According to the World Health Organization, some 55 million people globally suffer from Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. With 10 million new cases diagnosed annually, dementia has become the seventh leading cause of death worldwide, and those numbers are only likely to grow as life expectancy continues to increase. Thus far,Read
Study Finds that Pregnant Women Fall Short of Key Nutrient
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats, meaning our bodies can’t produce them, so it’s essential to get them from our diets, the primary sources being cold-water fatty fish such as salmon and mackerel. Among their noted health benefits, omega-3s can help reduce triglyceride levels, raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels, andRead
Red Light Therapy Shows Potential For Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes—when insulin resistance in the body leads to elevated blood sugar levels—affects some 38 million Americans, or about 12% of the population. Treatment includes lifestyle changes, including diet and exercise, as well as prescription medications, blood sugar monitoring, and insulin therapy, the total costs of which are estimatedRead
Potassium Shows Impressive Blood Pressure Benefits
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is known as the “silent killer” because it presents few, if any, symptoms and yet is responsible for more than 11 million deaths each year. For decades, scientists have warned of the risks of a high-sodium diet, as study after study has shown that not onlyRead
Hydroquinine as Potential Solution for Microbial keratitis
Microbial keratitis—one of the most serious potential complications for contact lens wearers—is an infection of the cornea caused by bacteria, most commonly Pseudomonas aeruginosa. There are up to 3.5 million reports of corneal infections annually, and in extreme cases, it can result in permanent eye damage and vision loss. TheRead
Nutmeg Shown to Extend Lifespan
Nutmeg is a spice made from grinding the seed of the Myristica fragrans tree, an evergreen native to the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. It has been used for thousands of years both as a flavoring agent and as an herbal medicine to treat abdominal pain, diarrhea, oral mucosal diseases, jointRead
Researchers Uncover a Dietary Rx for Type 1 Diabetes
Unlike type 2 diabetes, which can be caused by lifestyle factors such as poor diet and lack of exercise, type 1 diabetes is most likely caused by an autoimmune reaction that destroys cells in the pancreas that make insulin. It affects only about 10 percent of people with diabetes andRead
Plant-Based Omega-3 Shows Significant Heart-Health Benefits
The health benefits of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) derived from cold-water fatty fish and krill have been well documented. Research has shown that they can ease symptoms of arthritis, improve cardiovascular outcomes, and may help reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. ClinicalRead
Natural Plant Compounds Show Promise Against Breast Cancer
The debate over soy and its relation to breast cancer has been a long—and confusing—one. For many years, it was thought that soy might increase the risk of breast cancer, due mainly to its concentration of isoflavones, naturally occurring chemicals that mimic the effects of estrogen in the body. ResearchRead
Attention Issues in Children Linked to Common OTC Pain Reliever
Acetaminophen, sold over-the-counter as Tylenol and other brand names, is generally regarded as a safe and effective pain reliever when used as directed. But a growing body of evidence is calling into question its use during pregnancy. Studies have linked the use of the drug by expectant mothers to poorerRead
