Apr 29, 2016
Women given magnesium sulfate during childbirth suffered only half the number of fevers compared to a control group and their newborns had fewer complications.
People who eat high amounts of nuts and beans slash their risk of colorectal cancer by a third, Korean scientists report.
Menopausal women that took red clover extract daily retained bone mass, bone mineral density and better blood pressure.
Seniors that feel they have purpose and meaning in their lives are less likely to die between the ages of 65 and 73.
Glyphosate, a probable carcinogen, was detected in 85 percent of the tampons, sanitary pads, swabs and wipes purchased in Argentine stores.
In a Johns Hopkins study, people over the age of 70 that were physically inactive had a 70 percent greater chance of impaired hearing.
European dentists have found that oxonated water, gas and oils slow the growth of tooth and gum infections and help treat sinus infections, oral herpes and TMJ dysfunctions.
Researchers have found that treating inflammation in depression patients helped decrease their symptoms.
Enterprising senior women in France have created a nurturing 25-unit independent-living apartment building just blocks away from shops, a theater and the metro.
Mar 31, 2016
Yale researchers have found 157 chemicals in fracking fluids that are linked to developmental and reproductive toxicity, including arsenic, benzene and mercury.
Just one kiwi fruit a week significantly improved markers of heart health in Spanish subjects.
Taking 30-second computer breaks to view a photo of a flowering meadow on a rooftop helped college students focus longer and make fewer errors.
Dentists that use higher amounts of mercury in their practice are 10 percent more likely to develop tremors of the hands and arms.
By avoiding certain plastics, foam products and certain seafood, we can strategically lower our exposure to the worst carcinogenic chemicals, reports the Environmental Working Group.
A review of 33 studies found that Tai Chi reduces depression and muscle stiffness and increases well-being for patients with some chronic conditions.
Feb 29, 2016
In laboratory experiments, honokiol, a magnolia bark extract, halted the grown of cancer cells of the mouth, larynx, tongue and pharynx.
A seven-species probiotic taken by healthy Dutch subjects for four weeks noticeably reduced attitudes of aggression, hopelessness and rumination.
People that ate an apple before grocery shopping stocked their cart with a healthier portion of fruits and vegetables.
Frequent migraine sufferers were found to have high levels of heavy metals and low levels of other vital minerals in their blood.
People that as young adults watched lots of TV and barely exercised had significantly lower cognitive skills later in life.
After gastric band surgery and adopting a healthier diet, obese patients lost weight; but they also lost 0.6 grams of pancreatic fat and began producing normal amounts of insulin.
Jan 29, 2016
Babies up to toddler age had 46 percent fewer strep infections when their mothers regularly chewed xylitol gum.
Rutgers University researchers report that a compound in virgin olive oil killed cancer cells while sparing healthy cells.
British college students given a bifidobacterium probiotic for six weeks during stressful final exams had significantly fewer and less severe cases of cold and flu.
Toddlers that were joked around with and played “pretend” activities developed better interpersonal skills later in life.
People with a history of chronic bronchitis that routinely drank five or more high-fructose corn syrup sodas a week showed an 80 percent increase in bronchitis incidents.
People over 80 that ate more fish and veggies than meat had brain sizes equal to those five years younger.
Dec 29, 2015
Grade-school kids chow down more often on fruits and veggies for lunch if they eat after recess rather than before.
Citing research links to liver, nerve and heart disorders, more than 200 scientists have called for a halt to the production of the chemicals used to coat non-stick cookware.
The progression of Alzheimer’s was slowed in patients taking vitamin E, and falling was reduced by half for those taking vitamin D.
A third of homes in a University of Houston random study were contaminated with an antibiotic-resistant bacteria, apparently tracked in by shoes.
People living in sunny regions have about one-sixth the rate of pancreatic cancer as those in cloudy climes.
People with autism, asked to devise fresh uses for mundane objects, came up with more original and creative ideas than those in a control group.
British scientists report that seniors that feel at least three years younger than their chronological age have almost half the early death rate of those that say they feel more than a year older.
Nov 30, 2015
Despite ambitious resolutions, a new study finds we tend to dramatically increase our intake of calorie-rich foods after winter holiday feasting—although we manage to work in more veggies too.
Immersing ourselves in a tablet or computer before bedtime disturbs sleep patterns and may change our body’s natural circadian rhythms.
Some popular toys made in China, including crayons and lab kits, contain deadly asbestos, reports the Environmental Working Group.
In a recent study, overweight people on varied diets showed a slight weight loss after eating five to seven servings of potatoes a week.
Cancer patients with strong religious or spiritual beliefs experience fewer symptoms, lower anxiety and distress, and stronger social health, researchers find.
A special antioxidant in the Chilean maqui berry reduces LDL and blood sugar, boosts the health of blood vessels, and may even counter the aging effects of UVB rays on skin.
The chromosomal decline common in breast cancer is averted when patients either do yoga and meditate or participate in a therapy support group.
Oct 30, 2015
In two studies, students with high amounts of gratitude were happier and had more self-esteem than students focused on material goals.
If they play with a guinea pig before reading in front of other children, autistic children suffer significantly less social anxiety, Purdue University researchers have found.
When nails are trimmed too closely—especially on big toes and thumbs—the risk of having ingrown or abnormally shaped nails increases.
Children born to pregnant women taking selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) or other antidepressant drugs have a 40-50 percent higher chance of high blood pressure in childhood.
Clove extract stopped the development of ovarian, cervical, liver, colon breast and pancreatic cancers in recent Chinese lab experiments.
Colombia, France and Germany are among the countries so concerned about the herbicide’s carcinogenic effects that they are moving to prohibit its use.
Sep 30, 2015
We know that virtually all veggies and fruit are good for us, but a recent European study found that red and purple choices have certain robust benefits.
More than half of U.S. kids ages 6 to 19 are insufficiently hydrated.
Scientists have found a set of lymphatic vessels that directly connect the brain to the immune system, opening new dimensions in disease research.
