2015-01-09 09:17:59 Childhood obesity is a major concern worldwide, due to the over consumption of energy-rich foods. Purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.) has been studied for antioxidant and heart health promoting effects. In a recent study,…
Read More2015-01-09 09:17:40 Gastrointestinal disorders are very common and standard treatments tend to be unsatisfactory. A recent study examined mindfulness-based therapies as an alternative treatment (1), since mindfulness-based therapies have shown to benefit chronic pain, mood,…
Read More2015-01-09 09:17:19 A recent study examined the herb Tribulus terrestris, a dicotyledonous herbal plant of the Zygophyllaceae family (1). In ancient medicine, extracts of the aerial parts and fruits have been used for its diuretic,…
Read More2015-01-09 09:15:04 A study was recently published that examined human trials with the herb Withania somnifera, better known as ashwagandha, in the treatment of anxiety (1). A systematic review of the research was done. The…
Read More2015-01-09 09:14:30 A study was recently published that evaluated the use of pomegranate juice supplementation in young healthy males during exhaustive exercise (1). The study was conducted in Iran and comprised of 28 healthy subjects…
Read MoreIf you have taken an active interest in your own health-care treatment, then you have likely heard about the benefits of meditation and mindfulness. But do you really know why regular meditation is so beneficial?…
Read MoreVertigo is the feeling that your surroundings are moving when in reality they are still. Symptoms include feeling off-balance or feeling like the room is spinning. If it’s severe, there may be nausea and vomiting…
Read MoreTinnitus is the medical term used to describe “ringing in the ears.” Tinnitus is defined as the conscious perception of an auditory sensation in the absence of an external stimulus. Tinnitus is a rather common…
Read MoreCervical dysplasia refers to abnormal cells found on the surface of the cervix, that are considered to be premalignant and can progress to cancer. Cervical dysplasia is primarily caused by a sexually transmitted infection with…
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