2014-05-06 10:13:32 Acupuncture involves inserting very thin needles into specific areas of the body to promote health. Postoperative nausea and vomiting are common complaints, even despite advances in care. One newly published study examined whether…
Read More2014-05-06 10:12:34 The key factors of the Mediterranean diet consist of eating primarily plant-based foods (like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts), eating healthy fats like olive oil, using herbs and spices instead of salt,…
Read More2014-05-06 10:11:38 Green tea is made from the leaves of a herb called Camellia sinensis. It originated in Asia but now has spread through most cultures. Recently, green tea and sour tea have been studied…
Read More2014-05-06 10:10:05 Getting a positive result on a screening test for cancer, like a mammogram, can be quite distressing. However, mammograms can be effective in decreasing negative consequences from breast cancer. A new study was…
Read More2014-05-06 10:08:53 Melatonin is a natural hormone found in humans. Circulating levels of melatonin vary in the daily cycle and it helps to maintain several biological functions. For this reason, it is most commonly used…
Read More2014-04-07 08:43:34 In many respects, Europe is more progressive compared to North America in its approach to medicine and use of natural therapies. In Germany, many herbal medicines are in common use by conventionally trained…
Read More2014-04-07 08:42:55 The health benefits of dark chocolate are becoming well known. The antioxidants in dark chocolate have a host of health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and improving blood glucose. The trick to healthy…
Read More2014-04-07 08:42:22 N-acetylcysteine (NAC) is best known among the naturopathic community for its glutathione enhancing effects. NAC is a nutrient precursor for glutathione. Glutathione is one of the most important antioxidant enzymes present within cells.…
Read More2014-04-07 08:41:30 Individuals with hypothyroidism require life-long thyroid hormone replacement therapy. Typically, patients are put on a synthetic version of T4 called Synthroid or levothyroxine. Some patients however do not tolerate this medication well, or…
Read More2014-04-07 08:40:41 Creatine is a naturally occurring substance often used in supplement form by many body builders to increase muscle mass. It has several mechanisms of action but it is well known to increase ATP…
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