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03/15/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Study: Benefits of essential oils for treating ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common brain disorder that affects both children and adults. Three key behaviors that interfere with functioning or development define ADHD: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. These symptoms can vary from patient to patient. People with ADHD may find it hard to remain focused or follow instructions. They may face […]

03/13/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Scientists say eating eggs for breakfast helps boost brain function

Many people see eggs as the villains of the grocery cooler. One moment nutritionists are touting them for their health benefits, and the next they’re saying they’re bad for us. This controversy comes from the general belief that eggs raise cholesterol which may lead to a heart disease. Previous research has linked regular egg consumption […]

03/13/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Study finds that celery compounds may halt breast cancer

While berries get all the antioxidant fame and kale often tops the superfood lists, celery is usually overlooked. Omitted from many kitchen tables as the crunchy weight loss vegetable, celery is so much more than just a low-calorie diet food. Recently, celery got researchers at the University of Missouri all excited when they found that […]

03/12/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Drink pomegranate juice to help reduce blood pressure

Pomegranates are among the healthiest fruits on earth. The ruby red, delicious, and nutrient-dense pomegranate arils are loaded with powerful polyphenols, a class of antioxidants that have an incredible impact on human health. Pomegranate juice is a sweet, antioxidant powerhouse that’s said to be better than red wine and green tea when it comes to […]

03/12/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Healthy at home: These everyday natural painkillers may already be in your pantry

Many over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers, while efficient and useful at times, can be downright dangerous. Did you know that acetaminophen, also called paracetamol, accounts for more than 56,000 emergency room visits, 26,000 hospitalizations and an estimated 458 deaths each year? Because acetaminophen-containing painkillers such as Tylenol are often available over-the-counter, people assume that they are safe, […]

03/10/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Your hospitals dirty little secret may be found on their floors, where superbugs flourish

Hospital floors may harbor superbugs that are easily overlooked when trying to control the spread of potentially life-threatening diseases, according to a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control. While hospital floors may look clean to the naked eye, a team of researchers — including researchers from the Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine […]

03/06/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Is celery the powerful anti-cancer weapon we have all been waiting for?

Step aside kale; it’s time to pay some respect to the underappreciated vegetable, celery. Often put on the back burner because of its weight loss status, celery has been used for its medicinal properties since the 9th century in certain parts of the world. While celery is certainly a great weight loss food, there are […]

03/02/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Three hours of daily screen time significantly increases your child’s chance of developing Type 2 diabetes

Today’s children are growing up in a world dominated by digital devices. As a parent, it is becoming a huge challenge to control a child’s screen time because it also supports their educational and social development. But where do you draw the line? American children spend an estimated 5 to 7 hours of their day […]

03/01/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Study suggests spices outperform chemo and radiation for treating cancer

Turmeric is an ancient spice commonly used in Indian cuisine. Aside from giving curries extra flavor and color, this humble yellow-orange root is rapidly becoming a new health wonder. It has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, but in the past few decades word of its powerful medicinal benefits has […]

02/28/2019 / By Amy Goodrich

Prescription painkillers do more harm than good for back pain

From over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers like ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin to prescription drugs like tramadol, morphine, and hydrocodone, these meds are omnipresent in modern American life. They have become more widely used than tobacco, according to a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration report. In 2015, more than 36 percent of Americans, aged 12 years or […]

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