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12/06/2018 / By Tracey Watson

The COLLAPSE of health: New study finds that 88% of adults are metabolically diseased

Would it shock you to know that only 12 out of every 100 American adults is considered by experts to be metabolically healthy? This statistic should be a cause for grave concern to every single one of us, since metabolic health is the single biggest indicator of whether or not a person will develop one […]

12/05/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Are carbs really bad for you? New study suggests we need carbs “in moderation” for optimum health

A lot has been said about carbs and the role they play in human health – most of which have led to the popularity of low-carb diets as measures for optimal health. However, a large new study says carbs may not be as bad as many people believe. In fact, a moderate intake of them […]

12/04/2018 / By Vicki Batts

High doses of vitamin C cured a patient of Zika virus – medical report

If you believed the stories promoted by the mainstream media, it would seem that the Zika virus was an unstoppable threat to humanity, poised to unleash a wave of birth defects and other health problems. Though the Zika scandal has been exposed, much fear remains — in large part thanks to governing agencies that thrive […]

12/02/2018 / By Janine Acero

People with heart disease can substantially reduce their risk of dying prematurely by closely adhering to the Mediterranean diet

The Mediterranean diet is known to reduce the risk of developing stroke and heart disease. These benefits come mainly from the healthy fats, dietary fiber, and beneficial plant compounds found in this diet. But can it also help people who already suffer from heart disease? Results from a study presented at the European Society of Cardiologists Society Congress show […]

11/27/2018 / By Vicki Batts

New study links deficiency of CoQ10 to an increased risk of melanoma metastasis

Melanoma is regarded as one of the most dangerous types of skin cancers. When caught early on, treatment is fairly straightforward — but once this particular cancer spreads to other parts of the body, it becomes hard to treat, and possibly fatal. Experts estimate that over 9,000 lives are lost to melanoma annually, but new […]

11/21/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

Large study reveals that junk food really DOES increase your risk for cancer

We all know that junk food is terrible for us, but there may be occasions when you’re tempted to give in. Perhaps the vending machine is the social center at your office and you find yourself chatting and snacking more often than not, or you’ve given in to your kids’ requests that you buy the […]

11/18/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Study: Fish oil helps fight arthritis, cancer, heart disease, depression by preventing inflammation – Are you getting enough?

It’s no secret by now that omega-3 fatty acids are a highly beneficial nutrient. Many people are aware of the benefits of fish oil and other forms of omega-3 fatty acids, but actually getting enough of this valuable nutrient to reap its benefits still seems to be a difficult undertaking. One of the most important […]

11/14/2018 / By Ethan Huff

Neurological damage linked to Alzheimer’s may be repaired with dietary supplementation

Is it really possible to mitigate and even reverse the damaging effects of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia through simple dietary supplementation? According to new research out of Denmark, it certainly is. Professor Vilhelm Bohr and an international team of scientists hailing from the Center for Healthy Aging at the University of Copenhagen and the American […]

11/12/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Another study finds turmeric and curcumin to be a safe, effective treatment for lowering cholesterol and protecting the heart

Turmeric and curcumin are two substances most known for their wide array of health benefits. One of these is their positive impact on the heart; though the lipid-lowering effects of either substance is unknown. To answer this quandary, a team of researchers from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University conducted a meta-analysis of […]

10/28/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Deficiency in omega-3s can cause depression; supplementing with them can prevent or treat it

A recent review of decades of translational evidence showed that a deficiency in long chain omega-3 fatty acids can ultimately lead to depression. Conversely, increasing one’s intake of omega-3s through supplements could help prevent or treat the disorder. Both major and minor forms of depression affect a significant number of people around the world, many […]

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