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10/22/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Adding TCM to Western medication found to improve quality of life for chronic heart failure patients

A study found that adding traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) to Western medication can improve the quality of life of patients with chronic heart failure. In China, it is common to administer TCM together with Western medication to treat diseases. Thus, a team of researchers looked whether this was effective in conditions such as chronic heart […]

09/03/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Reduce stress, improve health as you age by taking up gardening

Here’s an excellent way to escape the hustle and bustle of your everyday life — pick up a spade and start gardening. It won’t only make your land look great, but according to experts, it may significantly improve your quality of life. This is what a cross-disciplinary team of researchers from the University of Wales […]

01/18/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Another reason to go Mediterranean: Research shows the diet helps protect older adults from becoming frail, prolonging health and independence

Healthcare experts advocate the Mediterranean diet because of its various health benefits. According to the analysis of several studies, this particular diet can even “reduce the risk of frailty in older individuals.” The findings were published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. The analysis indicates the Mediterranean diet, which mainly features plant-based foods, like “fruits and vegetables, […]

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