Light to Moderate Drinking Increases Heart Disease Risk
A large study has found that light to moderate drinking increases heart disease risk – proving earlier research wrong. This study utilized a gene variant to confirm alcohol consumption.
Category: Health
The Rise of Acinetobacter baumannii: Nature’s Antibiotics are Last Resort
Acinetobacter baumannii superbug infections are on the rise and are now one of the most prevalent causes of hospital acquired infections and ventilator-related pneumonia. Find out how nature may be our last resort to fight this multi-drug resistant species.
Raisin Snacking Reduces Blood Pressure and Risk of Diabetes
We all knew raisins were healthy. But now we find they reduce blood pressure and reduce the risk of diabetes and obesity.
Second Hand Smoke Produces Heart Disease in Children
Research has confirmed that second hand smoke results in significantly increased artery thickening and greater incidence of heart disease and stroke among children in the household.
Vitamin D3 Helps Block Hepatitis C Virus
Research is discovering that the metabolically active form of vitamin D3 (actually more of a hormone) can significantly inhibit hepatitis C infections. The supplemented form of vitamin D3 does not have the same effect.
Playing Outside Decreases ADHD Risk for Kids
Playing outside is critical for a child’s health. New research finds it also decreases ADHD risk and risk of vision problems.
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Cognitive Decline in Elderly
New research confirms that vitamin D deficiency is linked with greater cognitive decline. Unfortunately, vitamin D supplementation doesn’t seem to reverse the decline. Find out why.
Why GMO Bananas aren’t Solution for Vitamin A Deficiency
Genetically modified bananas are coming. The new genetic manipulation is aimed to help reverse vitamin A deficiency, just as the GMO Golden Rice was aimed at. Yet just like Golden Rice, the new banana may not be such a bright idea.
Chemical Fertilizers Adding to Greenhouse Gases, Scientists Find
Recent research from Michigan State University reveals that farms using chemical fertilizers are significantly contributing to the atmosphere’s greenhouse gas content. Another reason to go organic.
Seniors Taking More Addictive Painkillers. Any Natural Alternatives?
The elderly in the U.S. are being prescribed more narcotic pain-killer medications and for longer duration. Are there any natural alternatives?
Fried Foods Linked to Prostate Cancer Incidence
Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men. New research is confirming that diet is the likely culprit and now fried foods are being implicated.
Stress and Depression Shorten Telomeres, Life Expectancy
Shorter telomere length has been linked with shorter life span. New research finds stress, depression and an unstable family life as children decreases telomere length.
Organic Farming Supports Greater Species Biodiversity
Research from Oxford University has determined that organic farms support at least 50% more species of pollinators and 34% more species in general.
Loving Kindness Meditation Improves Vagal Tone, Depression, PTSD
New research finds that loving-kindness meditation increases vagal tone and heart rate variability, decreases stress and increases lifespan. Discover loving-kindness meditation.
