Oral Probiotics Reduce Ear and Throat Infections
Studies have confirmed that oral probiotics can significantly reduces ear infections, throat infections and tonsillitis among children and adults with recurring infections.
Latest Research from Heal Naturally
Natural Settings Lower Crime Rates
Researchers from Temple University have determined that areas with more trees experience reduced rates of violent crime. This confirms other studies that have found natural settings and greenery produce calmness.
Some Teeth Whiteners Weaken Tooth Enamel
Dental researchers have confirmed that some commercial tooth whiteners will significantly reduce the microhardness of the enamel of the teeth.
People Drink Sugary Drinks Because They are Cheap
As New York Mayer Bloomberg’s strategy has focused upon banning larger drink sizes, a new study has found a more problematic issue: Sugary beverages are simply cheaper than their healthy counterparts.
Phthalate Concentrations Found in United States’ Food Supplies
Researchers from several U.S. universities along with the EPA and the New York State Department of Health have determined for the first time that phthalates are significantly present in the U.S. food supply.
Diabetes Linked to Vitamin D Deficiency
Researchers have determined that vitamin D deficiency is linked with a significantly greater risk of type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance.
Zithromax Antibiotic Linked to Heart Attacks
Following a recent study, this week the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning that a popular antibiotic can cause changes in the electricity that paces the heartbeat, leading to an increased incidence of heart attacks.
Probiotics Change Brain Activity and Emotional Response
Researchers have determined that consuming a milk fermented with probiotics changes brain activity and tasking response. See how brain activity is linked to our gut microbiome.
Asthma Linked to Bacteria Infections
It’s time we put aside the notion that asthma is a genetic disorder. Research from Australia has determined that many asthma patients are dealing with sustained bouts with bacteria infections – including many that are resistant to antibiotics.
Deadly Superbugs Hitting Critical Mass in Hospitals
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that a deadly antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria is growing among hospitals and other health care facilities, and comes with a high rate of fatality. Options are now limited. What is the solution?
Does Your Fruit Smoothie Harm Your Teeth?
Researchers from Scotland’s Dundee Dental School and Hospital studied the ability of different fruit smoothies to wear away dental enamel and cause tooth decay.
Vitamin D Supplements Linked Child’s Food Allergy Risk
Supplementation of vitamin D in pregnancy increases the risk of the baby having food allergies.
Does BPA Really Cause Hormone Disruption?
Research being presented at the 2013 Annual Meeting of the AAAS is shedding doubt that current levels of human exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) is disrupting hormones to the extent characterized by many. Are we really safe from hormone disruptors?
Calcium Supplementation Can Increase Heart Disease
Multiple studies find that calcium supplementation and calcium-heavy diets can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and even early death. Find out how much calcium is too much.
