Jun 30, 2020 06:30AM
A new study concludes that berberine, an alkaloid compound found in goldenseal, Oregon grape, barberry and other herbs, can potentially reduce artery plaque.
Studies show that eating citrus fruits or their extract can significantly reduce body weight.
Researchers find a turmeric extract, ginger and black pepper combination works just as well as the anti-inflammatory drug naproxen, Aleve, in patients with chronic knee osteoarthritis.
Researchers have found that acupuncture in the ear can help speed rehabilitation of stroke patients.
Anhedonia—the clinical name for a lack of motivation and inability to feel pleasure in life—can be helped by Bacopa monnieri, also known as Brahmi, an Ayurvedic herb.
Chlorhexidine gluconate, a mouthwash commonly prescribed by dentists for gingivitis, actually increases acidic levels in the mouth, leading to an increase in cavity-causing bacteria.
May 29, 2020 06:30AM
Natto, a fermented soybean dish of Japan, supports bone health in postmenopausal women by providing protection from fractures.
People that eat a plant-based, vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables and soy may have a lower risk of stroke than others with diets that include meat and fish.
Research finds that the fat in olive oil increases the life span of cells, supporting the idea that a Mediterranean Diet can prevent age-related diseases.
When combined with standard Western pharmaceuticals, Gegen Quinlian decoction, a Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal mix, proves effective in treating ulcerative colitis.
