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Health News: Study Unlocks Cholesterol-Lowering Activity of the Blueberry
September 1st, 2012The potential cardiovascular benefits of the blueberry may be related to berries’ anthocyanins interacting with bile acids to promote cholesterol reduction, suggests data from a study with hamsters.
Health News: Vitamin B6 and B12 Levels Linked to Depression
September 1st, 2012A new epidemiological study showed that low levels of vitamin B12 are linked to the increased risk of depression. While the findings are a connection, the study did not show that increased levels of the vitamin would reduce the likelihood of depression.
Health News: Green Tea Extract Shows Extensive Health Benefits
September 1st, 2012Extracts from green tea may lead to improvements in blood pressure, blood-sugar levels, and markers of inflammation, says a new study from Poland with obese hypertensives.
Health News: Cinnamon Improves Blood-Sugar Control for Diabetics
September 1st, 2012The number of people affected by diabetes in the European Union (EU) 25 is projected to increase to 26 million by 2030, up from the 19 million currently, according to the 2005-2007 American Diabetes Association figures. In the US, the numbers are more startling. About 24 million people in the US live with diabetes, which is about eight percent of the population.
Age Gracefully
July 1st, 2012The word “old” is not usually a desired description, but since we lack an acceptable alternative, maybe the focus should be on healthy ways to grow old. You can’t turn back the clock, but choices you make can help you age well.
Take control of the aging process to make your "wonder years" the best yet.Probiotic Building Blocks
July 1st, 2012Our bodies are full of bacteria. Before you shudder and reach for the hand sanitizer, you need to know that much of this bacteria is beneficial. We have over 1,000 strains of bacteria on our skin alone, and even more in our gastrointestinal system, called the gut flora.
The basics of probioticsBeat the War Against Mold
July 1st, 2012The Battle Plan;
Learn how to avoid health risks from mold exposure.The Sweetness of Life
July 1st, 2012Part of truly appreciating our human experience is enjoying the sweetness of life—a perfectly ripe peach, a fresh slice of homemade bread, or a scoop of chocolate ice cream. However, at a time when we have access to the world’s rich variety of sweet delicacies more than ever before, the number of people with difficulties metabolizing sugar in their bloodstream soars.
A Mind-Body Approach to DiabetesMelting Away Fat
July 1st, 2012Nobody’s perfect. We miss workouts, cave into cravings, and sometimes with our busy schedules, it’s practically impossible to stay on track with our weight-loss goals. Many of you are looking for the “magic bullet” to jumpstart your weight-loss efforts.
Five Foods That Will Lower Your WeightIt's All In Your Head
June 1st, 2012With the prevalence of Alzheimer’s and dementia rising in our society, there is good reason to harbor some anxiety about growing older. However, evidence is emerging that shows the risk of developing these conditions can be dramatically reduced—and the best news is that taking these steps can improve your life right now.
A healthy brain can improve your life now and increase the chances of remaining sharp through your golden years.
