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The first thing that comes to mind when thinking of health benefits of exercising regularly is: weight loss. But, scientists continue to find out more health related advantages in quitting a sedentary life, and become more active. Here are 5 scientifically proven health benefits of exercising regularly, which goes way beyond weight loss.
A UC Riverside psychology professor says there is a positive side to spending a lot of time worrying.
Researchers have found that your mental health can be affected by food insecurity.
The Shingles virus is gaining recognition as a possible cause of jaw and tooth pain in many patients who are often misdiagnosed. As a result, these patients are receiving unnecessary dental treatments, but there are natural treatments you can try before opting for having a root canal.
Smallpox is a long gone, viral disease. But recent comments from Bill Gates on bioterrorism, have sparked fear on what could people do in case of bioterrorist attack with the variola virus, which is still kept in vials in the CDC in Atlanta and the State Research Center of Virology and Biotechnology in Russia. So, the question is: how could food help with healing, in case of a smallpox (variola) outbreak?
Testosterone is a hormone found in both males and females although women tend to have much lower levels. Testosterone levels are highest between onset of puberty and about age 30 then begin to decline by about 1% each year after. Testosterone imbalances can affect both men and women physically and emotionally and certain foods can help with these imbalances. This article discusses five foods that increase testosterone levels and lower testosterone production.
Columbia University Medical Center researchers have developed a must have diabetes app that can tell you what your blood sugar will be based on the food you are about to eat.
Let’s face it, no one is happy when the baby gets a diaper rash, but what can you do to prevent or remedy a rash without using harmful products, chemicals or drugs?
Yesterday was a big day for the people looking for liver cancer treatment new options as FDA expanded the indications of Bayer's Regorafenib (Stivarga) to include the treatment of patients with liver cancer who have until now been treated with Sorafenib.
Fast Food Face is characterized in children by a pale complexion and dark circles under the eyes. The dark circles are an indication of malnourishment from a diet high in dairy and fast and processed foods, instead of a diet abundant in whole foods, fresh fruits and leafy green vegetables and Vitamin C.
People who are trying to leave a situation of substance abuse may feel powerless over the power of addiction, but the key to recovery is to work consistently towards breaking the cycle that leads to substance abuse. Experts at various addiction recovery services advocate that Exercising is an effective strategy for drug addiction recovery. But how does exercising is able to affect the process of drug addiction recovery?
Researchers say that there may be a link between binge drinking among young people and cardiovascular disease.
The debate on what causes autism continues, but recent findings have confirmed that there is a gut brain connection that is disrupted in autistic people, and it is been discovered to be caused by an aggressive form of candida. This yeast infection causes havoc in the system, leading neurological issues, which are later labelled as autism. Therefore, controlling yeast infection can be a treatment for autism, and there is a case study to prove it.
New research as found that exposure to mildly cold or warm environments that are higher or lower than room temperature — about 70 degrees F — speeds metabolism, according to a new study out of the Netherlands “thereby targeting obesity and by counterbalancing excess energy intake,” The bonus takeaway was improved glucose metabolism in colder temperature for diabetics.
Research now suggests just changing your indoor temperature setting could help regulate blood sugar and tackle major metabolic diseases. Scientists say the effect on treating type 2 diabetes is as beneficial as exercising and medication to control blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity.
Researchers say that consuming soy protein may lessen the severity of inflammatory bowel disease.
The idea that diabetic retinopathy can be managed or stopped on its tracks through nutrition, is good news. Since, blood vessels in the retina of DR sufferers become damaged overtime, and this may lead to blindness. The foods that will help you manage and halt diabetic retinopathy need to be rich in two carotenoids called: lutein and zeaxanthin, because they both act in the retina.
Dr. Pawan Gupta, a vitreo – retina specialist, believes that nutritional therapy can halt the development of diabetic retinopathy, but its efficacy depends on how far along the disease has progressed. While he agrees that Nutritional therapy is beneficial to those suffering from diabetes. He said that: “ nutritional therapy has a role if the disease has not set in.” But, once diabetic retinopathy has set in “… the therapy has only an adjuvant role.”
Whether you’re an avid outdoorsman or an occasional camper, the right tools can mean the difference between comfort and a miserable outing and even life and death. When packing for a hike, sailing, or canoe trip, I make sure I have the right equipment. One of the most important and yet often forgotten items on a trip is a good knife.
The popular natural remedy and anti-inflammatory ingredient curcumin, found in turmeric, has been shown in studies to vastly improve, and in some cases prevent type 2 diabetes and it's associated symptoms, though further research has been lined-up.
PCOS or polycystic ovarian syndrome is a difficult condition for women. Risks associated with the ailment include type 2 diabetes. Now researchers have found electroacupunture could help women suffering from PCOS by regulating blood sugar; in turn preventing type 2 diabetes.
Researchers say that bad feelings can motivate cancer patients to take positive actions.
If you don't take the opportunity to replenish your blood sugar and muscle glycogen stores after a workout, forty-eight hours may be needed before these stores are refilled. This is typically the standard recovery time for most fitness enthusiasts, with the second day often feeling worse than the first, but it doesn't have to be this way. You can cut your recovery time in half by simply eating fruit.
Post-traumatic stress disorder is more common than you may think. Researchers have tested a complementary treatment on mice and feel it may be potentially useful for humans.
When on a vacation, you may find that there are a lot of temptations that you may become prone to, especially in regards to food and drink. When in a foreign country, testing the local food is part of the experience, but for the sake of your health you shouldn’t get carried away. If you struggle with maintaining a healthy diet while on holiday, here are some practical tips.
Researchers warn about falling for so-called diet foods designed to help cut calories and lose weight. A University of Georgia study highlights how diet foods can cause liver damage, brain inflammation and make you fatter. There is good reason we should avoid low-fat food marketing promises.
Yeast infection, also known as candidiasis is a very common infection caused by a fungus called candida albicans. This fungus overgrows when there is an imbalance on our system, and according to The Centers for Disease Control, 75% of adult women will have a yeast infection in their lifetime. So, If you find yourself having this fungal infection, don't panic because there are remedies that will treat yeast infection and boost immunity.
Researchers say that chili pepper has calming effects on the gut.
OTC pain relievers at some point will come with side effects, but natural home remedies for pain usually have no side effects.
Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is thought to be the most common chronic liver disease in the Western world. Now, a European study confirms that high protein diets cause non-alcoholic fatty liver, type 2 diabetes and that fructose (natural sugar from fruit) is not the cause of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease.
