Could the benefits of prebiotics extend far beyond gut health? New research suggests that prebiotics may have more beneficial effects on our health than previously known. If you’re like millions […]
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New research investigating the link between vitamin D and metabolic syndrome suggests that a deficiency of this nutrient may be a factor in rising rates of chronic illness. Are you
Researchers Discover Link Between Vitamin D and Metabolic Syndrome Leer más >
With over half of Americans considered overweight, many people engage in the battle of the bulge on a daily basis. There are so many factors involved in weight loss beyond
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Life on earth evolved in the presence of light. We depend on the sun to provide energy for the plants we eat, to warm our planet to a safe temperature
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Unless you live under that proverbial rock, you are likely familiar with the purported health dangers of smartphones. Although these devices make it easier to manage our busy lives and stay
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Irregular sleep cycles and melatonin levels can have a detrimental effect on every aspect of health, but their connection to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes is especially strong. Recently,
New Research Helps Explain the Link Between Melatonin and Diabetes Leer más >
We make a plethora of decisions every day of our lives, from which shoes to wear to which politician to vote for in elections. Although we do not consciously realize it, a
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Couldn’t most of us use an extra hour of sleep? Many people look forward to the fall time change, which occurs on November 6 this year. Unlike the spring changing
Turning the Clocks Back This Weekend Could Be Detrimental to Your Health Leer más >
Do you get enough zinc in your diet? Research on the link between zinc and DNA repair suggests that this metal may be more important to human health than previously
Boosting Zinc Intake Can Protect Your DNA Leer más >
How do you feel when you don’t get enough sleep? If you are like most people, you feel fatigued, achy, out of sorts and a bit duller than usual. As
How Sleep Restriction Can Sabotage Your Health Leer más >
Are you one of the millions of people who struggle with respiratory concerns? New research on omega-3 for asthma suggests this natural remedy may make a huge difference. Asthma is
New Research Indicates Omega-3 for Asthma Could Help You Breathe Easier Leer más >
Many neurological processes, such as remembering to breathe without even thinking about it, are well-understood. However, there are a few areas where modern science is just beginning to discover the
Researchers Uncover the Intricate Relationship Between Sleep and Memory Leer más >
Are you trying to exercise more but are coming up short on “get up and go”? Low levels of a common neurotransmitter may be to blame. Countless Americans make the
Unmotivated to Exercise? You May be Low on Dopamine Leer más >
Cancer was once a dreaded death sentence. New research, specifically studies on cancer and the circadian clock, are offering new understanding and new hope. Around half of all people will be diagnosed
Cancer and the Circadian Clock: Recent Insights Offer New Hope Leer más >
We are exposed to germs almost constantly throughout the day. However, most of us rarely get sick despite this constant barrage of pathogens. The reason for this is the action of
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Resveratrol has been in the news for its heart-health benefits for years. It is believed to help support a healthy cardiovascular system and protect against a wide variety of health concerns.
New Research Shows the Health Benefits of Resveratrol Extend Beyond Heart Health Leer más >
Resveratrol is present in red wine, berries, grapes and a variety of healthy foods. Believed to have powerful antioxidant properties which promote healthy aging, this plant compound is being linked
Resveratrol and Heart Disease: Helping the Heart Via the Gut Leer más >
When most people think of a vitamin that contributes to eye health, they think of vitamin A. However, new research reveals that vitamin C may be just as important. Scientists
Vitamin C Found to Significantly Cut Cataract Risk Leer más >
As the old saying goes, you can lead a horse to water but you cannot make them drink. Putting children to bed is a similar experience for many exhausted parents.
Children and Sleep: The Effects of Sleep Deprivation on Behavior and Health Leer más >
Do you go to bed at the same time every night? If you are like most people in the industrialized world, the answer to this question is likely “no.” Electrical
Keeping a Consistent Bedtime Reduces Risk of Heart Disease Leer más >
If you’ve been keeping up with recent research, you’re probably aware of the negative effects of blue light from electronic devices on sleep. More and more we are being warned
New Research Uncovers Previously-Unknown Effects of Blue Light on Sleep Leer más >
Many people suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and don’t even realizing it. You may have felt a touch of the winter blues but quickly recovered with a vacation to
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Most of us take breathing for granted. While everyone must breathe to stay alive, it happens unconsciously and we only notice it when we have a cold or another illness
Vitamin D and Asthma: Supplementation Found to Lower Risk of Severe Attacks Leer más >
Around 60 percent of American adults take a prescription drug and even more take over-the-counter medications as well. Could recognizing the link between the time of day we take our medications and
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The night sky is an important part of human culture. We refer to famous people as “stars” and make endless references to the night sky without even realizing it. Van
Losing the Night Sky: The Harmful Effects of Light Pollution on Human Health Leer más >
Most modern people accept that the “correct” way to sleep is to go to bed at night and stay asleep until morning. In fact, waking at night and being unable
Nighttime Awakening: Are Two Sleeps Better Than One? Leer más >
Serotonin, which is often referred to as the “happiness hormone,” is most often associated with happiness and feelings of well-being. While this inhibitory neurotransmitter definitely has an effect on mood, it
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Vitamin D is a crucial vitamin for a variety of cell processes. Many modern people don’t get enough of this essential nutrient, a situation which can have serious health effects.
Vitamin D Deficiency and Pregnancy: The Serious Consequences for Mother and Baby Leer más >
Age-related cognitive decline is an unfortunate part of growing older. According to new studies, this cognitive decline in women may begin earlier than previously suspected. For many people, one of
Cognitive Decline in Women May Start Sooner Than Previously Thought Leer más >
People in the Western world have more food availability and eat more calories than ever, as evident by our expanding waist lines. However, many of us still are not getting
Magnesium Health Benefits Include Reduced Risk of Diabetes, Heart Disease and Stroke Leer más >
Many people have are familiar with the importance of getting enough folic acid or folate, also known as vitamin B9, when pregnant. However, getting enough vitamin B12 during pregnancy is
Not Getting Enough Vitamin B12 During Pregnancy Boosts Disease Risk for Baby Leer más >
People who suffer from autoimmune skin disease may find new hope in treatment options, as new research shows a link between psoriasis and vitamin D levels. Psoriasis is a common
Solid Link Between Psoriasis and Vitamin D Offers Hope for New Treatment Options Leer más >
How do your food choices affect your sleep? If you’ve ever reached for a cup of chamomile tea or a glass of warm milk before bed, you probably have some
What You Eat Is Intricately Linked to Sleep Timing, Quality and Duration Leer más >
There is a common assumption that people lose their cognitive abilities as they age. We expect to see our memory, intelligence and brain function slowly decline in our later years. However,
Cognitive Health Found to Be Important Determinant of Lifespan Leer más >
With obesity reaching epidemic levels in the United States and much of the Western world, many people are struggling to lose a few (or more!) extra pounds. Often those wishing
Meal Timing: Is When You Eat as Important as What You Eat? Leer más >
While depression was once viewed as mere sadness, today we recognize that it is a biochemical disorder that can often be treated with medication and therapy. Unfortunately, the wide range
Omega 3 and Antidepressants: A One-Two Punch to Knock Out Depression Leer más >
Americans spend billions of dollars a year on pharmaceuticals. Despite this, we are somehow among the sickest people in the developed world, with high incidences of cancer and other life-threatening
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What is your ideal work schedule? While the answer will vary from person to person, most people prefer a day shift that does not begin too early or end excessively
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Your digestive tract is an essential part of your body. We depend on our gut and intestinal flora to digest and absorb food as well as to get rid of
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Most of us know someone, be it a friend, grandfather, parent, or another family member, who takes medication for hypertension, or high blood pressure. Not only is high blood pressure
