You may be aware of the dangers of high fructose corn syrup. It has been shown to contribute to fat deposits in the liver,it leads to plaque buildup which narrows blood vessels, and sets the stage for a whole host of diseases. While the health risks are pretty widely known, high fructose corn syrup still…
Everyone misplaces their car keys every once in a while, or wanders around a parking lot trying to figure out where they parked their car. It happens to the best of us, especially with age. But if you find yourself experiencing forgetful moments more often than usual, it may be indicative of something more than…
Restless leg syndrome is a neurological disorder that is characterized by throbbing, pulling, creeping or other unpleasant sensations in the legs. The feeling is uncontrollable and there is often an overwhelming urge to move them. Symptoms appear most commonly at night when a person is relaxing or resting, and they may increase in severity during…
It’s widely known that pharmaceutical antibiotics and other drugs come with a long list of side effects, but many maintain the “that won’t happen to me” mentality when it comes to medicine. When you’re feeling under the weather or have an infection or another health condition that requires medication, it can be extremely difficult to…
Not only is cinnamon delicious, it’s packed full of health benefits! Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants that protect the body from oxidative damage caused by free radicals. It helps the body fight infections and repair tissue damage due to its potent anti-inflammatory properties. Research shows that cinnamon can decrease the amount of glucose that enters…
In an age of growing technology, it’s no secret that many kids are infatuated with video games, television shows and iPads. Children are spending hours a day mindlessly staring at a screen, and notably less time playing outdoors. A survey was conducted sponsored by the Unilever laundry detergent brands OMO and Persil, that included more…
Dr. Mary Newport has a theory that ketone bodies – which the body makes when digesting coconut oil – may be an alternative fuel for the brain. She believes that coconut oil may offer profound benefits in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. If her theory is accurate, it could be one of the greatest natural…
Olive oil is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and its long list of health benefits is constantly growing. It contains Vitamin E, Vitamin K and plenty of beneficial fatty acids including Omega-6 and Omega-4. The antioxidants in extra virgin olive oil have been shown to help fight disease, as well as act as an…
Canned food may be an inexpensive convenience for busy families, but it could come with a much higher cost to your health. You may have heard of a chemical called bisphenol or BPA. It’s used in the manufacturing of polycarbonate plastic or epoxy resins, which are used in some food packaging materials, including the lining inside metal-based…
After years of a climbing obesity rate that can be considered nothing less than frightening, Americans are finally starting to take note of what they’re putting in their bodies. More health food stores are popping up all over the country, along with smoothie bars and farmer’s markets. More people are opting for fresh and organic…
When dandelions come to mind, you might instantly think of the hours you’ve spent trying to keep them from growing in your yard. But while you were desperately searching for a way to keep them from popping up in your green grass, you were missing out on the numerous health benefits they have to offer!…
In January of 2013, the Swiss Medical Board was mandated to prepare a review of mammography screening. The board included a medical ethicist, a clinical epidemiologist, a clinical pharmacologist, an oncologic surgeon, a nurse scientist, a lawyer and a health economist. In the New England Journal of Medicine, two members of the board — Nikola…