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03/06/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Study: Strength training can benefit those with diabetes by lowering liver fat and improving blood sugar levels

The liver plays an important role in the prevention of metabolic disorders, like Type 2 diabetes, Gaucher’s disease and hemochromatosis. As the largest organ and gland in the human body, the liver carries out over 500 tasks, including breaking down fats, regulating blood sugar levels and filtering out harmful compounds from the blood. However, the liver might struggle […]

03/04/2020 / By Divina Ramirez

Consuming enough protein helps lower risk of frailty and prefrailty in older women, advise scientists

Adequate protein intake can help reduce the risk of frailty in women aged 66 to 71, according to scientists. The study, published in European Journal of Nutrition, showed that an intake of at least 1.1 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight (g/kg) over a three-year period led to a reduced risk of frailty and prefrailty in […]

02/27/2020 / By Ralph Flores

Study findings show which alternative hair loss remedies work: Rosemary oil and caffeine revealed to be the most effective therapies

It’s normal for a person to experience hair loss: On average, a person can lose up to 100 hairs from his scalp every day. However, while most people grow them back, those with alopecia experience extreme hair loss, either due to diseases like lupus, thyroid issues or diabetes; environmental exposure; medication; or even poor nutrition. In their […]

02/27/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

The 4 stages of COPD: Pay attention to your symptoms and make lifestyle changes to prevent it

COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is an umbrella term referring to a group of progressive lung diseases. Among the common diseases classified under COPD are emphysema and chronic bronchitis. According to the American Lung Association, COPD is the third leading cause of death in the US, only behind cancer and heart disease. More than […]

02/24/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

Raspberries: A potential treatment for COPD?

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) refers to a group of progressive lung diseases, including common ones like emphysema and chronic bronchitis. According to the American Lung Association, COPD is the third leading cause of death in the US, behind cancer and heart disease. More than 15.3 million Americans have been diagnosed with COPD, and many […]

02/18/2020 / By Darnel Fernandez

Understanding the causes and treatments of joint pain

Joints refer to the parts of the body where your bones meet each other, particularly in the shoulders, elbows, knees and hips. These connections allow the bones to move around. However, as you grow older, you may start to experience pain and discomfort emanating from these joints. People often see this developing joint pain as […]

02/12/2020 / By Grace Olson

Want to improve your memory while staying fit? Try exercising for at least half an hour regularly

Regular exercise is a key component of a healthy lifestyle, but its benefits go beyond just strengthening muscles and reducing fat. Researchers from the University of Maryland (UMD) found that exercising for at least 30 minutes each day can help improve memory. Their study, which appeared in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, is one of many that seek to […]

02/07/2020 / By Grace Olson

A natural remedy for sleep problems: Can acupuncture help with insomnia?

Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, and many scientific studies attest to its health benefits. Acupuncture is often used to treat chronic pain and nausea. But recent studies show that it can also be used to help people with insomnia. How does acupuncture work? Acupuncture is a traditional medicine and healing art that originated in China. It was developed around 100 B.C., and […]

01/28/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Taking vitamin D supplements for multiple years found to help those with cancer live LONGER

Taking vitamin D supplements regularly for at least three years may lengthen the lives of people with cancer, a recent study suggests. In this study, which was published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, researchers from Michigan State University (MSU) reviewed 10 randomized controlled trials that compared vitamin D supplementation with placebos. These trials involved over 79,000 people with cancer. The patients had an average age […]

12/26/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

Patients with chronic kidney disease could benefit from herbal baths – review

Chinese herbal bath therapy (CHBT) is an ancient method of healing that has been used for thousands of years. Like modern herbal baths, CHBT involves mixing an herbal decoction or herbal extracts in warm bathwater. According to ancient Chinese records, CHBT is an effective treatment for internal diseases like osteoarthritis and skin itching (pruritus) associated with diseases […]

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