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11/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

L-carnitine helps manage your hormones while reducing oxidative stress

L-carnitine, a naturally occurring amino acid, can help regulate hormones, reduce oxidative stress, and decrease the metabolic effects of diabetes, according to a study published in the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine. Diabetes causes problems in sex hormones and increases production of free radicals and oxidative stress. Researchers at Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences in […]

11/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Scientists look at whole body vibration as a potential treatment for fibromyalgia

Whole body vibration exercise is an effective therapy for people with fibromyalgia, according to a study published in the journal Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice. The study revealed that whole body vibration therapy can help improve fibromyalgia symptoms, such as pain, function, and depression. Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes pain all over the body. […]

11/07/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Here are some of the most common causes of backaches and effective ways to avoid them

A backache is one of the most common complications worldwide, affecting more than 90 percent of the population. It is also the leading cause of disability in individuals younger than 45. It can interrupt an individual’s work and personal life. For this reason, it is important to know the common causes of a backache and […]

09/15/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Comprehensive study suggests the efficacy of yoga and physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain

If you have lower back pain, you may want to consider taking yoga as an option, aside from physical therapy: A study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine has found that yoga is as effective as physical therapy in treating chronic lower back pain. Researchers from Boston Medical Center (BMC) conducted the study in […]

08/27/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Massages may be better for lower back pain than pills, research finds

Forget the pill, a massage is the better option for that kink in your back. A study has shown that clinical massage therapy can effectively alleviate lower back pain. According to researchers from the University of Kentucky Department of Family and Community Medicine, more than 50 percent of the participants who received massages experienced significant […]

08/13/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Why sleep is so important and some tips to help you get a restful night

A good night’s sleep isn’t just relaxing, it’s absolutely essential. Missing just an hour of sleep can do a serious number on your person. From impacting your appetite to potentially making you more accident prone, you have a lot to lose from the lack of sleep. Sleep, you, and the world The significance of sleep […]

07/11/2018 / By Russel Davis

Improving blood flow to fight disease: Whole-body vibration therapy found to increase blood and oxygen delivery

A meta-analysis published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines revealed that whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) may significantly improve blood flow kinetics and boost oxygen delivery across the body, making it a viable treatment for a variety of degenerative diseases. The researchers pooled data from up to seven clinical trials and studies as part of the meta-analysis. […]

06/27/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Probiotics and a healthy diet hasten weight loss

Looking for a new strategy to lose weight faster? Adhere to a healthy diet and take probiotics. A study published in the journal Scientific Reports found that a healthy diet together with probiotic treatment could speed up weight loss. In the study led by the National Taiwan University, researchers aimed to determine if a probiotic […]

06/23/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Sweet! Compounds in vanilla extract found to be an effective alternative therapy for postmenopausal osteoporosis

Vanillic acid is a polyphenol that, in recent years, has become known for its impressive array of health benefits. These range from acting as an antibacterial agent to effectively suppressing the production of pro-inflammatory substances. But a team of researchers in China may have uncovered another potential benefit of this substance: protecting and treating women […]

06/22/2018 / By Janine Acero

PCOS: Understanding it and treating symptoms naturally

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in women and the most common cause of female infertility. This condition occurs when the ovaries produce more androgens (male sex hormones) than normal. Too much androgens may lead to a number of symptoms, including those related to diabetes. In addition, cysts tend to form in […]

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