New Study Helps Understand Role of Gut Microbiome in Gestational Diabetes
University of Illinois Chicago via Newswise – Researchers at University of Illinois Chicago have identified changes in the gut microbiome that can lead to gestational diabetes. “The bacteria that live in your…
Study: Light Therapy Fast-Tracks Healing of Skin Damage from Cancer Radiation Therapy
University at Buffalo via Newswise – BUFFALO, N.Y. – Light therapy may accelerate the healing of skin damage from radiation therapy by up to 50%, according to a recent University at Buffalo-led…
The Truth About Vitamin D
Dr. Don Colbert – Vitamin D is a popular supplement that has received a lot of attention in the last few years. Here’s the truth about this vitamin and hormone, how…
Dementia: How to Prevent Cognitive Decline
Universite de Montreal via Newswise – Physical activity, nutrition and cognitively stimulating activities are all known to be good ways to prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. And older adults at risk can…
Chemicals in Plastic May Contribute to Weight Gain
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) via Newswise – It may sound strange, but chemicals in plastic may make the bathroom scale a less pleasant place to visit. Every day,…
The Ingenious Lab Where You Can Hear Sights and Feel Sounds
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Iddo Wald shows me two abstract shapes, one angular and the other rounded. “One of these shapes is called Bouba and the other is Kiki. Which…
Mediterranean Diet Associated With a Lower Risk of Mortality in Older Adults
University of Barcelona via Newswise – A greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet which had been assessed through an index made with biomarkers during a 20-year scientific monitoring is associated with a…
New Study Validates Benefits of Convalescent Plasma for Some COVID-19 Patients
NYU Langone Health via Newswise – Transfusions of blood plasma donated by people who have already recovered from infection with the pandemic virus may help other patients hospitalized with COVID-19, a new…
It’s Time to Get Off the “Pesticide Treadmill” and Here Is Why
Stephanie Woods via NaturalHealth365 – For decades we’ve known that pesticides and agriculture are a deadly combination. Over the years, the government has passed regulations that make it look like they are…
Healthy & Delicious Garlic Breadsticks Recipe
Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN – There’s a certain restaurant chain out there that became quite well known for its unlimited salad and breadsticks deal. And while that deal might…
NEW STUDY Shows Listening to Emotionally Significant Songs Improves Cognitive Function
Lori Alton via NaturalHealth365 – Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia continue to impact a tragic number of people throughout the United States. Over 6.5 million Americans are currently affected…
Is Aloe Effective for Blood Pressure, Inflammatory Bowel, Wound Healing, and Burns?
Michael Greger M.D. FACLM via Nutrition Facts – I discuss the risks and benefits of aloe vera. “Aloe vera is one of the most popular home remedies in use today, yet most…
The Medical Minute: Doing for Others Lifts Your Mood and Improves Your Health
Penn State Health via Newswise – In the early days of the pandemic, Dr. Angel Schuster kept herself mostly isolated from friends and family. Although the situation has improved, the continued spread…
Stunning CDC Admission: 75% of COVID-19 Deaths “Had Four or More Comorbidities”
Sara Middleton via NaturalHealth365 – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), hospital systems, and doctors are finally talking about the difference between dying with COVID and dying of COVID. This distinction…
Keto Diet May Reduce Damage from Traumatic Brain Injury
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Eating a ketogenic diet appears to be beneficial after traumatic brain injury, according to an international study piloted by Tel Aviv University. Traumatic brain injury,…