Tiny particles of pollution might shrink the brain and increase risk of ‘silent’ strokes, study contends By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, April 23, 2015 (HealthDay News) — Long-term exposure to tiny particles of air pollution may be linked to subtle changes in the brain…
By Catherine J. Frompovich There are no doubts by now that most readers have heard that in the USA there is much concern about everyone being vaccinated with booster shots, regardless of age! See a previous article I wrote about that. Well, if there ever…
By Brandon Turbeville and Heather Callaghan For those who may be critical of the process of vaccination, particularly its safety and effectiveness, it is a known fact that there has never been a study proving safety or effectiveness that was not linked to a pharmaceutical…
By Heather Callaghan Back in March on one of the “friday the 13ths” this year, Scott Teeters on Far Out Radio and I hashed out some hot topics that are ongoing today. We covered a lot and kept a positive beat. First, there was some…
Results suggest possible alternative to long-term drug use By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter (HealthDay News) — Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy might offer an alternative for people with depression who don’t want to take antidepressants long-term, British researchers say. Their study, published April 21 online in The…
Image by Chiot’s Run, shared under a Creative Commons Licence We’ve all become a little more eco-conscious and most of us are aware that limiting our use of toxic chemicals will help the environment. This thinking can be extended to our garden and there are…
By Melissa Breyer, Tree Hugger This nifty list ranks popular plant foods by the 17 nutrients thought to lower the risk of heart disease and cancer. At this point the advice to eat fruit and vegetables for optimal health has been roundly hammered into our heads…
Genetic analysis indicates public shouldn’t be alarmed, ‘cautiously optimistic’ health officials say By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter WEDNESDAY, April 22, 2015 (HealthDay News) — The bird flu outbreak that has resulted in the slaughter of millions of chickens and turkeys in the United States has…
Eating healthy can be challenging for many people, but it is usually worth the effort. A healthy diet offers a lot benefits, including some that you might not think of. While most people eat well to trim their waistline or fit in a certain size…
By Catherine J. Frompovich Monsanto’s herbicide Roundup® just may be heading for a roundup at the U.S. EPA! How’d that happen after all these years of being declared safe enough to drink? Did public relations person Patrick Moore have any influence when he refused to…
By Jefferey Jaxen After the historic outpouring of families to halt the passing of SB277 last Wednesday in California, information has now been made public to further put into question the bill’s credibility. After passing the Sacramento Health Committee vote, the bill was delayed as…
Natural Blaze The workings of the ingredient capsaicin in calming nerves become more clear in a Newark lab. Anyone who has ever bitten unknowingly into a red hot chili pepper remembers the unhappy result – burning, painful sensations that make one’s mouth feel as though…
Three out of four Key Haven residents oppose release of genetically modified mosquitoes By a wide margin, Key Haven residents oppose the release of genetically modified mosquitoes in their neighborhood. At its next board meeting, the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District, is likely to approve…
Natural Blaze Scientists from the Institute of Food Research have found evidence for a mechanism by which certain food compounds could help protect our health. Dietary studies have shown that people who eat the largest amounts of fruit and vegetables have a reduced risk of…
By Heather Callaghan Strawberries seem simple enough, but they’ve been hiding beautiful and benevolent complexities that are ripe for research. Previous research found that strawberries could help prevent throat cancer. Look at the shape when you cut one horizontally – does it not look like…
For the third year in a row, shareholders at Abbott Laboratories’ annual meeting on April 24 will vote on a proposal to disclose which nutritional products, including Similac Infant Formula, contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and what actions the company is taking to reduce or…
People with weak immune systems especially vulnerable Household pets can transmit infection to people, especially those with weak immune systems, young children, pregnant women and seniors, according to an article in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Health care providers and pet owners should be aware…
Stress, body aches, weight gain, high blood pressure, and even depression are all medical issues that can derive as a result of the type of working environment employees are exposed to on the daily basis. From the typical 9 to 5 office workers to the…
It would be a safe to assume that everyone goes through some form of depression at one time or another in the lives. Periods of sadness and hopelessness are very common as life is often challenging and unpredictable. However, what must be understood is that…
By Healthy Holistic Living We all have different habits when it comes to our sleep. Some people love waking up early, others do so only reluctantly after hitting snooze for the tenth time. Some people never stay up past nine, while others never go to…
