By John Anderer The great Pacific garbage patch, a gigantic floating island of trash spanning an area twice the size of the state of Texas, is plain to see. Now, new international research reports there’s much, much more trash residing below the ocean’s surface. CSIRO,…
By John Anderer What To Know: Berries from the sea buckthorn provide a healthy source of antioxidants. Buckthorn extracts show both antidiabetic and anti-obesity properties in lab tests. Sea buckthorn oil is also loaded with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and polyphenols. Berries from the shrub…
By John Anderer UPPSALA, Sweden — New research out of Sweden should serve as a reminder to all the night owls out there that a decent night’s sleep isn’t optional. Scientists at Uppsala University have found that adults sleeping a mere three to five hours nightly…
By John Anderer While great American authors like Whitman and Thoreau have been telling us for centuries that nature can soothe the soul and heal the heart, new research finds a walk in green spaces may be just as revitalizing for the brain. Scientists from…
By John Anderer Concerning new findings suggest the countless commuters who travel on high-traffic highways every day may be putting their cardiovascular health at risk. Scientists at the University of Washington report that unfiltered air from rush-hour traffic appeared to significantly increase passengers’ blood pressure…
By John Anderer If you live on or near a busy street that’s always full of humming motors and the sounds of traffic, you may be more likely to hear a buzzing in your ears — even during silent moments. Scientists at the University of…
By John Anderer Countless people use a caffeine boost in the morning to get their days started, but noteworthy new research suggests too much caffeine may actually backfire. Specifically, people who participate in sports may be disrupting their own decision-making and problem-solving skills. Researchers at…
By John Anderer Hot yoga can sound intimidating to beginners, but new research suggests consistently breaking a sweat in the yoga studio may help reduce symptoms of depression in a major way. Scientists at Massachusetts General Hospital put together a randomized controlled clinical trial featuring…
By John Anderer People often say we only get one chance to make a good first impression. Now, researchers from the University of Cambridge are suggesting that saying may ring especially true when it comes to parents and their children. Their study finds that kids…
By John Anderer Brittle bones and aching joints are a daily reality of life for countless people, especially during old age. Now, however, a new report suggests the key to maintaining strong bones throughout life may be hiding in our stomachs. Researchers at the Hebrew…
By John Anderer Troubling new research finds the majority of foods purchased by Americans (60%) contain any number of artificial additives such as preservatives, sweeteners, and coloring or flavoring agents. Even worse, these levels represent a 10-percent increase since 2001. The study makes a strong…
By John Anderer What’s better for your health? Movement or medication? New findings out of Australia show that staying in motion can do a world of good for mental health. Notably, study authors from the University of South Australia add that exercise appears to be…
By John Anderer Olive oil is a pillar of the Mediterranean diet, widely considered one of the healthiest approaches to eating. The health benefits of olive oil are hardly a secret, and most are attributable to its minor components such as polyphenols. Now, a new…
By John Anderer When it comes to promoting a stronger memory at any age through diet, most doctors and nutritionists point patients and clients toward lots of berries, seafood, and leafy green vegetables. Now, however, fascinating new findings suggest that mushrooms can also benefit memory…
By John Anderer A dollar just doesn’t go as far as it used to, and that’s probably most apparent for many Americans during their weekly trip to the grocery store. Food and drink is an absolute essential for us all, but many of the prices…
By John Anderer A chemical used in the production of toilet paper, as well as additional “forever chemicals,” have been discovered in the bodies of orcas (killer whales) near Western Canada. Even worse, researchers from the University of British Columbia say the chemicals have been…
By John Anderer The dietary supplement tricaprin is capable of “dramatically” reversing signs of heart disease in certain patients, according to new research from Osaka University. Scientists report routine supplementation of tricaprin resulted in coronary artery plaque regression and the alleviation of symptoms among patients with…
By John Anderer Tart juice made from Montmorency cherries, the most common type of tart cherries grown in the United States, has long been used to treat a variety of health problems such as gout or sleeplessness. A recent study conducted at the University of…
By John Anderer It’s no secret that exercise is good for the body, but new findings from a team at Edith Cowan University suggest breaking a sweat regularly is like medicine for cancer patients — and every dose counts. Researchers report that just a single…
By John Anderer It’s a popular question among tired Americans: How can I sleep better without turning to medicine? The answer could be on the other side of your front door. Getting outside for at least a little while and soaking in some daytime light, even…
