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Healthy Aging Aging is unavoidable, but the risk of developing many of the problems and health challenges that come with aging can be reduced. We have some tips that can help you avoid the three most fear conditions that come with aging: mental decline, loss of mobility, and vision loss.
Aug, 2010
Fish Oil May Reduce Breast Risk A new observational, population-based study has found that regular and long-term use of fish oil supplements may reduce the risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Aug, 2010
Resveratrol May Help Protect Vision A new study from eye researchers at Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, has found that resveratrol may inhibit harmful angiogenesis in the eye, potentially improving eye health. Angiogenesis in the eye is responsible for two of the most widespread forms of eye disease that lead to blindness: age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy.
Aug, 2010
SAM-e Shows Neuroprotective Effect New research from Italy has found that SAM-e may demonstrate a neuroprotective effect, helping to protect the brain from oxidative stress. Oxidative damage of the brain has been previously linked to an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Aug, 2010
Vitamin D May Protect Nervous System & Brain In July, two unrelated studies found that vitamin D levels may play a role in two major health problems that affect millions of people around the world: Parkinson's Disease and cognitive decline. While both of these health problems primarily affect older people, they can affect young people as well.
Aug, 2010
Vitamin E Linked to Reduced Alzheimer's Risk Vitamin E is different from many other vitamins in that there are eight different forms. A new study has found that all forms of vitamin E, not just alpha-tocopherol, may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
Jul, 2010
Resveratrol May Aid in Weight Loss A new study has found that resveratrol helps lemurs lose weight. This is the first time the anti-obesity effect has been reported in a primate, however the effect has been seen in other animals, most notably in mice in late 2006.
Jul, 2010
Low Vitamin D May Increase Depression Risk Adding to an ever-growing list of potential health benefits, a new study has found that low vitamin D may be associated with depression in older men and women.
Jun, 2010
Lycopene May Reduce Asthma Risk New research recently published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry has found that lycopene may protect against inflammation in the lungs and reduce the risk of developing asthma.
Jun, 2010
Prepare for Summer Activity Summer means fun in the sun, but that fun can often lead to sore muscles and joints. Because many people are physically more active in the summer months, we have provided some tips for "tuning up" your body to handle the pounding and exercise it can take during the summer, as well as some tips on losing those last few pounds before putting on the swim suit.
Jun, 2010
Resveratrol May Increase Blood Flow to Brain A new randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover study has found that oral resveratrol supplementation may increase blood flow to the brain in humans.
Jun, 2010
Vitamin E May Reduce Risk of Lung Disease New research has found that vitamin E supplementation could help reduce the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by about 10%. Researchers believe vitamin E could be part of a new preventive strategy for women at risk of COPD.
Jun, 2010
Carbohydrates May Increase Women's Heart Risk Italy is known for its carbohydrate-rich food, but new research from Italy has found that the type and quantity of carbohydrates may affect your heart health. Women who eat a diet rich in high glycemic index food may double their risk of developing coronary heart disease.
May, 2010
Resveratrol May Protect the Brain In a study publish in April, researchers from one of the nation's most prestigious medical schools, the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, have discovered the way in which resveratrol may protect the brain from damage following a stroke. The study was conducted on mice.
May, 2010
Curcumin May Benefit Eyes and Liver Two new unrelated studies have found that curcumin may benefit eye and liver health due to its antioxidant capacity and resulting anti-inflammatory properties. Both studies were conducted on lab animals.
May, 2010
More Evidence of Probiotics Role in Weight Management A new study has found a link between intestinal microflora (microbes) and weight gain during pregnancy. The study has found that women who gain excessive weight gain during pregnancy have a different intestinal microflora composition with higher levels of pathogenic microflora than other women.
May, 2010
Control Inflammation For a Healthier Life Inflammation is a highly complex process within the body. It is the body's response to harmful stimuli, including irritants, damaged cells and pathogens. Inflammation also plays a critical role in wound healing and elimination of infections. However, chronic inflammation can lead to a number of health challenges and diseases, including allergies, asthma, atherosclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.
May, 2010
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