Lifestyle diseases are now complicating pregnancies, putting mothers and newborns at higher risk of complications
(Natural News) Contrary to popular belief, the responsibilities of motherhood begin before, not after, conception….
Month: November 2017
On the spot: Stress does a number on your ability to recall details of situations, according to research
(Natural News) New research has delved into the effects of stress on our ability to…
Exercises to Enhance 5 Key Brain Functions
Mental stimulation can take many forms. Learning a new language and traveling to new destinations…
Giving Provides Happiness Bonus for Giver
It’s that time of year when many people are focused on exchanging gifts and donating…
Newsbriefs: AD Blood Test; Insufficient Sleep; Dementia & Sense of Smell
New Blood Test May Help Improve Accuracy of Alzheimer’s Diagnosis Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can be…
Yoga, Meditation Boost Brain Function and Energy Levels
Yoga and meditation have long been associated with stress relief and improving one’s ability to…
Don’t Let Your Brain Age Too Fast
You’ve probably heard how a smoker’s lungs are 20 years older than they should be….
C Diff Infections Among Hospital Patients on the Rise
The prevalence of clostridium difficile—or C diff —is staggering. The Centers for Disease Control and…
Abdominal Fat Weighs Heavily on Surgery
New research suggests that carrying belly fat might put you at increased risk if you…
6 Mommy Brain Breaks (That Your Kids Won’t Even Know You’re Taking)
Mom life is hard. There is multitasking, tantrums, planning, negotiating, cleaning, cooking, managing, delegating, and…
Don’t let annoying people get you down: Learn about the 4 types of jerks, and 3 tactics to avoid them
(Natural News) At some point in our professional careers we get so frustrated that we…
Big Pharma profits: Thanks to new AHA guidelines, now HALF of all Americans have high blood pressure
(Natural News) The American Heart Association just changed its guidelines for high blood pressure, and…
Prepper alert: U.S. authorities warning of new terrorism threat to RAIL system after Al Qaeda provides “how-to” instructions on train derailment
(Natural News) Railroad and mass transit authorities are being warned by an agency belonging to…
Is addiction a risk of going to the hospital? New model of care suggests offering hospital patients addiction services, regardless of why they are there to “close the gap in treatment”
(Natural News) While patients rely on various drugs to treat their health concerns, medical experts…
Food scientists blame newly discovered “taste” for carbohydrate cravings on taste buds – implying we are victims of our physiology
(Natural News) Food scientists have found evidence that our tongues have a certain sensitivity to the taste…
How meditation works: It synchronizes key regions in the brain, improving cognitive functions
(Natural News) Meditation can do more than help you relax after a long day. According…
Antihistamines: Uses, Types, and Side Effects of a Popular Allergy Medication
Antihistamines are medications that help relieve or prevent allergy symptoms. Most are available over-the-counter (OTC)…
Ask the Doctor: Extreme Fatigue; Brain Protection; Fasting for Tests
Q: I’m in my late 60s and I’ve been extremely tired lately. I’m having trouble…
Healthy Years’ 2017 Annual Index
Bones and Joints Need a Total Hip Replacement? (Jan., 5) Back Pain? Don’t Assume It’s…
Q&A: Sleep; Congestive Heart Failure; Antidepressants
Q. How much sleep do I really need? I’ve heard so many conflicting theories. A….
Energy-Boosting Foods
Whole natural foods, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, trump processed so-called “energy” food…
Dealing with Depression
Lots of situations bring on sadness, but if feelings persist for several weeks, that is…
Newsbriefs: RA Symptoms; Arthritis Diagnosis; Neck Pain
Eat More Fish and Relieve Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms. Eating fish twice a week can help…
DOUBLE your risk of stomach cancer with acid reflux drugs, study claims
(Natural News) A new study claims that you could double your risk of developing stomach…
U.K. joins the EU in their ban against bee-killing pesticides
(Natural News) The U.K. has now decided to join the EU-wide ban on pesticides to…
Scientists look at how human activity has altered evolution in the natural world: The consequences of exploding populations of rats, bedbugs, mosquitoes in cities
(Natural News) Nature may no longer be the primary force impacting evolution. A duo of…
It’s all bogus: There’s no such thing as a “black” person or a “white” person… all racist arguments implode under weight of surprising genetic science
(Natural News) A landmark study recently published in the journal Science has finally put to…
Medical cannabis for pets skyrocketing in popularity across California and the world
(Natural News) Just a few years ago, anyone who said they were using marijuana to…
Another blow to the global warming argument: Volcanic eruptions can melt ice sheets thousands of miles away, according to recently discovered ancient evidence
(Natural News) Volcanic eruptions from thousands of miles away may cause rapid melting of ice…
Research Round-Up: Saturated Fats & Lung Cancer; Almonds & “Good” Cholesterol
Saturated Fats Raise Lung Cancer Risk An analysis of 10 studies from the US, Europe,…
Nuts for Peanuts
The Folklore. The peanut is more than just a tradition at baseball games, pubs, and…
Environmental Nutrition Index
January 2017 – December 2017 Month, page number are in parentheses BEVERAGES Alcohol and Cancer…
The Best Diet for Managing Your Diabetes
Most older Americans have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes. In fact, even though many have…
The Best in the Spaghetti Sauce Aisle
Spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna, baked ziti…all classic comfort foods. But these days our hectic schedules…
Ride the Whole Grain Train
When it comes to your dietary choices, it’s a good idea to be a purist…
Understanding Organic Pesticides
A top reason people choose organic foods is to avoid pesticides, but contrary to what most…
5 Ways to Turn Your Mom Guilt into Something Positive
Every mom has it – that pang of mom guilt that makes you question everything you…
FDA’s recent attack on Kratom based on lies and junk science, warns herbal group
(Natural News) “The thing that bugs me is that the people think the FDA is…
5 ways to look and feel much younger than your real age
(Natural News) The global anti-aging industry was reportedly worth $250 billion in 2016 and is…
In addition to preventing cancer, vitamin D now found to prevent Rheumatoid Arthritis, too
(Natural News) The wonders of vitamin D never cease to amaze. Its ability to help…
Take your smoothie to the next level: 10 Superfood powders that will boost your nutrition
(Natural News) One way of easily filling up your daily nutrient needs is by drinking…
Can we feed the world organically? With some changes to the system, researchers say yes
(Natural News) It’s hard to find fault with consuming organic food, but those who are…
Swollen Feet? The Condition Can Require Prompt Medical Attention
Swollen feet can be a normal inflammatory reaction due to overuse or a strain, such…
Eye Twitching: Harmless Annoyance… or a Cause for Concern?
Occasional eye twitching is a benign but annoying condition. It often lasts only a few…
How to be a leader in your community
Did you know that only 21% of Congress seats are held by women, while in…
Water WARS erupting across our world as fresh water supplies collide with surging food demand
(Natural News) Water is a precious commodity, and without it we can’t grow food and…
The up-side of chores: Daily physical activity, such as house-keeping, found to prolong life for older women
(Natural News) Household chores may not be the most exciting thing to do, but there…
4 reasons you absolutely NEED clean and potent supplements in order to be healthy (sponsored content)
(Natural News) Virtually gone are the days where an individual living in the modern world…
Being a pet parent can extend your life, especially if you’re single, according to new study
(Natural News) Aside from being man’s best friend, it looks like dogs can help singles…
No meds required: 3 ways schools can help ADHD kids without resorting to risky psychiatric drugs
(Natural News) Normal children tend to be inattentive at times, hyperactive, and sometimes impulsive. However,…