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408 Is Fruit Making You Fat?
Traditionally fruit has been considered so beneficial that the government set a 5-a-day standard as a bare minimum amount of fruit and vegetables you should be eating. 
Posted on Jan-17-2012

459 Green Tea vs. Three Common Cancers
Here in part two of my examination of green tea, I'll look at the evidence for its use against gastrointestinal cancers and breast cancer. In each case, the news is good.
Posted on Sep-07-2011

537 Diets Low in Micronutrients Linked to Obesity
Research shows micronutrient deficiency to be scientifically linked to a higher risk of obesity and other dangerous and debilitating diseases.
Posted on Sep-07-2011

366 Cell Phone Radiation Could Affect Fertility
A new study suggests there may be a link between cell phone radiation and infertility. How to protect yourself from cell phone radiation.
Posted on Sep-07-2011

331 Unusual Calcium-Cognitive Link Uncovered
Calcium is one of the overarching most popular natural supplements around. There is no doubting its importance, particularly for women of postmenopausal age. This study takes a different route, one that warns against having too high calcium -- in particular, what it does to the brain.
Posted on Sep-07-2011

469 Garlic Balances Glucose Levels, Protects Against Metabolic Syndrome
Garlic has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity and to protect against the symptoms associated with metabolic syndrome.
Posted on Sep-06-2011

445 Cloves Strengthen the Immune System
Cloves may be able to significantly strengthen immune response.
Posted on Sep-06-2011

429 Lipoic Acid Battles Diabetes Side Effect
In the second part of my look at lipoic acid, we'll check out the evidence about its abilities to help treat diabetic neuropathy. This just might be one of the best natural supplements for this condition.
Posted on Sep-06-2011

459 Cardiologists Weigh in on Natural Hypertension Aids
This story is all about doctors' advice. The target is high blood pressure and the subject is whether alternative health methods can work for you. Here is what an array of cardiologists -- heart experts -- believes on the subject.
Posted on Sep-06-2011

771 How to Prevent Kidney Stones from Forming
Kidney stones are an increasingly common health problem in Canada and the U.S. 10 tips for preventing the formation of kidney stones..
Posted on Sep-05-2011

466 Following a Rotation Diet Could Help Ease IBS Symptoms
A rotation diet could help reduce symptoms associated with IBS. How to follow a rotation diet.
Posted on Sep-04-2011

390 Omega-3s Stifle Stroke Damage
A new study has found that omega-3 fatty acids,one of the most healthful substances to humans, may limit the damage from a stroke. This fatty acid, found within many fish, was discovered to reduce the severity of brain damage after a stroke.
Posted on Sep-04-2011

382 The Amazing, Historic, Powerful Green Tea
Green tea is one of the most healthful beverages on the planet. It is a constant topic of medical studies around the world. It is ancient and its chemical propertiesmake it potentially helpful in a range of conditions. This begins a multi-part article in which I examine how the ancient beverage helps battle many conditions, including cancer.
Posted on Sep-04-2011

448 Eat This to Keep Muscles, Lose Belly Fat
Food cures come, food cures go, but one that always floats around a healthy diet is the dairy family. Our natural health is boosted by low-fat dairy products such as milk and yogurt. A new study says if you wish to trim belly fat and increase lean muscle, you might consider dairy more strongly.
Posted on Sep-01-2011

506 Do Free-range Hens Lay Better Eggs?
The evidence increasingly shows that the best health advice for a morning meal is to include a few eggs. They are rich in nutrients, lower in cholesterol than previously thought, and help keep you satiated longer into the day. A new study addressed an interesting question: are eggs laid by free-range hens nutritionally superior to those laid by eggs in cages?
Posted on Sep-01-2011

449 Bounty of Evidence Says Chocolate Protects Your Heart
Healing foods come no sweeter than this one: chocolate. It's been long thought and shown that dark chocolate in particular helps shield the heart from disease. A new study found some amazing proof that didn't even differentiate between dark, milk, white and other chocolate. In short, chocolate as a food cure will provide some protection from heart disease.
Posted on Sep-01-2011

452 A Supplement for Your Blood Vessels
Lipoic acid, also known as alpha-lipoic acid or thioctic acid, was originally identified as a vitamin more than 50 years ago. It is a naturally occurring chemical made in small amounts by plants, animals and humans.
Posted on Sep-01-2011

424 Moderate Drinking Lowers Risk for Dementia
Drinking moderate amounts of alcohol, especially wine, may lower the risk of dementia.
Posted on Aug-25-2011

339 My Top Natural Picks for Fighting Migraines.
Here I begin a short series that hones in on my top picks for treating migraine pain naturally. There are several natural supplements and herbal remedies that just might make painkillers unnecessary -- and even shorten the duration of a migraine episode. This is the introduction to that series.
Posted on Aug-25-2011

289 Avid TV Watchers Could Be Shortening Their Lives by up to Five Years
Spending up to six hours in front of the television each day could contribute to a shortened lifespan.
Posted on Aug-25-2011

338 Music to the Ears of a Cancer Patient
Cancer therapy is a gold mine these days of health breakthroughs (it really is), as we learn more and more how to challenge the disease and improve quality of life. A new study has unearthed evidence that may be music to the ears of a cancer patient.
Posted on Aug-25-2011

333 USDA Releases Antioxidant Ratings
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has posted the antioxidant values for various foods online. Researchers have determined that blueberry juice has the highest antioxidant levels, beating out other juices such as apple, cranberry and grape.
Posted on Aug-24-2011

299 West Nile Infection Rate Still Climbing
West Nile viral infections are still on the rise, according to the CDC. How to protect against infection from the virus.
Posted on Aug-24-2011

294 Can This Mineral Fight Migraine Pain?
Part two of the series hones in on magnesium, the most potent mineral or vitamin to ever wage battle on migraines. It leads the list of natural supplements and herbal remedies that just might make painkillers unnecessary.
Posted on Aug-24-2011

322 Five Hidden Causes of Digestive Trouble
Sometimes, when trying to ascertain the state of your natural health, it takes understanding the hidden triggers of any symptoms you have. On that note, let's take a peek at five hidden reasons you might be experiencing digestive problems.
Posted on Aug-24-2011