Excess stress not only makes you feel uneasy—it can also impact your immune system… contribute to sensitivities… and even cause mild changes in mood. One way to combat stress is to take licorice root. This natural herbal remedy acts on…
Do you worry about contracting bacterial infections from common kitchen items? If so, be sure to sanitize all surfaces that come in contact with raw meat or poultry. For instance, wash your cutting board and counters with regular detergent and…
If you experience the occasional cough, iron may help more than cough drops or syrups. Italian research has indicated that a deficiency in this mineral may help explain why some otherwise healthy, non-smoking people have bouts of occasional cou
Folic acid is a B vitamin that is known for its benefits for improved heart and cell function by supporting endothelial function and normal homocysteine levels. This vitamin also helps boost the health of pregnant women and the developing fetus.…
Maintaining eye health and supporting vision is key when it comes to healthy aging. In fact, research shows you can maintain optimal eye health with:
Regular exercise
Low-fat diet
Protecting your eyes with shaded glasses
Regular eye exam
Lifting weights can help bulk up your muscles, plus burn calories and fat. But research from Brigham Young University shows weight training may also help you curb cravings for fatty foods. In a 12-week program of weight lifting three times…
People tend to view maintaining bone strength mostly as a concern for women. But strong bones should also be on the minds of millions of men in the United States.
For women, the real concern for bone maintenance begins primarily…
Metabolic syndrome is a group of factors that could indicate a need to make changes and take steps for sustained health in the future. You may develop these symptoms by eating a diet high in calories and saturated fat and…
Kefir is a natural probiotic made from fermenting milk. It’s loaded with enzymes, protein, minerals, and vitamin B. Research shows that kefir has outstanding health benefits that promote longer life. It has been shown to help improve your
Sunflower seeds and almonds can help protect you from the aging effects often related to sun exposure. These nutritious nuts are loaded with vitamin E—serving as protection to the skin’s top layers—and powerful antioxidants th
Hurricanes, tornados and other severe weather have caused major flooding in the United States and other parts of the world. Water damage can also cause surfaces to mold—which can pose a threat to your health.
The Centers for
According to a research report from Ohio State University, your body absorbs lycopene in orange tomatoes more readily than that which is available in red tomatoes. The study involved a group of participants who ate lunches containing 300 grams
According to the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF), more than 12 million people visit the doctor for troubles associated with ear wax buildup. And the foundation has offered guidelines regardi
According to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies, glowing television screens and computers are growing causes for sleep disturbances. Researchers looked at the sleep habits and rituals of 21,475 p
As you get older, your chances of experiencing unhealthy vision increases. But that doesn’t mean you should give up hope of having eagle-eye vision. By loading your diet with foods that are packed with omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, lute
