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A recent study published in the British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology says that about 60% of doctors in Scotland prescribes “alternative medicine”, i.e., the use of homeopathic and herbal medicine. These data comes from a survey of around 1.9 million patients from 323 practices from 2003-2004.
According to the results, the top five prescribed homeopathic remedies […]
Last week, we were able to consume the recommended 2 servings of fish a week. I had three, because I had to take care of the left-overs one time. Unwittingly, I was doing something to ease my black mood, possibly more than the piece of chocolate that served as my comfort food.
A new study published […]
A group of scientists have established the Lactic Acid Bacteria Genomics Consortium to study what makes these group of bugs tick, and based on that to later be able to tweak them to come up with more efficient fermentation processes for wine and foods, shorter ripening times for cheeses, more diverse and better-tasting foods, […]
Just a few days ago, I posted new research developments on resveratrol, which demonstrated how this compound commonly found in wines may prevent strokes, and help address aging-related disorders, including obesity. The same people involved in the latter report new findings: Resveratrol reduces fat and boosts endurance by activation of SIRT1, first aging gene shown […]
Now that Thanksgiving is over, the next biggie holiday (for Christians, at least) is just a few weeks away. What would Christmas be without gifts, eh? So start early and what you’d get for Aunt Sally, Uncle Robert, and all your nieces and nephews.
How about giving the gift of health? Too ambitious? Here are some […]
I already have several previous entries on chocolate. If you’re still not convinced that a moderate consumption of dark chocolate can do you good, well, here’s a new one: the flavonoids in cocoa beans appears to have a biochemical effect similar to aspirin in reducing platelet clumping, which can be fatal if a clot forms […]
Until I read this post from SkinnyKid, I’ve never heard of acai berries, touted to be “miracle berries” which can help “ward off cancer, protect your heart, even prevent Alzheimer’s disease, according to some research”. Wikipedia says it is even referred to as “the Amazon’s Viagra” because of the numerous nutrients ascribed to it. After […]
The skin of the potato is a deep garnet red, its flesh a brilliant ruby. When boiled and mashed it turns a creamy fuchsia. As a chip it’s a delicate rose pink that would fit in at tea parties and fundraisers.
That is just one of the several types of potatoes being evaluated by researchers at […]
Researchers from the USDA Human Nutrition Center say blueberries rank as #1 in antioxidant activity when compared to 40 other fresh fruits and vegetables, and thus contribute in preventing cancer and other age-related diseases.
Dr. Fuhrman of DiseaseProof reiterates the medicinal value of blueberries:
Like all other foods, the calories in blueberries come from its macro nutrients […]
Pardon the sporadic posts. I’ve been feeling dark, to say the least, as I recently received news that my father has taken ill. The last few days, I’ve been swinging from being optimistic and bright to being desolate and totally in the dump.
Times like these, I take comfort from a hot bath, a warm bed, […]
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