Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
Recent research has firmly established that organic food contains
For at least the last twenty-five years, large population studies have shown that garlic reduces the risk of gastric cancer. A large meta-analysis of garlic and gastric cancer risk now adds substantially to that evidence. . . .
Though it has attracted little of the spotlight, one of the most promising treatments for diabetes is the herb fenugreek. And now a new study has shown that for people who actually have prediabetes and are on their way to full blown type 2 diabetes, fenugreek can help prevent progression to the disease. . ….
A systematic review of studies published in China has revealed that Ginkgo biloba, along with its many other uses, may be a useful herb for angina. . . .
Several studies have shown that olive oil either alone or as part of a Mediterranean diet is good for lowering blood pressure. And now a new study shows that this tasty oil is also good for fighting off cholesterol problems and diabetes. . . .
We have written a lot on this blog and in The Natural Path about nuts being good for cholesterol and diabetes while not being fattening. Recent studies have also shown that
It’s cheaper than nicotine replacement therapy, it’s more effective than nicotine replacement therapy, you want to quit smoking, but you’ve never heard of it! Cytisine is better than nicotine for quitting smoking. . . .
Now there is another reason to be concerned about pesticides and herbicides. Harvard researchers have determined that they increase the risk of childhood leukemia and lymphoma. . . .
That folic acid is a crucial nurtient for pregnant women to prevent spina bifida is well established. Now evidence is emerging that taking folic acid while you’re pregnant may also prevent autism. . . .
Most mass market mouthwashes have all kinds of unhealthy ingredients in them. So, what can you do if you want to improve your dental health without harming the rest of your health? Try aloe. . . .
Yesterday we wrote about vitamin C and anxiety in high school students. Today, we’re writing about vitamin C again. This time the research is on vitamin C and cardiovascular disease in overweight people. . . .
Anxiety is becoming rampant amongst high school students. Several nutrients have been shown in the past to offer substantial help for anxiety: especially vitamins B1, B3, B6, inositol, calcium and magnesium. Now a new study has shown that simple vitamin C can make a big difference. . . .