Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
If you’ve had a stroke, cutting back on salt may reduce your risk of having another one.
Metabolic syndrome increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. It is associated with increased risk of death. Though a crazy number of people now suffer from it, a simple dietary change might make a big difference.
Insomnia is a big problem for a lot of people. This gentle calming herb can help you sleep.
Exercise is great for you, but it can also cause muscle damage and pain. There is a growing body of research suggesting that curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, can help. This systematic review put all the research together.
You can’t slow down time, but you might be able to slow down the effect of time on your body. The clock won’t stop, but what you eat might slow down aging.
Insomnia is a serious problem for a lot of people. It is frustrating, leaves you exhausted, affects your quality of life and even contributes to increased risk of disease. What if just getting more of one simple mineral could help?
The prevalence of diabetes is rapidly on the rise. Recent research is now shining a light on the role of nutrient deficiencies in diabetes. This huge new study identified the most common nutrient deficiencies in diabetics.
Cinnamon is not only one of the most promising toppings for your breakfast bun, it is also one of the most promising treatments for diabetes. Long used in food in the modern diet, cinnamon has long been used traditionally as a medicinal herb. This new study adds to the evidence for its diabetes benefits.
This huge soy study is one of the most important studies for women. Demonstrating that soy acts differently from estrogen, it provides evidence that soy can safely ameliorate the symptoms of menopause without the cancer risks of hormone replacement therapy.
Did you know that the microbiota in your gut are talking to the cognitive centers in your brain? Recent science shows that they are. And what they have to say may even be able to benefit people with Alzheimer’s disease.
Spirulina is a tiny microalgae. High blood pressure is a huge problem. This tiny supplement may be a safe, effective answer to this huge problem. Spirulina is a blue-green microalgae that is absolutely loaded in easily digested, highly absorbable nutrients. A recent meta-analysis revealed that spirulina significantly reduces total cholesterol, the heart harmful LDL cholesterol…
Great for gumbo, modern science is proving it to be just as great for diabetes!