Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
This new study found that one herb, ashwagandha, can help depression, anxiety and insomnia and improve your quality of life.
Insomnia is way too common. So is anxiety. And the two often even come together. Lemon verbena is a herb that has traditionally been used for sleep. Modern science is increasingly validating that traditional use.
In one of the first studies of its kind, following a vegetarian diet has been shown to improve risk factors in women with metastatic breast cancer.
There may not be a lot of seaweed on the dinner plate in Western dining rooms. But seaweed is popular in Asia, and it has been a central ingredient in the diets of coastal people since prehistoric times. A new study points to helping you to achieve a healthy weight as another of the many…
Non-human animals have been known to use herbs to medicate for a long time, but it is very difficult to document. Now a clever orangutang has valuably contributed to the documentation.
Cardiovascular disease and cancer are the leading causes of death globally. Strong evidence supports the ability of diet to reduce the risk. This massive study took a closer look.
A very large number of seniors struggle with the challenge of mild cognitive impairment. A very tiny supplement offers very large help.
Fats and oils are so confusing. We are always told that fat and oil are bad. But not all fats and oils are. This new study shows why choosing olive oil is a smart choice.
It is a well established fact that your genes play a role in determining your lifespan. But it is an equally well established fact that your lifestyle does. Both play an important role, but which is more powerful?
They’re not only good: they’re good for you. Avocados are delicious, and they’re loaded in nutrients, fiber and healthy fats. A new study shows that that’s a winning combination for preventing diabetes in women.
Migraine headaches are more than a headache. The intense pain is accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light and sound and, for some, visual disturbances. They can seriously impact quality of life. A safe, natural treatment would be great.
Irritable bowel syndrome is a very common condition that can be worsened by stress and that can seriously affect quality of life. This new study adds to the mountain of evidence showing that peppermint oil is a simple, safe and effective treatment for IBS. A meta-analysis of of 7 studies showed that peppermint oil is…