Cutting Edge Research Made Easy
by Linda Woolven, B.A., Master Herbalist, Acupuncturist and Ted Snider, B.Ed., M.A.
Curcumin is probably enjoying a greater pile up of scientific studies than any other natural supplement right now. And the
Ever wonder if taking the birth control pill could be the cause of why your feeling blah? Swedish researchers did recently. So they conducted a study to see. . . .
For readers of this blog, it is no longer news that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) have not only failed to live up to their reputation for preventing cardiovascular disease but that they have actually been new study). A huge and important new study has now added even more devastating evidence. . . .
The single best herb in the world for eye health is bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus). Bilberry helps cataracts, macular degeneration, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. It can help with near sightedness, eye strain and with adjusting to light and dark. A northern relative of bilberry and blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) is Vaccinium uliginosum, also known as bog bilberry,…
Celiac disease is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease. The most crucial change for people with celiac disease is the avoidance of gluten, the protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Avoiding gluten doesn’t just help the celiac disease: it may also help reduce the risk of the heart disease that is…
Black seed, or black cumin seed (Nigella sativa) are little discussed, but the research on them is growing impressively. Black seed is anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and immune modulating. That makes these seeds interesting candidates for helping with asthma. . . .
CBC health revealed that Canadian Prime Minister receives cupping therapy. They then revealed that cupping therapy is an “unproven therapy.” CBC chose University of Alberta Professor Timothy Caulfield to quote as saying that “There is no good science to back up the many claims of benefit associated with cupping. It’s just a big hickey, let’s…
Two problems of increasing prevalence and significance are non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is diagnosed in the presence of any 3 of the following 5 symptoms: abdominal obesity, elevated triglycerides, low HDL cholesterol, high blood pressure and elevated blood glucose. Both of these health conditions are heavily affected by diet. Recently,…
Zinc is one of the most crucial nutrients for the immune system as anyone who has tried
Rose hips has emerged as a surprising and important natural remedy for osteoarthritis. Recently, a review put together all the research on rose hips to see just how strong the evidence is. Turns out, it’s strong . . . .
There has been a growing body of evidence that drinking beet juice improves athletic performance. A new placebo-controlled study of soccer players has expanded the scientific evidence. . . .
Chocolate’s not just delicious: dark chocolate just might be the most perfect superfood out there. Tons of research proves that dark chocolate is a super health food for diabetes and