News & Articles By Russel Davis
01/27/2019
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By Russel Davis
Products made from whole milk, not 2% “processed” milk, reduce risk of blood clots in the brain
A study published in the European Journal of Epidemiology reveals that soured whole milk products are more effective at reducing the risk of suffering from brain thrombosis or ischemic stroke compared with other dairy products — such as low-fat soured milk products and cheese, buttermilk, or milk — with varying fat percentages. A team of researchers at the Aarhus University […]
11/02/2018
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By Russel Davis
Selenium deficiency signs and symptoms: Are you getting enough of this anti-cancer mineral?
Selenium is one of the most essential minerals that improve the body’s overall health. With its many health benefits, it is a big question why this powerful antioxidant never gets its well-deserved recognition, as well as the risks associated with inadequate selenium intake. Many people may not be aware that consuming foods grown in selenium-poor […]
10/07/2018
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By Russel Davis
Cancer-fighting cauliflower is having its moment in the spotlight as the new kale
Cauliflower has been enjoying increasing popularity as of late, thanks to a vast number of research that supports its health benefits. In fact, the vegetable is now being hailed as the “new kale” due in part to its nutritional value. According to New York-based nutritionist and personal trainer Mary Jane Detroyer, cauliflower is now replacing […]
10/07/2018
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By Russel Davis
Pine pollen: Hidden health benefits revealed
Pine pollen has only recently gained steam in the west, thanks largely to books published by renowned herbalist and author Stephen Buhner. “Pine pollen given its potency, its similarity to ginseng in some of its actions, and its status as, perhaps, the premier phytoantrogen on the planet, should have been recognized long before now as […]
09/08/2018
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By Russel Davis
Vitamin C found to significantly reduce the risk of gout
Vitamin C appears to have protective properties against gout. An analysis of nearly 47,000 men ages 40 to 75 years shows that those who had high vitamin C intake had reduced odds of developing gout over a study period of 20 years. Researchers also note a dose-dependent reduction in gout risk. Men who took 500 mg […]
06/24/2018
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By Russel Davis
Nutrition is the key to keeping your cells young: When cells don’t get enough energy they breakdown, creating conditions for many age-related diseases
A study carried out by researchers at the University of Tübingen Interfaculty Institute for Cell Biology (IFIZ) in Germany has identified a new molecular signaling mechanism that regulates autophagy, a cellular recycling process where the cells continually break down and renew small parts of themselves by way of self-digestion. According to researchers, this process helps keep the cells young. The […]
01/18/2018
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By Russel Davis
Supplements for heart health: Vitamin E found to have a synergistic effect when combined with the amino acid carnitine, protecting against heart attack
Combining carnitine with vitamin E may effectively reduce the risk of developing myocardial infarction (MI), according to a study published in the African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines. A team of health experts at the King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia used animal models of MI to carry out the study. The rats were divided into five groups, […]
01/07/2018
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By Russel Davis
Do YOU know what selenium is for? Scientists have discovered it protects brain neurons from depression and cell death
An animal study published in the journal Cell revealed that selenium helps prevent neurons from dying, demonstrating the element’s central role in mitigating cell death. A team of researchers at the Institute of Developmental Genetics (IDG) at Helmholtz Zentrum München in Germany examined the correlation between the selenium-containing enzyme GPX4 and a novel type of cell death called ferroptosis as part of the […]
01/06/2018
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By Russel Davis
Taking vitamins during pregnancy reduces risk of autism by 73%, improves baby’s overall health, new study shows
Taking vitamin supplements before, during, and after pregnancy may reduce the risk of autism spectrum disorder and significantly improve the baby’s overall health, according to a study published in The Journal of the American Medical Association Psychiatry. A team of researchers at the University of Haifa in Israel followed 43,500 Israeli children born between 2003 and 2007 […]
11/28/2017
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By Russel Davis
Adults don’t eat their vegetables either: Researchers are looking for “interventions” such as using herbs and spices to increase consumption
Children are not the only ones having trouble eating their vegetables, recent data shows. According to statistics, most Americans of all ages and genders consume only 1.5 cups of vegetables daily. This, compared with the recommended vegetable intake of two to 3.5 cups per day. The reports also reveal that while various tactics such as juicing and pureeing […]
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