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Preventing heart diseases should be America’s top concern when it comes to our health. That doesn’t mean turning to medication for a magic fix, but looking at natural remedies for a healthy heart. And that comes down to lifestyle, making good choices and developing the right habits. In America, coronary heart disease has become our ...click here to read more

If you’ve ever strained your back lifting something heavy or trying to rearrange your furniture, you know how bad back pain can be. Or maybe you live with chronic back pain… You’re all too familiar with the agony it can bring and the roadblocks it creates in everyday life. Maybe you’ve been advised to “slow ...click here to read more

A new study has found that obese individuals with a metabolic syndrome actually require more vitamin E. They undergo higher oxidative stress, but their condition makes the body utilize it less efficiently. The researchers suggest this vitamin E paradox is what could be contributing to the wide range of diseases associated with metabolic syndromes, including ...click here to read more

The advice, “everything in moderation” may actually be contributing to poor metabolic health in the U.S. along with lower diet quality. The findings come from the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. First author, Marcia C. de Oliviera Otto, said, “‘Eat ...click here to read more

When it comes to blood pressure and maintaining healthy levels, there are many lifestyle changes you can make. The most popular advice is to limit your intake of salt. Although minimizing salt is an effective means of controlling blood pressure, new research suggests an even more effective lifestyle change that can have you gaining back ...click here to read more

Researchers from Penn State University have found that gut bacteria may be to blame for diabetes and obesity. The findings suggest that gut bacteria changes the way the liver processes fat, thus contributing to metabolic syndromes. Metabolic syndromes are a group of conditions including type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and excess ...click here to read more

BYU health science researchers uncovered that individuals who count their bites they take while eating experience greater weight loss compared to those who don’t. In fact, their study revealed that those who count their bites lose an average of four pounds each month. During the study individuals were asked to count their bites for a ...click here to read more

From ancient times people have understood the importance of a good digestive system and healthy digestion. As the philosopher Jean Jacques Rousseau rightly said, “A good bank account, a good cook, and a good digestion.” How right he is. One can have all the riches in the world, and all the good things that money ...click here to read more

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease found to play a role in lupus kidney disease and inflammation of the kidney. When lupus affects the kidneys it is known as lupus nephritis. This can result in kidney problems linked to kidney damage known as glomerulus. Lupus glomerulonephritis (LGN), when lupus is associated with glomerulus ...click here to read more

A high-fat diet has been shown to create brain changes that can contribute to anxiety and depression. The latest findings, which were conducted on mice, revealed that an increase in body weight and high blood sugar as a result of a high-fat diet are linked with anxiety and depression. Senior author, Dr. Bruno Guiard, said, ...click here to read more

You wake up, get yourself some breakfast and pour yourself a hot cup of coffee. Your morning ritual has been getting you through day after day, giving you the bolt of energy you need. But you may have noticed a part of your routine that seems to follow your morning coffee – a strong desire ...click here to read more

Researchers have developed a tool to identify high risk atherosclerotic plaques, often referred to as inflamed fatty deposits, to help fight cardiovascular disease. Coronary artery disease is the number one killer of Americans, so the new research is welcome news to medical experts trying to help fight cardiovascular disease. Atherosclerosis is the hardening of the ...click here to read more

Health Benefits of Asparagus Related Reading: Asparagus: Nutrition and health benefits First and foremost asparagus contains virtually no fat and it’s very low in calories (five spears is only 20 calories). Asparagus contains about two grams of protein, four grams of carbohydrates and zero sodium. This Vegetable Could Kill Cancer? Asparagus is a common green-stemmed ...click here to read more

Gout risk is higher with purine-rich foods as it increases uric acid levels.  Purines are a chemical compound found in some foods. Gout is a condition that affects joints and the musculoskeletal system. It is a form of inflammatory arthritis caused by an excess of uric acid. Uric acid is the product of metabolic processes. ...click here to read more