News & Articles By Janine Acero
03/27/2020 / By Janine Acero
Invasive half-snails in Hawaii are spreading brain parasites among people
Parasites can be a massive headache in a microscopic size, and in the case of a certain parasitic worm, the headache it causes is literal – the rat lungworm parasite can wreak havoc on a person’s brain, and can even cause major neurological problems. Now, recent findings by the Hawaii State Department of Health indicate […]
03/20/2020 / By Janine Acero
Antioxidants in Indian gooseberry help maintain cardiovascular health and boost immunity
Dietary supplements are made from different natural sources, but they have one common purpose: to support a person’s bodily functions and systems. Now, a recent study published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine indicates that supplements made from amla extract (Indian gooseberry) can support cardiovascular health by improving endothelial function, reducing markers of oxidative stress […]
12/27/2019 / By Janine Acero
Researchers uncover air pollution hazards INSIDE carefully monitored homes
The daily commute is stressful in a lot of ways, and at the end of the day, you just can’t wait to get home where there are no people in a rush, no noisy cars and most importantly, no deadly fumes from car exhaust. Or so you may think. A team of researchers from Washington […]
12/16/2019 / By Janine Acero
Science confirms usefulness of TCM in slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease
Kidney diseases are silent killers, and many experts have explored numerous herbal remedies to address chronic kidney disease. Researchers from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine investigated the therapeutic effects and mechanisms of jian pi yi shen formula (JPYSF) in treating chronic kidney disease. The results of their study were published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. JPYSF is […]
11/28/2019 / By Janine Acero
Cherries, coffee and weight management: 8 Natural ways to lower uric acid and prevent gout flare-ups
Uric acid is a chemical that your body produces when it metabolizes a naturally occurring substance called purine. Purines can be obtained from your diet and are also produced by your body. Uric acid dissolves in the blood, travels to the kidneys, and is excreted in urine. If your body produces large amounts of uric acid or does not […]
10/21/2019 / By Janine Acero
Can pumpkin seed extract help relieve the symptoms of enlarged prostate?
Men who are suffering from a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate may find relief from their symptoms with the humble pumpkin seed, according to a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. European researchers investigated the effects of a supplement containing pumpkin seed extract on the symptoms of BPH. Marketed by […]
09/27/2019 / By Janine Acero
Purple corn is an ancient superfood that can fight diabetes and obesity
When it comes to superfoods, corn may be the last thing most people think of. After all, it is one of the most genetically modified crops in the States. But locally grown, organic corn does have nutritional benefits, and researchers from the University of Illinois developed new kinds of purple corn (Zea mays L.) to study how […]
09/12/2019 / By Janine Acero
Survival top picks: Essential medical supplies and trauma kits
Accidents happen all the time, and injuries can make a bad situation worse if there is no medical help around, so having a trauma kit ready is a must for every prepper. (h/t to SurvivalistPrepper.net) You don’t have to be a prepper to have a medical kit at the ready, although many preppers need one […]
09/12/2019 / By Janine Acero
A banana a day keeps the doctor away? Study suggests wild banana species may have anti-diabetic properties
Dietary intervention is one of the most studied and most effective strategies for diabetes management. In a recent study, scientists from India looked into the anti-diabetic potential of a wild species of banana, particularly a compound called apiforol found in its seeds. Their findings appear in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. […]
09/11/2019 / By Janine Acero
Japanese herb found to protect against liver cancer
Primary liver cancer is a malignant tumor that starts in the liver. The main type of primary liver cancer affecting adults is hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). HCC starts in the hepatocytes (hepatoma) which is the liver’s main cell type. High mortality and morbidity rates are associated with HCC, which is primarily caused by uncontrolled migration and […]
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