Stinging nettle is a plant which interferes with the release of histamine, the compound responsible for the sneezing, congestion, and itching associated with allergies. Stinging nettle is available a...

People who don’t injest enough vitamin C are more likely to become tired. A study showed that those who consumed at least 400 milligrams of vitamin C a day said they felt less fatigued than tho...

A study showed that a diet rich in fish oil may boost bone health. In the study, two groups of female mice had their diets supplemented with either omega-3 fatty acid-rich fish oil or omega-6 fatty a...

A study has shown that a higher intake of cereal fiber and magnesium could reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In the study, those people who consumed the most cereal fiber had a 28 percent...

Studies show that the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may help preserve cognitive function in older adults. Persons who regularly ate...

Sesame seeds have been found to contain unique sesame lignans which have been shown to have potential to reduce blood lipid levels and blood pressure, fight inflammation and cancer, boost the body&rsq...

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is crucial for the healthy structure and function of the brain. An optimal intake of DNA is essential for pregnant and nursing mothers to ensure adequate brain development ...

A study has shown that consuming enough calcium may help strengthen bones so that they are less likely to be penetrated by he spread of breast cancer (metastasis). Researchers had two groups of mice:...

Studies have shown that green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells and thus reduces the risk of certain cancers. There is also research suggesting that drinking green tea lowers total cholesterol ...

An increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids may decrease the risk of developing type 1 diabetes. A higher proportion of omega-3 fatty acids in the red blood cell membranes was also associated wit...

According to several published studies, high levels of serum vitamin D are associated with reduced risks of developing colorectal, breast, ovarian, and other cancers. The study found that higher seru...

A study has found that children who with cystic fibrosis (CF) who took betaine, choline, or lecithin had improved metabolism. In the study, children with CF took either 3 grams of betaine, 2 grams of...

A study has shown that calcium and vitamin D maintained and strengthened bones and also reduces the risk for stress and fractures by twenty percentin women. One study had dieting women take a normal ...

A new study has shown that people with higher levels of vitamin D had better physical performance and muscle strength than those with lower levels. Persons with low levels of vitamin D scored five to...

A study has shown that diabetics who took the B-vitamin biotin and the essential trace mineral chromium picolinate had better blood sugar control and reduced blood fats. Overweight or obese type 2 di...