A research team at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention followed more than 15,000 adults who participated in the Third Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, estimating the direct relationship between concentrations of serum carotene and death. The researchers compared the carotene concentration with death records and found that the individuals with the highest … Read more
Here’s a quick story… In 2006, the residents of the beautiful coastal community of Esperance in Western Australia noticed that the local seabirds were inexplicably dying. This was not just a handful of dead birds, but thousands and thousands of birds. The local officials investigated and determined the birds were dying of acute lead poisoning. … Read more
St. John’s Wort has become popular as an effective solution to treat depression naturally. A 2009 government survey reports 1 in 13 adults (18 and older) experienced at least one bout of major depression annually. The study found that less than one-third of those individuals were treated for their depression. People are often reluctant to … Read more
If you or your loved one are concerned about osteoporosis—and you should be—here is the simple but too often overlooked truth about how this prevalent bone disease operates. What the public at large tends not to realize — and what your doctor may not be aware of — is that both osteopenia and osteoporosis are entirely … Read more
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, about 80 percent of U.S. adults currently have some form of gum disease (periodontal diseases). It ranges from gingivitis, simple gum inflammation, to serious disease that results in damage to the bone. Research has shown that there is an association between periodontal diseases and other … Read more
After about age 40, the prostate begins to grow in just about every male. This usually results in reduced flow urine flow. Sometimes an enlarged prostate is a sign of cancer, but usually the result is a condition called benign prostatic hyperplasia. Most doctors refer to an enlarged prostate simply as BPH. In some men, … Read more
Dear Reader, If you have a cat, you may be familiar with taurine. This amino acid is added to your pet’s food because without it cats develop dramatic health problems, including reproductive failure, growth retardation, retinal degeneration and heart failure. But whether you have a cat or not, you’ll definitely want to learn how the … Read more
Brain health seems to be on the top of everyone’s mind lately… literally! Brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and other dementias are reeking havoc on the lives of millions of Americans. But what if we told you there are two brain health breakthroughs that promise to improve cognitive function immediately and prevent and protect the brain … Read more
Dear Reader, You’ve heard about the numerous benefits of vitamin E supplements. But you won’t reap those benefits unless you’re taking high amounts of a particular subtype of vitamin E called gamma tocopherol. Most progressive nutritional supplement companies offer vitamin E supplements that claim to contain “Mixed tocopherols” or “Full Spectrum” tocopherols. But these terms … Read more
Dear Reader, Scientists continue to vigorously explore the frontier of cognitive enhancement. In this special update on brain nutrition, you’ll learn about two remarkable “next generation” nutrients, and why scientists are especially excited about their ability to protect and repair delicate brain cells and membranes, slow down brain aging, and support memory and cognitive function. … Read more