Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
For kids, eating oily fish decrease their risk of getting nasal allergies: Swedish study
Eating certain types of oily fish reduces children’s risk of developing nasal allergies, a new study from Sweden has found. The study tracked the diet of 8 year olds till they reached the age of 16. It seems that steady […]
Here’s how to train your children to maintain oral hygiene
When it comes to encouraging your children to have healthy teeth, first look at their lunches. That’s the advice from Kathleen Pace, DDS, an assistant professor at Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry. She encourages choosing fruits for your […]
Babies exposed to veggies and fruits grow to love them
A study in Australia has found that babies who are exposed to a range of fruits and vegetables grow to love them. In the study, 14-month old babies who ate fruits and vegetables were less likely to be finicky about […]
Common plants to nourish your body
Basil Basil contains anti-inflammatory properties. It is a dynamic herb. The active ingredients, called volatile oils, are what give basil its strong flavor and aroma, and they’re rich in the antioxidants and phytochemicals that modern science has found can heal […]
Ways to stay healthy in your 60s and beyond
Denis Agan, 69, watches his health by engaging in sports and fitness, and has done so since gradeschool. His doctor Jamie Peters watched out for him. Jamie Peters advises older people to stay active, with at least three days a […]
Eat a diet of veggies to slow cognitive decline in your old age
When it comes to slowing cognitive decline, consider these for your diet: green leafy veggies, berries, wine and whole grains. Cognitive decline is a normal part of aging but a study by scientists at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago […]
Eat this before you drink to avoid a hangover
If you’re heading off for some drinks, eat some pears before you go. This fruit can alleviate the symptoms of a hangover. Want to test the theory? According to scientists at the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), the […]
Thylakoids reduce hunger pangs and increase satiety
Thylakoids which are found in spinach can reduce hunger pangs and increase satiety, a new research unveiled. “The reduction in huger and the desire for salty food that we saw in this study might make thylakoids particularly useful for people […]
Women who exercise in their teens reap long-term benefits
A new study has found that wome who exercise in their teens boost wome’s health in more ways than one and can even reduce their risk of dying from cancer. All they need to do is exercise for just 1.3 […]
Breadfruits and their benefits
Breadfruit – also known as artocarpus altilis – is quite similar to jackfruit but ranks higher on nutrition. It has prickly skin, a lumpy green flesh and a potato-like texture. Health Benefits of Breadfruit With an impressive array of health […]
