Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
More health benefits of Vitamin E
Long established as a powerful antioxidant, vitamin E is important for the membrane that envelops your muscle cells, promoting proper healing from the natural tears that take place when you work out, according to a new study. “Every cell in […]
Don’t rely on sunshine only for energy during pregnancy
Even in one of the world’s favorite places to catch some rays — the Mediterranean — low levels of vitamin D are common during pregnancy, according to a new study. Presented Monday at the European Congress of Endocrinology in Dublin, […]
A natural plant chemical that helps combat tooth decay
Say goodbye to dental cavities the natural way. Oral care products containing a natural compound, known as trans-chalcone, acts against harmful mouth bacteria and could improve oral health by helping to prevent the build-up of plaque, revealed a new study […]
Some stretches for runners
Runners suffer from one universal problem – stiff joints and tensed muscles. Stretching exercises work on specific muscles and relieve stiffness, while increasing flexibility. Building endurance and enhancing speed is the main goal of runners. Flexible body may not seem […]
The right meditation technique helps you soar
A first-of-its-kind study has identified meditation techniques that could put you in the mindset to adapt from moment to moment depending on your goals. The team set out to assess whether meditation creates immediate changes in behavior, even for first-time […]
When second opinion matters
By Dr. Troy Sullivan, Consultant in Internal Medicine, Johns Hopkins Singapore When patients are faced with difficult health circumstances and have to make decisions that will affect their lives, it is common for them to have that tingling feeling that […]
5 amazing health benefits of oats
Most people know that oats are extremely healthy for them. When consumed on a regular basis, oats can help prevent a range of ailments. They contain a wide range of nutrients like fibre, vitamin E, essential fatty acids, etc. which […]
How to stay happy in stress
Not everyone binges to beat stress. A study credits good habits for it. Three professionals share theirs It may sound counter-intuitive, but a new research conducted by habit specialists show that in times of stress, not everyone falls into self-destructive […]
Know how to prevent multidrug resistance
Instead of just one drug, prescribing patients drug combinations that reach similar parts of the body could be an effective way of combating pathogens such as viruses or bacteria, says a new study. Prescribing patients two or more drugs that […]
12 Natural antibiotics that our ancestors used instead of pills
Over the last several decades, over-use of antibiotics has reached an all-time high. The result has been drug-resistant bacteria and “superbugs” that evolve faster than scientists can figure out how to fight them. A future where bacteria are at the […]
