Category: Wellness and Complementary Therapies
An apple a day keeps the pharmacist away
Researchers looked at data on 8,399 US adults and initially found evidence to support the proverb. They discovered that those who had one small apple a day had a nine % lower chance of visiting the doctor several times a […]
Feet: the foundation for fitness and health
Feet are a part of the anatomy many exercisers ignore while pounding the treadmill or honing a headstand, but fitness experts say they are the very foundation of physical well-being. A quarter of the body’s bones are contained in the […]
Folic acid is not just for pregnant women
In a study that included more than 20,000 adults in China with high blood pressure but without a history of stroke or heart attack, folic acid was found to significantly reduce the risk of stroke. The results have been published […]
Five nutrition tips for better sleep
March is World Sleep Month, which means research institutes around the globe are releasing reports on the importance of shut-eye, as well as tips on how to get enough. In France, after observing the link between eating habits and sleep […]
Classical music beneficial to health
A new study reveals that listening to classical music enhances mood, sharpens memory and enhances learning. Listening to classical music kicks your genes into action, spurring the onset of several physiological processes in the body that can boost your mood […]
10 facts of coconut oil
1. Coconut oil can tame frizz. True! This trick definitely works. Rub coconut oil in your palms to warm it up, and then simply massage it into strands. Wash it out a few hours later. “The molecules in coconut oil […]
Vitamin D3 is important in stopping osteoporosis
Doctors have said that sufficient intake of vitamin D3 is necessary to prevent osteoporosis. Huang Chao-shan, a doctor with the Taiwanese Osteoporosis Association (TOA), said a study has shown that 90 % of post-menopause women in Taiwan show insufficient levels […]
5 Natural ways to remove stretch marks
Removing stretch marks often involves laser surgery or outright excision of the skin similar to tummy tucks. With the advent of new technology and the rapid rate at which these technologies are advancing it has become quite safe and easy […]
Pau d’arco – A versatile and powerful herbal remedy for many health issues
What if you could treat and prevent a wide range of illness just by drinking tea or by swallowing a few drops of a powerful herbal extract? It turns out that you can, and this natural medicine has been in […]
Quick headache remedies
Take a nap: Sleeping for a short while help to reduce headaches. However take care not to oversleep as it can aggravate the headache. A nap of 15-30 minutes is sufficient. Practice breathing exercises: Take slow deep breaths. Inhale and exhale slowly. […]
