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05/15/2020 / By Janine Acero

Food supplements can play a big role in enhancing muscle detoxification in athletes

An amino acid found in many dietary supplements for athletes may play a crucial role in the production of carnosine in skeletal muscle, suggest researchers from Brazil. A natural compound mainly found in muscle tissue and the brain, carnosine helps get rid of reactive aldehydes, which are compounds that can damage the structure and function […]

12/24/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Work burnout and emotional eating: Overworked employees often adopt unhealthy habits that cause weight gain, reveals study

Anyone holding the same job or position for many years could encounter the dreaded feeling of job burnout. The stress and exhaustion that stems from this condition not only affects your productivity and overall morale, but it also could bring adverse effects to your waistline. A study published in the Journal of Health Psychology found a surprising link between […]

11/22/2019 / By Melissa Smith

Sweet hope for people with multiple sclerosis: Chemicals in chocolate shown to reduce fatigue

Good news for chocolate lovers who are also suffering from multiple sclerosis: Researchers from Oxford Brookes University in the U.K. confirmed that flavonoids in cocoa help fight fatigue. These chemicals possess anti-inflammatory properties that may be especially beneficial for people with multiple sclerosis. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disorder that affects nearly one million […]

10/21/2019 / By Evangelyn Rodriguez

New extraction method can potentially improve the health benefits of astragalus

The use of herbal supplements has gained traction in recent years due to the increasing number of studies demonstrating the therapeutic potential of traditionally used medicinal plants. The potency of herbal supplements relies heavily on the method used to extract the plant’s active components. The type of solvent used for extraction also affects not just […]

09/25/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Have you been diagnosed with MS (multiple sclerosis)? You may need a second opinion due to misdiagnosis

Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS)? People who have must get a second opinion because it could be a misdiagnosis, warns a recently published study conducted in Los Angeles, California. The study involved 241 people diagnosed with MS. These patients were referred to either the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center or the University of California […]

09/12/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Arctic root shows potential for relieving burnout symptoms

Arctic root (Rhodiola rosea) is an herb known for its ability to relieve stress. A study published in the journal Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment suggests exploring the herb’s potential to treat burnout. Researchers from the Medical University of Vienna led an investigation on the ability of arctic root extracts to relieve symptoms of burnout and found significant improvements during […]

08/02/2019 / By Stephanie Diaz

Five healthy reasons why ginger should be part of your meals

Ginger is a herbaceous plant that’s native to Asia. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine as a treatment for various ailments. In Indonesia, people use ginger to address rheumatism and fatigue, while in Burma, ginger is mixed with other herbs to treat the common flu. As food, ginger is a wonderful ingredient to add to […]

05/16/2019 / By Janine Acero

Research reveals that a plant used in Ayurvedic medicine can potentially treat symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome

A person with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) experiences extreme tiredness that can’t be explained by any underlying medical condition. The consistent fatigue can’t be relieved by rest and is severe enough to disrupt their daily activities. For CFS to be diagnosed, the unrelenting fatigue must last for at least six months. This complex, chronic illness affects about one million […]

05/01/2019 / By Janine Acero

Swarna Jibanti, a plant used in Ayurveda, shows potential therapeutic activity against chronic fatigue syndrome

Researchers from India investigated the therapeutic activity of a species of orchid used in Ayurvedic medicine against chronic fatigue syndrome. Their findings were published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. Swarna jibanti (Coelogyne cristata) is an orchid used in Ayurvedic medicine to promote a healthy life span. The researchers assessed the efficacy of the hydro-alcoholic […]

04/29/2019 / By Ralph Flores

Why your diet should include vitamin B1 supplementation

Thiamin, also called vitamin B1 or thiamine, is one of the “essential vitamins” – substances that the body needs to work properly. It’s mainly responsible for converting carbohydrates into energy and metabolizing pyruvate, a naturally occurring compound known for its fat-burning properties. Aside from breaking down sugars, thiamin also helps with muscle contraction and the […]

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