Milk Thistle may prove effective in type 2 diabetics
Studies reveal that a particular herbal therapy, which has been used for years now, may help in controlling blood sugar levels among type 2 diabetics. A flowering herb, Milk Thistle,…
Month: November 2007
Omega-3, Beta Carotene sources reduces Alzheimer’s risk
A diet, rich in Omega-3, which is found in certain kinds of oils and fish, is considered to reduce risk of Alzheimers by 60 percent. A report published in ˜Journal…
Atun Tree extract effective for diarrhea
The Atun Tree, well-known for its anti-bacterial properties, has now been found to be effective in treating diarrhea, reveals Mayo Clinic collaboration. The extracts from Atun Tree is said to…
Soya Lecithin extract beneficial in treating Ulcerative Colitis
For patients suffering from Ulcerative Colitis, a diet supplement derived from soya lecithin could reduce their dependence on corticosteroids, reveal study. Ulcerative Colitis is basically a disease, characterized by inflammation…
Fruity-vegetables minimizes Asthma and Allergies among children
Asthma and allergic bouts have considerably increased during the last couple of years. The Asthma statistics indicate a jump of 74% among children in the age group 5 to 14…
Natural ways to soothe your aching muscles
Each one of us would have experienced an occasional muscle ache or cramp, at some point of time. It could be a general soreness at your back and shoulders, or…
Cranberry juice protects against viruses
The Cranberries are a group of evergreen dwarf shrubs in the genus Vaccinium, and is a close relative of the common blueberry. The Native Americans used it as food and…
Broccoli for protection from UV rays and Skin Cancer
Broccoli protects against sun exposure, and the best part is you get the benefit without even having to eat it!! A recent study, published in ˜The Proceedings of National Academy…
Healing Powers of Tea
Tea is the second-most popular and commonly consumed beverage throughout the world, next only to water. There have been numerous evidences suggesting the positive health benefits of tea, particularly the…
Ginseng – an effective remedy for Cancer, Diabetes
The herb, Ginseng, has been used by Chinese for centuries to ward off illness and remain healthy. In recent years, however, an increased use of Ginseng among Cancer patients is…
Alternative Therapies may help cardiac patients in coping with post-surgery pain
According to new Mayo Clinic study, a massage therapy could help decrease the intensity of pain in patients recovering after a heart surgery, reports Science Daily. Within a span of…
Herbal detoxification routine, as recommended by experts
Ayurveda considers toxins as one of the prime causes that lead to chronic diseases. Opting for a detox regime would help in releasing toxins from the system. A few ways…
De-stress at home with a self-created Spa
Tired of dealing with everyday hustle-bustles of life?? Here are a few ways to keep yourself relaxed, by creating a spa in your own home, for instance! All you need…
The many benefits of Greek Hay (Fenugreek)
The word ˜Fenugreek is derived from the Greek word ˜Foenum-Graecum which means ˜GreeK Hay. Although, a native of East Mediterranean and West Africa, Fenugreek is cultivated since the Bronze age…
Possible alternatives to tackle Kidney Stones
Kidney Stones are made of salts and minerals such as calcium or phosphate or oxalate, which are absorbed from food, and instead of getting excreted through urine, they sometimes stick…