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Glucosamine and Heart Benefits: Supplement That May Help the Heart
You may have heard of the supplement glucosamine, a readily available joint supplement that many take to help ease the discomfort of aching joints. However, new research suggests glucosamine’s anti-inflammatory properties could do more than relieve joint pain, as there is a link between glucosamine and heart benefits. According to recent research, the dietary supplement…
Read MoreThe Truth Behind the Carnivore Diet
If the idea of having steak for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert appeals to you, you may want to look into the carnivore diet, also known as the “zero-carb” diet. There are many benefits of the carnivore diet, especially if you are trying to address a problem, such as weight loss or have an autoimmune…
Read MoreDolphins with Alzheimer’s and Lou Gehrig’s: Mercury BMAA, and a Human Connection?
The recent findings of dolphins who mysteriously lost their way and beached themselves in Florida and Massachusetts have been found to have amyloid plaque and tangles in their brains consistent with Alzheimer’s. Researchers examined the content of their brains and found high levels of mercury and a toxin produced by blue green algae called BMAA.…
Read MoreNew Postpartum Depression Drug Synthetic Form of a Natural One!
The new Postpartum depression treatment medication Zulresso, which was just approved yesterday by the FDA, is a synthetic derivative of progesterone. It is a synthetic form of allopregnanolone and also pregnanolone. In late pregnancy both hormones diminish greatly and continue to be low for up to 6 months after delivery. The drug is delivered by…
Read MoreMyth: Vitamin D is Absorbed Through Glass
As you sit at work staring out the window, daydreaming about the beautiful warm weather outside, the sun shines into your office and it suddenly gets too hot. Oh wait! Never mind, It’s February in New York City, and the winter months are in full swing. With sub-zero temperatures and the blistering wind blowing, it…
Read MoreThe Simple Treatment for Measles!
Measles, a highly contagious sometimes fatal infection characterized by fever, malaise, cough, conjunctivitis, and rash, has been a growing concern in our developed country. In recent months, there have been outbreaks of the disease in the New York area. In 2018, New York and New Jersey accounted for more than half of the measles outbreaks…
Read MoreThe Biggest Killer of Collagen: How to Avoid Collagen Depletion
A natural protein that our bodies produce, collagen is something that we depend on to keep our hair strong, bones healthy, our skin plump, our joints lubricated, and our digestive system in check. When we are young, our bodies produce ample amounts of it when we are young, but unfortunately, collagen production decreases as we…
Read MoreHold Off On That Cup of Joe: Why You Shouldn’t Drink Coffee First Thing in the Morning
For many people having a cup of coffee first thing in the morning is something they can’t live without, so having a cup of coffee when you first wake up becomes an ingrained routine. Some feel like they can’t get their day started until they have a cup of joe and who can blame them?…
Read MoreTop Tips for Healthy Winter Skin
We’ve finally reached the end of the year, and for many, this time of the year can get cold, and we often see our fair share of wintery weather. Unfortunately, despite the beauty of the season, winter comes with some setbacks. Besides the dreaded act of shoveling and trying to get around safely during the…
Read MoreHeart Health Benefits of Eating Cheese
It’s often easy to associate cheese with other indulgent foods that are not particularly healthy. However, when eaten in moderation alongside a balanced diet, many cheese varieties actually offer distinct health benefits like improving bone health and building muscle. Now, studies have revealed another reason to keep cheese in your diet: it is linked to…
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