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12/17/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids may help stave off conditions linked to aging like Alzheimer’s and heart disease
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats long held to be good for health. These fats provide the starting point for the production of hormones that regulate blood clotting, the contraction and relaxation of artery walls, and inflammation. Studies show that omega-3 fatty acids help prevent age-related conditions like heart disease, stroke and Alzheimer’s disease, and that eating […]
03/05/2021
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By Michael Alexander
Study: Lithium microdosing may benefit patients in later stages of Alzheimer’s disease
As it turns out, even microdoses of lithium can help stave off Alzheimer’s. A recent study found that concentrations of lithium hundreds of times lower than what doctors usually prescribe for psychiatric conditions such as bipolar disorder can benefit those in the later stages of Alzheimer’s disease. According to Claudio Cuello of the Department of Pharmacology […]
02/23/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Researchers suggest fish oil supplements should be considered a potential treatment for ADHD
Most commonly used medications for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are known to cause side effects that negatively impact children’s mental health. Ritalin and Adderall, for example, can cause sleep problems, anxiety, irritability and headache. Therefore, researchers are now looking for alternative treatments for ADHD. In a recent study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry, British and Taiwanese researchers found that fish […]
10/16/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Study: Lithium treatments found to stabilize the memory of patients with Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers from Brazil are suggesting that lithium could potentially halt the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. In a study published in the journal Current Alzheimer Research, they wrote that the memory of Alzheimer’s patients stabilized after taking small doses of lithium. The team also reported that lithium was able to slow down the aging of brain cells. While research is still ongoing, they […]
10/14/2020
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By Evangelyn Rodriguez
The therapeutic effects of ginseng against Alzheimer’s disease
Panax ginseng, commonly known as Asian ginseng or Korean ginseng, is one of the most widely used and extensively studied species of ginseng. Sometimes referred to as the “true ginseng,” Asian ginseng has been a staple herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is still used today to boost immunity, increase strength and blood volume, […]
10/01/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Boost brain health with taurine, an amino acid with antidepressant properties
Taurine is an ingredient found in sports supplements and performance-enhancing products. But outside of its reputation as a means to boost athletic performance, taurine is also hailed for its role in supporting brain health and development beginning from conception. In fact, taurine is one of the most essential and abundant amino acids in the brain, […]
09/24/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Improving sleep habits may be key to addressing poor gut health
It’s not enough to get a full night’s sleep – for a healthier gut, it’s also important to sleep at the right time of day. Researchers from Champalimaud Centre for the Unknown in Portugal and the University of Lisbon examined how altered sleeping habits affect gut health. They discovered a group of immune cells that play a role in […]
09/16/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
Lower heart attack and stroke risk by increasing your intake of this essential vitamin
Heart disease is one of the major causes of death worldwide. It puts a person at risk of heart attack and stroke, which can leave survivors disabled for the rest of their lives. There are drugs used to treat heart disease, such as statins. But these medications often come with side effects and are found ineffective […]
09/13/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Cannabidiol (CBD) found to alleviate seizures in those with neurodevelopmental conditions: Study
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the 113 organic compounds in the Cannabis sativa plant, commonly known as hemp. Previous studies on CBD have focused on its medicinal uses for pain relief, epileptic seizures, insomnia and Parkinson’s disease. But a recent study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC) found that CBD could also benefit children and adults […]
08/15/2020
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By Virgilio Marin
High blood pressure and depression are tied to your gut health, research says
A recent study found that gut health is linked to high blood pressure and depression after identifying key differences in gut bacterial patterns among individuals with the conditions and healthy individuals. The preliminary study presented at the American Heart Association‘s Hypertension Scientific Sessions also found that high blood pressure might take different forms – one that is accompanied by […]
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