(Natural News) As Alzheimer’s disease continues to grow in prevalence around the world, scientists are searching frantically for a cure. Of course, it’s very difficult to find a solution to the problem without knowing what causes it. There are lots of theories about the role that could be played by genetic, environmental, and lifestyle factors,… … Read more
(Natural News) Over the past decade, anxious beekeepers have been reporting unusual hive losses of up to 30 percent each year, and in more recent years this figure has increased to as much as 50 percent. Experts believe that a number of factors are responsible for these significant declines in domesticated bee populations, including the spread of… … Read more
(Natural News) If you’re feeling stressed out, welcome to the club. Statistics show that stress in general, as well as extreme levels of stress, are both on the rise in the United States — and many people feel they’re simply not doing enough to manage that stress. There are plenty of tried-and-true methods that can… … Read more
(Natural News) Eating grilled meat has been known to increase the risk of cancer, but new research suggests that just standing near a grill makes you a candidate for the chronic disease. Interestingly enough, the study, published in Environmental Science & Technology, indicates that the risk factor isn’t because of smoke inhalation but by the absorption of… … Read more
(Natural News) If you have an allergy (or several allergies), chances are you might also have asthma. While the link between the two conditions isn’t obvious, several studies have determined that at least two-thirds or more patients with asthma also have an allergy. Asthma and allergies Dr. Bradley Chipps, president of the American College of Allergy,… … Read more
(Natural News) Three wastewater disposal sites in western Pennsylvania have been analyzed to contain as much as 650 times higher radioactive sediments than unaffected sites upstream. These numbers are made even more shocking considering that more than seven years have passed since Pennsylvania’s government restricted the disposal of fracking wastewater into these sites. Authors of… … Read more
(Natural News) Since the public seems incapable (or unwilling) to check its own calories, the government has decided to do so for us. An advisory by Public Health England (PHE) has recommended that all fast food chains and manufacturers of ready-meals should limit the calorie content of their lunches and dinners to 600 calories and… … Read more
(Natural News) Sugar, particularly added sugars, poses many health risks. Having too much sugar in the blood increases the risk of developing diabetes, obesity, fatty liver disease, and other health problems associated with inflammation. In addition, consuming certain kinds of sugar increases one’s risk of catching influenza because sugar weakens the immune system. As early… … Read more
(Natural News) Mouthwash is an important part of anyone’s daily oral care routine. It eliminates bad breath for a short amount of time; but did you know it might be doing you more harm than good? Studies prove that regularly washing with commercial mouthwash can erode your dental enamel and make your teeth more sensitive. Consider making your… … Read more
(Natural News) Sleep is one of our most basic needs. That said, a lack of sleep causes adverse effects both in the mind and body. A study revealed that the effects of sleep deprivation on working memory performance were different between men and women. It was discovered that a decline in the working memory performance… … Read more