Athletes are always looking for “natural” ways to increase endurance and improve performance. A new study found that supplementing with L-Arginine before initiating exercise significantly improved exercise tolerance. Those who took the supplement also had lower blood pressure during exercise, … Read More
Scientific research proves it’s your desk job that’s making you fat. According to the Bureau of Labor statistics, in a 24-hour period, the average American spends about eight hours at work, eight hours sleeping, one hour eating, and two and … Read More
Not too long ago, research started to emerge on the potential cholesterol-lowering effects of citrus fruits. Two flavonoids known as naringin and hesperidin, which are found in fruits such as grapefruit, oranges, mandarins and lemons, have been examined for their … Read More
The holiday festivities are over, but don’t throw out the candy canes. Peppermint (Mentha piperita), a hybrid of water mint and spearmint, is one of the most widely consumed herbs. The leaves are commonly used fresh or dried in teas, … Read More
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that is manageable with proper lifestyle modifications. We know that exercise provides significant health benefits for diabetics, but which type is best? New research suggests that alternating between aerobic and resistance exercises may be … Read More
Kava is a popular and also controversial dietary supplement. It’s commonly used to treat anxiety, insomnia and to relieve stress and tension. Yet there has been increased fear among consumers regarding this supplement, as a growing number of case reports … Read More
Why bother dieting when you can go under the knife to lose those unwanted pounds? Last week, an FDA advisory panel approved an expansion of the use of Allergan Inc’s Lap-Band, a gastric banding device used to achieve weight loss … Read More
Here’s some food for thought: new research suggests that beets may promote brain health in older adults. Beets are high in nitrates, chemical compounds that have been previously shown to improve circulation with demonstrated benefits to intestinal health, blood pressure, … Read More
