Study Spotlight

According to statistics at breastcancer.org, 1 in 8 American women will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. While there are many factors…

The National Eye Institute, a branch of the National Institutes of Health, estimates that 5 million Americans will have reduced vision and that…

Feelings of anxiety and bouts of depression can seem like they exist only in our heads, but their effects are much more far reaching than that.…

Sugar in our blood can be a blessing or a curse. As a means of fueling our bodies when brought into our cells by insulin, it is fine. But when…

Vitamin D is frequently called “the sunshine vitamin” because it is naturally synthesized by the body after skin exposure to sunlight.…

When viruses are at a certain stage of development, they acquire an “envelope” made of the tissue of their infected host. This skin…

When it comes to sleep loss, we normally think that pain is the problem. If we simply had less pain during the day, we’d sleep better…

For several years, the Mediterranean diet has been considered one of the healthiest, and for good reason. It’s emphasis on healthy fats,…

There’s no doubt that there are many blessings brought about by technology and chemistry. But there’s a not-so-hidden cost, too,…

The Ayurvedic adaptogen Andrographis paniculata isn’t the most popular herb in America yet, but chances are, it will be soon. That’s…

One the subject of weight loss and tea, green tea generally comes to mind first. But black tea, the fermented version of Camellia sinensis,…

Keep your teeth clean doesn’t only freshen your breath and prevent tooth decay – it might actually save your life. The bacteria…

Botanical adaptogens have a long history of use in traditional medical practice for virtually every possible aspect of health. These herbs can…

According the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) almost 650,000 Americans die of heart disease every year. It is still the leading cause of death…

Hypertension – high blood pressure – is commonly referred to as “the silent killer” because the condition can be symptom…

According to the National Safety Council, about 43 percent of Americans are stressed in some way. Over time, that stress – whether occasional,…

Boswellia (Boswellia serrata)—sometimes known as frankincense—is already a highly regarded anti-inflammatory, stopping 5-lipooxygenase…

Stress is more than a feeling – it can put your health at great risk. Too much stress, too often, boosts blood pressure, creates mental…

Dark chocolate is a great source of polyphenols and typically lower in sugar compared to milk chocolate. Because of this, many people—especially…

As one of nature’s most delicious fruits, blueberries score big when it comes to their taste. They also have great potential for keeping…