Health

  In recent years there has been a surge in studies looking at the biologic effects of different kinds of fasting diets in both animal models and humans. These diets include continuous calorie restriction, intermittent fasting, and alternate-day fasting (ADF). Now the largest study of its kind to look at the effects…
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  By Derek Mitchell, University of Leeds Honey bees are under extreme pressure. The number of honey bee colonies in the US has been declining at an average rate of almost 40% since 2010. The biggest contributor to this decline is viruses spread by a parasite, Varroa Destructor. But this isn’t a…
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  Doctors, their medical organizations and the great pharmaceutical companies practice a sinister form of medicine that directly causes suffering and pain in people’s lives. James Howard Kunstler writes that modern medicine is a hostage racket:…
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  Researchers from the University of Freiburg have found evidence to suggest that the immune system could distinguish between self and non-self molecules through interacting with them. This team, led by biologists Wolfgang Schamel and Wilfried Weber, provided data that supported a hypothesis scientists have long held…
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  Sesame seeds are crunchy seeds with a delicious nutty flavor. They are often added to bread and bagels or incorporated into culinary presentations to add visual interest. Sesame seed is the seed of Sesamum indicum, a plant that grows to about three to five…
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  Millions of people around the world suffer from anxiety, ranging from mild symptoms in challenging situations to acute bouts which can severely impact life.There are many ways to tackle anxiety, from medical intervention to cognitive therapy. However, lifestyle, healthy eating and exercise also has its role to play, and within…
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  Horny goat weed is an amazing medicinal plant with a funny history. A Chinese goat herder noticed that animals who ate the plant’s leaves had an increased interest in freshening. This amazing medicinal plant doesn’t only work for goats! A time-tested herbal supplement, horny goat weed is often used by men to…
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  Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) by itself is already chock-full of vitamins and minerals. In fact, this humble vegetable – a member of the cabbage family and a staple in many American households – is so nutrient-dense, it actually provides a little bit of almost every nutrient your body needs. Plus, it doesn’t…
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  Yoga, a common yet powerful tool, could dramatically ease or put an end to period pain. A study reveals that curling up in a ball not only floods your system with feel-good hormones and improves circulation, but also provides relief for common menstrual complaints. Writing in the journal Complementary Therapies in…
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  Scientists have known for decades that aerobic exercise strengthens the brain and contributes to the growth of new neurons, but few studies have examined how yoga affects the brain. A review of the science finds evidence that yoga enhances many of the same brain structures and functions that benefit from aerobic exercise.…
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