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Study: Fast Eating Linked to Weight Gain
Nov 18, 2011
A 'first of its kind' study at New Zealand's University of Otago suggests that fast eating may be linked to weight gain. The study focused on a group of 1500 women between the ages of 40 and 50, the ages known to be most prone to excessive weight gain.Study Suggests Potatoes Lower Blood Pressure
Nov 17, 2011
A recent study funded by the United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service (USDA-ARS) State Cooperative Potato Research Program suggests that the humble potato may be an unsung health hero. Long regarded by the general public...Acupuncture and Hypnosis Decrease Labour Pain
Nov 16, 2011
The pain of giving birth is often intense and distressing, and can be a source of great anxiety during pregnancy. While a variety of methods of pain relief are available, their effectiveness is usually not complete, and they have the potential to cause...Can Green Tea Inhibit Weight Gain?
Oct 28, 2011
Green tea may be a significant key to weight loss, according to new research conducted by Pennsylvania State University researchers. The study, published in the online journal, Obesity, reports that tea "(Camellia sinensis, Theaceae) has been shown...New Broccoli Hailed a Super Food
Oct 25, 2011
Working jointly, researchers at the UK's Institute of Food Research and John Innes Centre have developed a new strain of broccoli they believe will be an even more effective "super food" than standard broccoli. Now available in selected supermarkets...Study: Meditation May Relieve Pain
Aug 19, 2011
If you reach for a painkiller every time you feel a headache coming on, or any kind of over-the-counter drug for muscle or other pain, stop for a moment and focus on your breath. This is what researchers at a Canadian university asked subjects to do...Study: Soy May Help Lower Blood Pressure
Aug 10, 2011
Soy is low in fat, high in fibre and protein, and may help prevent cancer, heart disease and many symptoms of menopause. While more research is needed into soy’s specific health benefits, a recent study has found it helps lower blood pressure (hypertension).Tai Chi Benefits Patients with Heart Failure
Jul 19, 2011
A study carried out in the US suggests that tai chi, a meditative exercise, may benefit people with chronic heart failure. The study recruited 100 people with chronic systolic heart failure for a 12-week program of tai chi, a form of exercise that links...Yoga Helps Stroke Victims Improve Balance
Jul 01, 2011
New research from a US university suggests that a regular yoga practice may be beneficial for people who have suffered a stroke.According to the Australian Stroke Foundation, one in six people will have a stroke in their lifetime – a significant...Study: Cumin Great Source of Antioxidants
Jun 30, 2011
Cumin and its health benefits has been largely known for at least 5000 years. It has been cultivated due to its original use in traditional Indian ayurvedic medicine. Its medicinal qualities have also been recognised in cultures where it is not being...Wrinkles Linked to Bone Density
Jun 27, 2011
Wrinkles are a visible sign of aging. As we age, we lose bone mineral density as well, but this is not visible and may not become apparent until an accident occurs and a bone breaks. Osteoporosis, the loss of bone density, is more prevalent in post-menopausal...Study Finds Acupuncture May Stop Shoulder Pain
Jun 24, 2011
If you have chronic shoulder pain, a new study has suggested that acupuncture may help more than traditional orthopaedic treatment. Study Compares Acupuncture With Conventional Orthopaedic Treatment German researchers conducted a randomised acupuncture...Acupuncture May Help Treat Cancer Hot Flashes
Jun 22, 2011
Thought of as the sole preserve of menopausal women, men can experience hot flashes too. Men who undergo hormone treatment for prostate cancer often experience these hot flashes, which are a symptom of changing hormone levels. New research shows that...Acid-Alkaline Balance
Jun 15, 2011
There is a wealth of scientific evidence that demonstrates how important acid-alkaline balance is for long term health and vitality. Your acid-alkaline balance is measured on a scale called the pH scale. The pH scale ranges from 0-14 with anything...Low Energy Diet May Help With Sleep Apnea
Jun 13, 2011
If you suffer from sleep apnoea (or 'apnea') switching to a low-kilojoule diet may help you get a better night’s rest. A new study by Swedish researchers have found that eating a low-energy diet to lose weight can help people with obstructive sleep...Meditation May Help Curb Self Harm
May 31, 2011
Once thought of as being the domain of hippies or Buddhist monks, the medical world has long been studying meditation for its beneficial effects on the workings of the brain.New research carried out in the taboo area of self-harm at Melbourne University...Study: Music Therapy Helps Children with Disabilities
May 27, 2011
Music therapy has been found to improve social, motor and communication skills in children with disabilities and their parents. Research conducted at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has found that besides these benefits the therapy displayed...Bergamot for Cholesterol
May 26, 2011
Bergamot is known for its uplifting citrus scent and antiseptic properties. Now bergamot may have a role in managing cholesterol and blood glucose levels. Bergamot's Versatility Bergamot is the common name of the citrus bergamia risso plant. The fruit...Indigenous Health Concerns: What You Need to Know
May 19, 2011
"To us, health is about so much more than simply not being sick. It's about getting a balance between physical, mental, emotional, cultural and spiritual health. Health and healing are interwoven, which means that one can't be separated from the other."...Active Kids Less Likely to Develop Depression
May 19, 2011
New research suggests that being physically active as a child can do more than just set good habits for adult life. Not only does exercise tone the muscles, keep the heart healthy and help to keep excess kilos at bay, a new study has found that being...
