Most people know that antioxidants are important for health. These compounds, including beta-carotene, selenium and vitamins C and E, reduce the harmful effects of free radicals, molecules that damage cells and the DNA within cells) and increase the risk for serious diseases,...
An "organic" label on foods is enough to make people believe the food items are healthier and tastier, recent research...
There are a number of ways you can ensure that seafood is fresh and safe. Here's what to look for...
Long known as heart-healthy, fish that's baked or broiled also protects against developing heart failure, a recent study suggests. Heart...
Eating apples every day may be good for your cardiovascular health, recent research suggests. Women who ate dried apples every day for...
Zyflamend is a popular herbal anti-inflammatory product that contains extracts of turmeric, ginger and rosemary (which has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties). Among...
A review of data from 15 trials suggests that the zinc supplements so many Americans pop at the first sign of a...
Scabies is an intensely itchy and highly contagious inflammatory skin condition that is common worldwide-including in the US. It develops when an...
When it comes to understanding and researching medicinal herbs, the US is behind many other parts of the world. Even though American...
While the medicinal use of cannabis (more commonly known as marijuana) remains controversial in many parts of the US, researchers are discovering...
Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy may be able to avoid the accompanying muscle loss and malnutrition by taking fish oil supplements that contain...
Consuming omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil capsules during pregnancy may reduce a woman's risk of postpartum depression, according to...