May 01, 2013
When used as a part of one's daily fat intake, red palm oil, which is rich in carotenoids and vitamin E, may help prevent various illnesses.
April 23, 2013
The American Heart Association has issued evidence-based recommendations for implementing non-dietary and non-drug based BP-lowering treatments.
April 02, 2013
Lycopene, an antioxidant that occurs abundantly in plants, is known as a potential mitigating agent for cardiovascular disease and cancer.
March 05, 2013
The seeds of the fenugreek plant, which are used for medicinal purposes, contain saponins, alkaloids and other antioxidants.
February 21, 2013
Acupuncture improved quality of life scores and reduces antihistamine use among patients with seasonal allergic rhinitis, but benefits were short lived.
February 05, 2013
Reflexology uses subtle pressure on specific muscle areas of the feet or hands to stimulate blood flow and nerve impulses that then trigger the release of endorphins and retained toxins.
January 08, 2013
Despite its long history, there are scarce scientific data supporting the clinical utility of iridology, an alternative medicine technique.
December 01, 2012
Rosmarinus officinalis is rich in iron, calcium and vitamin B6, and has been credited with improving cognition and memory.
November 06, 2012
Although the mechanism of action in eucalyptus oil is still unclear, the agent is generally thought to be anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial, and there is some evidence that it can be used as an antifungal.
October 01, 2012
Dehydroepiandrosterone may help ease anxiety and depressive symptoms, and medication-induced extrapyramidal symptoms in schizophrenics.
September 14, 2012
Acupuncture provides effective relief for back and neck pain, osteoarthritis and chronic headache, results of a metaanalysis show.
September 04, 2012
Stinging nettle has been used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions since the 10th century.
August 06, 2012
Medicinal properties of marigold-derived compounds include antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects.
July 04, 2012
Results of a meta-analysis suggests that probiotics may reduce antibiotic-associated diarrhea by as much as nearly 50%.
July 03, 2012
The National Institutes of Health noted that there is enough scientific evidence of acupuncture's efficacy to warrant its use in certain clinical situations.
June 30, 2012
An analysis of 29 clinical trials examining the effects of short-term vitamin C supplementation on BP has demonstrated some benefit.
June 13, 2012
Patients often consider supplements and herbs harmless, but combining them with other drugs can have devastating consequences.
June 13, 2012
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force did not find sufficient evidence to support the use of vitamin D and calcium supplements to prevent cancer and osteoporotic fractures.
June 05, 2012
Eating a moderate amount of dark chocolate daily may offer a long-term, cost-effective way to reduce cardiovascular events in patients at risk for heart disease.
June 01, 2012
While niacin is well known for preventing pellagra, it is only in the past 15 to 20 years that other medicinal uses for this common vitamin have emerged.
May 17, 2012
After 12 weeks of acupuncture patients with COPD had better Borg scale score and improved walk distance on the six-minute walk test compared to those assigned to placebo.
May 07, 2012
A growing body of evidence has linked the tart cherry to substantial anti-inflammatory benefits, including reduced arthritic and gout pain, and several cardiac benefits.
Try bright light therapy before sleep medications or stimulants for patients with insomnia and circadian rhythm disorders.
April 03, 2012
Saffron contains more than 50% of the USDA's recommended daily allowance of vitamin C, iron and magnesium, and more than 30 % of the recommended daily phosphorus and potassium.
March 06, 2012
Medical hypnotherapy today is most commonly used for pain management, treatment of anxiety or psychosomatic illness, and treatment of behavioral disorders.
Selenium supplements are unnecessary for the majority of the U.S. population, and may even be harmful.
February 01, 2012
Wild yam is an herbal remedy for menstrual discomfort and menopausal symptoms, and has also been suggested as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
Advise patients who are bothered by the fishy taste of omega-3 fish oil capsules to freeze the supplements.
January 04, 2012
Goldenseal, one of the most popular herbs in the United States today, is used as a base in many herbal preparations. Also known as yellow root, ground raspberry or Indian turmeric, goldenseal is credited with a number of different medicinal properties.
December 28, 2011
Two large studies have underscored the benefits of yoga for people suffering from low back pain.
