Mangoes (Mangifera indica), which are abundant in tropical countries, are famous for their sweet and juicy fruits but these aren’t the only good parts of the plant. Their bark is also useful because of the many health benefits that it provides. A study conducted by researchers from the University of Lagos in Nigeria showed that extracts from the bark […]
New “antidepressant food score” rates foods based on their ability to treat symptoms of depression 2
first hit the market in 1988, around 2.5 million people were prescribed the drug. By 2002, that number had increased to 33 million. In the subsequent years, many other SSRIs have been produced and prescribed prolifically, with doctors handing them out like candy to anyone who is struggling with a bout of depression, no matter […]
Smoking does nothing good to the body. In fact, it’s a leading cause of disease and disability for almost every organ in the body. It increases the risk of multiple cancers, such as that of the lungs, mouth, throat, stomach, liver, and kidneys. At least 90 percent of lung cancer cases, in particular, are caused […]
People get all of kinds of sick – but did you know that it can all be traced back to the gut? In his video, Dr. Patrick Krupka of DrKrupka identified the gut’s role in the body’s overall health, and how a lot of diseases can ultimately be traced back to it. In particular, he said most […]
Winter is the time to reconnect with friends and family. It’s also a great season for taking pictures, if not for the fact that it can suck the life out of your skin. To protect your skin from the harsh effects of winter, experts suggest consuming more vitamin E-rich foods this season to keep your […]
Our sense of smell is a portal of understanding into the microbial world we cannot see. The odors of volatile chemicals are an insight into the world of plants, fungi, insects, and bacteria. Understanding these odor signals can help us differentiate what is unhealthy and what is good for us. Different smells can help us […]
The brain is one of the busiest organs in the body. It is crucial to processes like memory, learning, and concentration. As people get older, different brain functions — especially memory — tend to decline. However, there are also cases where younger individuals also become very forgetful. This could be a sign that the brain […]
There are so many things in life that can make people stressed. Fortunately, the body has its own way of coping with the pressure of everyday life. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an amino acid that also functions as a neurotransmitter, and one of the most important ones at that. It is derived from glutamate, a neurotransmitter produced […]
Green amaranth (Amaranthushybridus) is used in folk medicine in southern India as a treatment for diabetes. A study published in the Journal of Dietary Supplements confirmed its anti-diabetic potential. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from Al Shifa College of Pharmacy in India who looked at the effects of the leaf extract […]
Breast cancer survivors will not only benefit physically from exercise, but also mentally. In a study published in the Journal of Cancer Science & Therapy, researchers discovered that long hikes can sustainably improve the mental health, level of physical activity, and quality of life of breast cancer survivors. The researchers, who were from the University […]