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Study Findings Suggest Eating Grapes for Longevity

Have you ever heard that drinking wine is linked to a longer life span? Some research shows this is true, specifically that having one to two glasses of wine per day (particularly red wine) may ...

Dark Chocolate for Stress Starts in the Brain, New Study Shows

We often talk about the many health benefits of dark chocolate, perhaps because it's so darn tasty. Its impressive antioxidant profile and impact on cardiovascular health are added, guilt-reducing bonuses. Well, good news: A new preclinical ...

Concerned About Your Children’s Growth? 5 Nutrition Remedies

In my 50-plus years of pediatric practice, I have consulted with thousands of parents about the confusing diagnosis of failure to thrive. The problem isn’t with growth charts. We include them in most of our ...

Omega-3s May Help Lower Breast Cancer Risk in Women with Obesity

Considered to be among the healthiest fats to consume, omega-3s benefits include those related to heart health, mental illnesses, brain decline, inflammation, autoimmune diseases and even cancer. A new study found a link between consumption of ...

Study Finds Potential Benefits of Probiotics for Depression

It's well-known that probiotics, available from both fermented foods and supplements, support digestion and gut function. Can probiotics also improve mental health? A new study suggests there are benefits of probiotics for people dealing with depression. ...

Macular Carotenoids Support Vision, Brain Health & Longevity

Carotenoids are types of antioxidants that are known to contribute to eye and brain health, as well as maintenance of normal vision. They do this by fighting effects of free radical damage, also called oxidative stress. These ...

Researchers Try to Nail Down Ideal Amount of Sleep

One of the most underrated aspects of health is sleep despite the fact that research shows over and over again how vital getting the proper amount of sleep is to reach optimal health. Conversely, sleep ...

Dangerous Cleaning Products Emit Radiation 3,000 Times Above Safe Level

Usually when we talk about dangerous cleaning products, things like bleach and harmful scented disinfectants probably come to mind. But a recent warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration suggests there's another cleaning threat ...

Swimmer’s Ear Causes & Natural Remedies

Although children most often develop swimmer’s ear from swimming outdoors in oceans or lakes, adults can also develop this painful problem. In fact, swabbing the inside of the ears with Q-tips after a shower (a ...

Research Examines Optimal Time of Day for Exercise for Women, Men

The benefits of exercise are undeniable, no matter when you decide to get your workout in. However, recent research reveals that there seems to be an optimal time of day for exercise – and it ...