The blueberry, already considered a ‘super fruit’ for its power to potentially lower the risk of heart disease and cancer, could also be a weapon in the war against dementia.
4 April, 2016New evidence suggests that certain types of bacteria in the gut may help the immune system protect the brain from much of the damage caused by stroke – a leading cause of disability and death worldwide.
4 April, 2016New laboratory research suggests that the active ingredient in the distinctive yellow root, turmeric, can kill and clear out tuberculosis infection from cells.
30 March, 2016Some common herbal extracts including pomegranate, liquorice and grapeseed may have the ability to enhance bone health at a genetic level, according to new research.
30 March, 2016Acknowledging the possibility of deficiency, the European Food Safety Authority has issued recommendations for minimum levels of daily vitamin D. But is the new minimum still too low?
29 March, 2016Radiation treatment for breast cancer can induce complex skin wounds, but a cream containing frankincense extracts has been shown to reduce the damage.
25 March, 2016An international panel of scientists warns that we are ignoring overwhelming evidence that viral or bacterial infection is triggers plaque build-up in the brains of Alzheimer’s sufferers.
24 March, 2016Having higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in your body could enhance the memory boosting effects of B vitamins.
21 March, 2016Consuming yellow pea fibre daily may help reduce body fat and energy intake in overweight and obese adults, according to a new study.
21 March, 2016For overweight women supplementing with the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA may help keep breasts healthy and lower the risk of breast cancer.
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