Study Spotlight

Cognitive strength throughout life is intricately tied to how well blood circulates throughout the body, including in the brain. That’s why B vitamins are even more important than many people may realize. This study examined the blood levels of B...

Metabolic syndrome, a combination of high blood pressure, increasing blood sugar levels, and being overweight has become more prevalent over the past 20 years or so. The reasons for this include eating too much highly processed, refined snack foods and...

While vitamin C is often considered a strong immune-boosting nutrient, it may help us deal with stress better, too. That’s because vitamin C is a required nutrient for the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are most associated with cortisol –...

A Canadian review found that, based on evidence from double-blind randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trials, folate supplementation helped reduce the side effects of the drug, methotrexate (MTX), in this case used for treating severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Methotrexate is a powerful...

While many people may consider collagen as a supplemental nutrient to help restore youthful skin, there are actually different types of collagen with specific roles in the body. For helping preserve cushioning joint structure, it is type II collagen. In...

According to the National Institute on Deafness and other Communication Disorders, and the National Institutes of Health, up to 40 million Americans under the age of 70 may be affected by noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). For many in noisy jobs...

Blueberries are already known for protecting vision and the cardiovascular system. But could they become a new frontline preventive treatment for dementia?

While depression and other mental health conditions require careful attention, there is one positive step that anyone can take to improve their state of mind – add some dark chocolate to a daily regimen.

Resistance to chemotherapy is common during cancer treatment and can greatly limit its effectiveness. Fortunately, leading research shows that andrographis, a botanical with a long history in Ayurvedic practice, can change that.

Plant polyphenols as dietary antioxidants in human health and disease Pandey KB, Rizvi SI. Plant polyphenols as dietary antioxidants in human health and disease. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2009 Nov-Dec;2(5):270-8.       ABSTRACT Polyphenols are secondary metabolites of plants...

Metabolic syndrome, a combination of high blood pressure, increasing blood sugar levels, out of balance cholesterol levels, high triglycerides, and struggling with extra pounds, affects 1 in 3 American adults. Fortunately, an anti-inflammatory herb with an ancient history can help.

Saffron is already known for reducing symptoms of depression and improving attention span, but this bright orange spice may have another potent ability – protecting your gift of sight.

Ginger and avocado are two foods that pack in a powerful punch of flavor. But what makes them even better is that they can stop the inflammatory process that can lead to weight gain, too.

The name ‘polyphenols’ is a broad term for many different compounds from plants. While you may notice them every day, expressed in the variety of colors of various fruits, vegetables, and herbs, their most important job may actually be stopping...

Grape seed extract already has a well-established reputation for preserving cardiovascular health in a variety of ways. Some of those same attributes could help save your vision, too.

We all tend to feel better, mentally and physically, when we get restorative sleep. But melatonin’s effects on mental well-being go far beyond a good night’s rest.

While older individuals may already supplement with vitamin D to preserve bone density and strengthen the immune system, this nutrient is critical for the brain, too.

One of the unfortunate side effects of travel is catching a cold. Fortunately, clinical research shows that elderberry may stop infections in their tracks.

Artificial sweeteners have long been promoted as a healthy option for maintaining a healthy weight. But instead, they may simply increase your odds of developing type 2 diabetes.

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor, or BDNF, is a naturally-produced substance in your body that helps create brain cells and maintain neural connections. Aging can diminish our levels of BDNF, but fortunately, a powerful herbal compound can help.