Multivitamins Might Prolong Life

(HealthDay News) -- Multivitamins may help women live longer by preventing parts of their DNA from shortening, a new study has found. Read more

Heart disease risk lowered in men with once-weekly diets of fatty fish

One of the largest studies of its kind done to date has confirmed past findings that eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids is beneficial to cardiac health. Furthermore, the study of 39,367 Swedish men has shown that just one serving per week – no more, no less – is needed to reduce the risk of cardiac disease. ... Continue Reading

Study shows that ginkgo biloba can reduce brain damage from stroke in half

A study conducted by John Hopkins Institutions has found that ginkgo biloba extract may significantly reduce brain damage and neurological dysfunction in stroke victims – up to 50 percent, in fact. ... Continue Reading

Drinking red wine better for health than getting isolated grape compounds in capsule form

Research has shown that consuming red wine provides far greater health benefits – including inhibiting cancer tumor growth – than getting isolated grape compounds in capsule form. ... Continue Reading

Compound found to stop the progression of breast cancer

A study has found that the compound indole-3-carbinol (I3C), common in broccoli and cabbage, lowers the activity of an enzyme known to be associated with aggressive forms of breast cancer. ... Continue Reading

The Oral Serotonin Supplementation and Weight Loss--This Week's Anti-Aging Video Preview

Robert Posner, MD speaks about The Oral Serotonin Supplementation and Weight Loss at the 16th Annual Congress on Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine in Las Vegas, Nevada. Preview his discussion of how the use of serotonin supplements in conjunction with diet and exercise can augment weight loss results. To view the video preview, click here.

Dr. Posner will give an updated presentation on the same subject at the upcoming 17th Annual World Congress on Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine in Orlando, April 2009. For more information, call 1-888-997-0112. ... Continue Reading

New studies show garlic’s powerful ability to reduce free radical damage

Garlic has long been known for its powerful abilities to heal. But several new studies have documented its ability to promote heart health, prevent and treat cancer – among other functions – in the structured setting of the research lab. ... Continue Reading

Menopausal women commonly turn to alternative therapies for relief

In a study of 563 women who had previously used hormone therapy during menopause, nearly half turned to alternative medicines for further relief from symptoms. ... Continue Reading

Daily doses of selenium help slow effects of HIV

In a study conducted by the University of Miami, patients who received 200 micrograms of high-selenium yeast daily had a lower amount of HIV in their bloodstream and better immune cell counts than those receiving a placebo. ... Continue Reading

Integrative medicine: A good alternative in a bad economy

Doctors specializing in integrative medicine look to herbal remedies, vitamin supplements and other forms of alternative medicine to promote good health – and smart healthcare purchasing. ... Continue Reading

Turmeric shown to be a powerful natural healer

Studies have shown that the yellow-orange spice from the root of a plant native to Indonesia and southern India is one of nature's most powerful potential healers, from supporting healthy liver function to fighting cancer and Alzheimer's disease. ... Continue Reading

Vitamin D deficiency linked to multiple sclerosis

The findings of a team of UK and Canadian researchers suggest that taking vitamin D supplements at critical times – during pregnancy and throughout early childhood – could prevent multiple sclerosis. ... Continue Reading

Vitamin K emerging as "life-saving superstar"

In study after study, the low-cost nutrient vitamin K has demonstrated the ability to protect against atherosclerosis, bone loss, cancer and aging. ... Continue Reading

Red clover may help to prevent prostate cancer

New research suggests that the herbal supplement red clover (Trifolium pretense) may blunt certain effects of the hormone DHEA, thus potentially eliminating any deleterious effects the hormone may have on the prostate. ... Continue Reading

L-carnitine supplementation beneficial for diabetics

People with type 2 diabetes may benefit from taking supplements of L-carnitine, a compound made from the amino acids lysine and methionine, new research suggests. ... Continue Reading

Vitamin C found to reduce blood pressure

New research suggests that boosting vitamin C levels may help to reduce blood pressure. ... Continue Reading

Rehydrated tomato paste best for prostate cancer prevention

In recent years, there has been a growing body of evidence to suggest that tomatoes may reduce the risk of prostate cancer. However, new research suggests that the cancer-preventing properties of the red fruit vary widely depending upon how they are consumed. ... Continue Reading

Researchers find cancer-protecting compounds in black raspberries

Researchers have discovered that anthocyanins, a class of flavonols found in black raspberries which have potent antioxidants properties, appear to possess cancer-protecting, or chemopreventive, properties. ... Continue Reading

No evidence to support detox products

The claims of many so-called “detox” products are “meaningless”, according to a group of British scientists. ... Continue Reading

Vitamins C, E, and beta carotene do not protect against cancer

Vitamins C, E, and beta carotene have, once again, found to be ineffective at reducing the risk of cancer. ... Continue Reading