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 E may combat chronic inflammation

A study of the in vivo effects of vitamin E on inflammatory responses in skeletal and cardiac muscle suggests that the vitamin may prove useful in the fight against chronic inflammation. ... Continue Reading

Being unfit or overweight raises white blood cell levels

Recent study results have shown that unfit and overweight people have elevated levels of white blood cells, thus suggesting that being physically unfit and/or overweight puts people at risk of chronic or so-called silent inflammation. ... Continue Reading

Being unfit or overweight raises white blood cell levels

Recent study results have shown that unfit and overweight people have elevated levels of white blood cells, thus suggesting that being physically unfit and/or overweight puts people at risk of chronic or so-called silent inflammation. ... Continue Reading

Researchers discover obesity "switch"

Researchers have identified a protein in the hypothalamus that is “switched on” by overeating, thus triggering inflammation and affecting hormones which play a key role in energy regulation. ... Continue Reading

Dark Chocolate fights inflammation

Good news for chocolate lovers – new research suggests that eating a piece of dark chocolate each day may help to reduce inflammation, a known risk factor for many diseases, including cardiovascular disease and cancer. ... Continue Reading

Revised rheumatoid arthritis guidelines revealed

The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis has significantly improved in recent years with the combinations of medications and the development of new anti-arthritis drugs proving successful in the management of symptoms. ... Continue Reading

Scientists discover mechanisms of senile blindness

Hyperactive immune resistance has been associated with senile blindness caused by age-dependent macular degeneration (AMD). ... Continue Reading