In recent years sales of Vitamin K skyrocketed as consumers become more aware of the vitamin’s “blood, bone and brain” benefits; however, Canadian researchers have identified a new role for Vitamin K: protection against diabetes. The discovery was...
According to the findings of a new study from Iran, using garlic powder as a prebiotic supplement decreases the cardiovascular risks associated with metabolic syndrome. A person is considered to have metabolic syndrome when they are diagnosed with a combination of any...
During the past decade a number of studies have made headlines after establishing a link between cell phone use and brain tumors. While detractors are still arguing over the methodology and conclusions of these studies, new research is highlighting a completely...
Just when you thought you had a good understanding of probiotics, along comes something called pre-biotics. Then soon after, something called post-biotics. Just what are they, and how do they promote optimal health? The good news is they’re all related, and part...
A new trial from Poland has found that bovine colostrum can reduce risk of upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) in young adults working in situations that subject them to “a heightened risk of infection.” The study, conducted on non-athlete medical...
A new study from UK’s University of Birmingham is reinforcing just how important antioxidants are for good health—and how detrimental processed foods are. In this case the research relates to healthy pregnancies. The researchers found a diet rich in fruit,...
