Whether drinking, gargling or swallowing an extract in a capsule, green tea is effective at warding off influenza and other upper respiratory tract illnesses. These are the findings of a new meta-analysis that included a review of the effectiveness of tea gargling and...
Vitamin C was one of the first vitamins discovered and named—over 100 years ago—and today it is the most supplemented vitamin in the world. There are good reasons for the popularity: 100 years of research has proven it is critical for all aspects of...
Conducting breathing exercises for just five minutes per day lowers blood pressure as well as—and in some cases, more than—aerobic exercise or medication, a new U.S. study has found. The research, conducted at University of Colorado at Boulder also found...
In this politically-correct age, health advocates are frequently censored for simply pointing out that being overweight is unhealthy. But last week the British Medical Journal defied the popular “any size is healthy” crowd and published a report that found...
Meal replacement powders have grown in popularity in the past decade. The reasons are numerous: They are popular with dieters looking for a lower-calorie option than a full meal. They’re popular as a healthy meal option for busy consumers with hectic schedules....
January is a popular month for setting a goal to lose weight. Unfortunately most people fail—and not just because of lack of determination. Busy schedules, family obligations and complicated diet plans can play havoc on even the most dedicated goal-setter. The...
