2023 may be the year that probiotics become “medical mainstream.” Barely two weeks into the year, and two freshly-published studies are reinforcing the potent and diverse immune benefits of different probiotic strains. One study demonstrated the...
If you’re one of the 41 percent of Americans who make a New Year’s resolution, you probably know that such resolutions are often difficult to keep. Especially health-related goals. But they don’t all need to be difficult. In fact, there’s one...
If you don’t like mushrooms you’re probably aware that you’re missing out on a substantial health benefit. But, according to research, even the people who do consume mushrooms are most likely not receiving the full potential of the health benefits...
People living in desert regions appreciate pomegranate trees (Punica granatum) because they are so resilient and can thrive in harsh conditions. Meanwhile, people working in laboratories appreciate pomegranates for the myriad of compounds they contain, and the wide...
Supplementing with turmeric extract was linked to significant reduction in muscle soreness following exercise, according to a new study from India. Turmeric is a flowering plant (Curcuma longa) that is part of the ginger family. Both turmeric and the curcumin derived...
New research from Taiwan has found CoQ10 effective in lowering fatigue. CoQ10—an abbreviation for Coenzyme Q10—is a lipid-soluble antioxidant produced by the human body, but known to diminish as people age. The authors of the new study explain that CoQ10...
