by Gill | Jan 26, 2016 | Cancer
Introduction: What if some of the large clinical studies assessing the benefits (or risks) of selenium supplementation in cancer prevention have used the wrong form? That looks to be the case as a new study from the University of Miami sheds light on the different...
by Gill | Dec 15, 2015 | Depression, Most Recent
Introduction: Bright light therapy has a proven track record of success in the treatment of seasonal affective disorder (SAD), commonly referred to as the winter blues. A new study from the University of British Columbia shows that this simple and safe therapy is...
by Gill | Dec 8, 2015 | Heart Disease
Introduction: A simple dietary supplement has once again been shown to produce valuable health benefits. Specifically, a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition has validated the effects of a previous study showing grape seed extract can effectively...
by Gill | Dec 1, 2015 | Mens Health
Introduction: Lycopene is a red pigment of the carotene class of compounds that is found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables. It has received a lot of attention because it is extremely protective against heart disease and the major cancers (i.e., breast,...
by Gill | Nov 17, 2015 | Weight Loss
Introduction: The research is quite clear that safe and effective weight loss is not about will power, deprivation, or counting calories. Ultimately, weight loss success is most often attributed to strategies and tools that impact appetite and portion control. In...
by Gill | Nov 10, 2015 | Digestion, Natural Facts
Introduction: Resveratrol is a plant compound similar to flavonoids. It is found in the low levels of the skin of red grapes, red wine, cocoa powder, baking chocolate, dark chocolate, peanuts and mulberry skin. Red wine is perhaps the most recognized source of...