Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn. See which probiotics work best for enhancing cognitive function. Think of almonds as a natural weight-loss pill. Did I gain tons of energy, develop laser-like focus, or levitate during meditation? A mere half-cup of the stuff packs in 21 grams of protein. Patients following a vegetarian diet had lower blood phosphorus… Read More »
Women are at increased risk for depressive symptoms during the menopause transition. It has long been suspected that falling estrogen levels play a role in triggering the onset of depression; however, if all women experience declining levels of estrogen and progesterone during this transition, why is it that only some women suffer from depression in… Read More »
In: Integrative Medicine. Unsalted seeds are high in potassium, magnesium, and other minerals known to reduce blood pressure. Add cinnamon to the diet by sprinkling it over oatmeal or freshly chopped fruit, as an alternative to sugar. For many, this change brought their blood pressure within the normal range. We show you how to lower… Read More »
Everybody hates stress, and we try to avoid it when we can. But what is it about stress that makes it something to be avoided? What’s happening in our bodies when we start to feel freaked out? Simply put, when our environment or circumstances stimulate us to surprise, action, or anxiety, our adrenal glands pump… Read More »
Pumpkin Apple Streusel Muffins. Half of this pie’s strawberries are arranged in a baked pastry shell, and the other half are crushed and cooked until thick and bubbly. When this lovely lower pie emerges from the oven, it’s golden outside and sweet and potassium inside. This linguine is served with a buttery thyme and roasted… Read More »
High cholesterol can be reversible with the help of a good diet and smarter decisions. When it comes to fruits, there is one in particular known to help lower your levels. Grapefruit – especially red grapefruit – may improve cholesterol, according to a new study. Natural compounds called antioxidants may get the credit, but that’s… Read More »