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Review looks at antimicrobial properties of plants of the genus Etlingera

December 19, 2019 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, herbal medicine, Herbs, infectious diseases, natural cures, natural medicine, phytonutrients, plant medicine, remedies, research

In this paper, researchers from Noakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh summarized the characteristics of essential oils derived from different Etlingera species, with particular focus on their chemical composition and antimicrobial activities. This review was published in the Journal ...

Efficacy of acupuncture in insomnia treatment

December 17, 2019 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, healing arts, insomnia, natural cures, natural medicine, remedies, research, sleep disorders

Researchers from China analyzed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that explored the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture as as treatment for primary insomnia. Their article appeared in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine.

Based on these findings, the researchers concluded that acupuncture can safely improve ...

Evaluating the biological activities of each herbal variety of the Ayuverdic tonic Shankhpushpi

November 14, 2019 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, herbal medicine, Herbs, natural cures, natural medicine, neurodegenerative diseases, neuroprotective, phytonutrients, prevention, remedies, research

In this study, researchers from India evaluated the neuropharmacological effects of four herbs commonly identified as sources of the Ayurvedic tonic Shankhpushpi. Their results were published in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine.

Based on these results, the ...

VICTORY: Health freedom advocates successfully kill New Jersey bill that sought to eliminate religious vaccine exemptions

January 15, 2020 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, health freedom, measles, New Jersey, New Jersey Coalition for Vaccine Choice, Protesters, religious exemptions, vaccination, vaccine choice, vaccines

The power of We the People was on full display in New Jersey the other day as health freedom advocates declared victory against the tyrannical politicians there who’ve been trying to eliminate the Garden State’s religious exemption clause for “mandatory” vaccination.

S2173 is officially ...

Extracts from fermented Trapa japonica fruits can improve symptoms of alopecia

November 14, 2019 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, hair growth, hair loss, herbal medicine, natural cures, natural medicine, phytonutrients, remedies, research, superfoods, water caltrop

In this study, researchers from South Korea examined the effect of Bacillus/Trapa japonica fruit ferment filtrate extracts (TJFs) on human hair follicle dermal papilla (HDP) cells to determine if the activation of the Akt/ERK/GSK-3B signaling pathway improves HDP cell proliferation. Their ...

Top 12 takeaways from the Joe Rogan and Dr. Robert Malone interview

January 04, 2022 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, Joe Rogan, lawlessness, medical error, medical fraud, medical malpractice, mRNA, myocarditis, natural immunity, Nuremberg Code, pandemic, Reuters, spike protein, truth, Twitter, vaccine injury, waning immunity

One of the most insightful dialogues of 2021 was Joe Rogan’s interview of Dr. Robert Malone (#1757). Dr. Malone invented the mRNA technology that is being used in the experimental covid vaccines. Dr. Malone has developed ...

Beyond sadness and despair: Understanding the 11 hidden signs of depression and how to address them

January 20, 2020 - goodhealth, mental, mental health, psychiatry, signs of depression, talk therapy

Depression – for the serious condition that it is – can go unnoticed in many people. Some of its more salient symptoms — such as feelings of sadness, hopelessness or loneliness — are easy to recognize, but even people who don’t exhibit these can still be depressed.

Here are 11 hidden signs that indicate whether you, or someone you know, are suffering from depression. Do note, however, ...

Eat right and exercise: 5 Natural ways to prevent high blood pressure

January 19, 2020 - goodhealth, healing, heart health, massage, Meditation, natural health, prevention, stress relief

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that around 75 million Americans, or one in three adults, have hypertension. Unfortunately, many of them don’t even know that they have the condition since it rarely produces any symptoms at its onset. In 2014, the agency reported that high blood pressure was either a primary or contributing cause of death ...

Natural relief for women going through the change: Cognitive behavior therapy helps manage menopause symptoms, reveals study

January 20, 2020 - goodhealth, hot flashes, lifestyle choices, Menopause, mental health, older women, prevention, psychological therapies, Psychology, stopsmoking, therapies, women's health

Cognitive behavior therapy is a short-term, non-medical approach that can be used to treat a wide range of health problems, from stress and fatigue to even hot flashes. It focuses on teaching patients how to modify dysfunctional behaviors, thoughts and emotions, and how to develop personal ...

Research finds link between joint hypermobility and increased risk of anxiety problems

January 20, 2020 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, goodscience, healing arts, hip joint hypermobility, joints, mental health, mind body science, research, stop smoking, stress

Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health concerns in the United States. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), these disorders affect about 40 million American adults, or 18.1 percent of the population each year. While anxiety disorders are highly treatable, the ...

Research determines that following the Mediterranean diet helps reduce liver fat and minimizes obesity risk

January 15, 2020 - goodhealth, heart health, Mediterranean diet, prevention, superfoods

Those looking to lower their hepatic fat deposits may be better off trying a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet over a low-fat one, according to researchers.

In a study published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel, together with teams from the U.S. and Germany, found that the Mediterranean diet had a greater effect on reducing fat ...

Black cumin seed, a traditional folk remedy, is becoming popular for its health benefits and synergistic effects

January 09, 2020 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, heart health, hypertension, inflammation, natural medicine, obesity, superfoods

Black cumin seed is derived from the Nigella sativa plant, a small flowering shrub native to Eastern Europe, western Asia and the Middle East. While they may not look like much, these tiny black seeds have been used in medicinal remedies for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health conditions, including certain immune and inflammatory disorders....

Taking vitamin D supplements for multiple years found to help those with cancer live LONGER

January 21, 2020 - goodhealth, goodmedicine, longevity, natural cures, natural medicine, nutrients, prevent cancer, prevention, supplements, vitamin D

Taking vitamin D supplements regularly for at least three years may lengthen the lives of people with cancer, a recent study suggests.

In this study, which was published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology, researchers from Michigan State University (MSU) reviewed 10 randomized controlled trials that compared vitamin D supplementation with ...

Study: Consuming more strawberries can help prevent Alzheimer’s in the elderly

January 21, 2020 - goodhealth, goodscience, mind body science, organics, prevention, remedies, research, Strawberries, superfoods

Do you love snacking on sweet and juicy strawberries? Well, keep at it: A recent study suggests that they can lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s dementia (AD).

In a study published in Current Developments in Nutrition and funded by the California Strawberry Commission, researchers from Rush University found that elderly people who consumed high ...

Scientists find that molecules in pomegranates have incredible anti-aging benefits

January 19, 2020 - goodhealth, healing foods, mitochondria disruption, mitochondrial health, nutrients, pomegranate, superfood, superfoods, superfruits

The pomegranate, scientifically known as Punica granatum, is a popular deciduous shrub, thanks to its ruby-red fruit. Considered among the healthiest fruits around, the pomegranate is packed with polyphenols and antioxidants that help deal with a variety of health problems like high blood pressure and atherosclerosis. While previous ...

Shaking in your (workout) shoes: Here’s why your muscles shake when you’re working out

January 18, 2020 - goodhealth, low blood glycogen, muscle health, muscles, Naturopathy, slender, working out

It can’t be stressed enough that physical activity, be it mundane walking or an intense workout session, is vital for improving overall health. Regular exercise can bring a wide variety of health benefits, including improved mood, reduced risk of heart disease, increased energy levels and weight loss. But as you exercise, you may notice that your muscles start shaking every ...

Naturally prevent conditions like diabetes, heart disease and stroke with vitamin D and hormone support

January 16, 2020 - goodhealth, heart health, hormones, metabolic syndrome, obesity, omega-3 fatty acids, supplements, triglycerides, vitamin D deficiency

Years of research have established a positive collaboration between estrogen and vitamin D to improve bone health. Now, recent research suggests that this dynamic duo could also play a role in staving off metabolic syndrome in postmenopausal women.

Metabolic syndrome is described as a cluster of conditions – such as obesity, ...

Sun-exposed oyster mushrooms boost TB patients’ vitamin D levels, immune response

January 13, 2020 - goodhealth, goodscience, immune system, lung health, Mushrooms, nutrients, oyster mushrooms, plant medicine, prevention, superfoods, tuberculosis, vitamin D

Despite the advancements in medication and the increased availability of antimicrobial treatments, tuberculosis (TB) still remains one of the deadliest infectious diseases in low income countries today, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) who noted in its 2019 Global Tuberculosis Report that ...

Compounds in broccoli sprouts can help fight gastritis and stomach ulcers: Study

January 13, 2020 - goodhealth, grocery cures, natural cures, natural medicine, organics, prevent cancer, prevention, stomach cancer, stomach ulcer, superfoods, vegetables, veggie

Broccoli (Brassica oleracea) by itself is already chock-full of vitamins and minerals. In fact, this humble vegetable — a member of the cabbage family and a staple in many American households — is so nutrient-dense, it actually provides a little bit of almost every nutrient your body needs. Plus, it doesn’t ...

Scientists discover a soil bacteria that can protect against stress

January 10, 2020 - goodhealth, goodscience, hygiene hypothesis, immune system, longevity, nature, old friends theory, prevention, soil bacteria, stress relief

The health industry is full of diets, exercises and therapies for stress relief. But researchers from the U.S., Hungary and the U.K. suggest a more down-to-earth stress buster – with dirt.

In their study, which was published in the journal Psychopharmacology, the team found that Mycobacterium vaccae, a bacterium found in ...