(Natural News) Being deficient in nutrients comes with serious health risks. Having low levels of magnesium, for instance, can increase your risk of cardiovascular diseases and depression. In a study published in the journal Atherosclerosis, researchers found that people with low magnesium levels are at risk of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD). When the participants […]

(Natural News) Flaxseeds have been prized for the many health benefits they offer. Adding four tablespoons of flaxseeds every day to one’s diet is good for the heart, especially in people with cardiovascular disease. A study published in the journal Hypertension found that that dietary flaxseed may be used as a potential therapeutic intervention in people with a chronic, […]

(Natural News) A study published in the journal Nutrition Research looked at whether olive oil intake, fish consumption, and omega-3 supplementation would increase the levels of red blood cell oleic acid and the omega-3 index of a person. This study was conducted by a team of researchers from the U.S. and Italy. The research team looked […]

(Natural News) Looking for ways to keep your heart healthy? Consider eating more blueberries. A study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A suggested that blueberries contain phytochemicals that significantly improve cardiovascular health. These phytochemicals are known as anthocyanins, which give blueberries (and other red, blue, and purple-colored foods) their color. For the first […]

(Natural News) Blueberries are small, bluish-purple fruits that contain antioxidants called anthocyanins. A study published in The Journals of Gerontology: Series A linked daily consumption of 200 grams (g) of blueberries to improved blood pressure and blood vessel function. The blueberry plant is a small flowering shrub closely related to cranberries and huckleberries. It produces small, round fruits […]

(Natural News) Sleep is an important part of a person’s day, yet many people are sleep-deprived, which increases their risk of many health problems. Having a good night’s sleep on a regular basis can prevent cardiovascular disease (CVD) like atherosclerosis, according to a study published in the journal Nature. In the study, researchers found a hormone […]

(Natural News) Obesity dramatically increases the risk of multiple life-threatening health problems. As noted by the respected Cleveland Clinic, a third of all Americans are seriously overweight, and these people are at far greater risk of developing coronary artery disease (commonly known as heart disease) or of having a stroke. Being seriously overweight goes hand-in-hand […]

(Natural News) The dangers of exposure to pesticides – which include increased risk of cancer and other serious health problems – have been well documented in recent years. Now, another risk associated with these toxic chemicals has been uncovered by researchers from the Universities of Illinois and Miami, and Michigan’s Wayne State University. The study, […]

(Natural News) Big Pharma’s “sweetheart products,” statin medications, are a class of synthetic compounds made in laboratories that allegedly lower cholesterol levels in order to help prevent strokes and heart attacks. Many statins contain a compound from red yeast rice called monacolin K, but make no mistake, all statins contain chemicals that cause a long list […]

(Natural News) When we think of type 2 diabetes we generally think about glucose and insulin, and imagine that patients with this condition mainly need to be concerned about maintaining balanced blood sugar levels. While it’s true that these things are important, the reality is that diabetes causes a host of serious, even life-threatening, complications […]