Blueberry vinegar improves memory in mice with amnesia
(American Chemical Society) Dementia affects millions of people worldwide, robbing them of their ability to think, remember and live as they once did. In the search for new ways to fight cognitive decline, scientists report in ACS' Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry that blueberry vinegar might offer some help. They found that the fermented product could restore cognitive function in mice. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - December 20, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Chocolate and red wine are secret to beating wrinkles
Lab researchers from Exeter and Brighton universities made old cells both look and behave 'younger' by applying compounds naturally found in red grapes and blueberries. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - November 9, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Diet to beat arthritis: Ginger, blueberries and green tea
Scientists from KIIT University in India recommended switching from a meat diet to a plant-based one. They advise sufferers to take probiotics and quit alcohol and smoking. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - November 8, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
These Foods May Help Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 8, 2017 -- Have rheumatoid arthritis? Treat yourself to some blueberries and a cup of green tea.
They ' re among the foods that could ease the pain, swelling and stiffness in your joints and even slow progression of the disease,... (Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews)
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - November 8, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Little-known fruits contain powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant agents
(Funda ç ã o de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado de S ã o Paulo) Research shows that five fruit species native to Brazil's Atlantic Rainforest biome have bioactive properties as outstanding as those of blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, and strawberries. By investigating the presence of anti-aging nutrients that also work at the prevention of cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's, the study clears the path for the conservation and promotion of the genus Eugenia, which contains 400 species (some of them endangered) and presents huge potential in food and pharmaceutical industries. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - October 31, 2017 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news
Blueberries help children's reaction times
Researcher from the University of Reading built on previous research that revealed the antioxidants 'flavonoids' boost communication between nerve cells and aid brain cell regeneration. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - October 16, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
‘We Get Out Here and Disrupt.’ More Than 140 People Arrested Amid Protests in St. Louis
(ST. LOUIS) — When a former police officer was acquitted in the fatal shooting of a black suspect, protesters vowed to show their disdain by disrupting business in downtown St. Louis. They quickly succeeded.
The unrest that followed Friday’s ruling closed large corporate offices, shut down restaurants and bars and even forced U2 to call off a concert that would have drawn 50,000 fans into the heart of the city. And protest organizers may not be done.
The demonstrations engulfed the St. Louis region after a judge acquitted Jason Stockley of first-degree murder in the 2011 death of 24-year-old Anthony Lamar Smith...
Source: TIME.com: Top Science and Health Stories - September 18, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Jim Salter / AP Tags: Uncategorized Missouri onetime Source Type: news
Hair loss diet: Eating THIS could slow down male pattern baldness
HAIR loss - also known as alopecia - in men is commonly an inherited type called male pattern baldness. However, eating antioxidant-rich blueberries could slow down its onset. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - August 21, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Tea, red wine and blueberries prevent flu from taking hold
Flavanoids - natural compounds found in berries - have been found to interact with a certain gut microbe to prevent severe flu, say researchers in St Louis, Missouri. (Source: the Mail online | Health)
Source: the Mail online | Health - August 4, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Natural compound coupled with specific gut microbes may prevent severe flu
(Washington University School of Medicine) Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found that a particular gut microbe can prevent severe flu infections in mice, likely by breaking down naturally occurring compounds -- called flavonoids -- commonly found in foods such as black tea, red wine and blueberries. (Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases)
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - August 3, 2017 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news
Tufts' Nutrition Experts Answer Your Questions On The Benefits Of Berries
At the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, you can tell it is blueberry season by the bowls (Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post)
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 31, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Tufts' Nutrition Experts Answer Your Questions On The Benefits Of Berries
At the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, you can tell it is blueberry season by the bowls (Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post)
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - July 31, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Some types of vegetarian diet can raise heart disease risk
Conclusion
This large pooled cohort study seems to demonstrate an association between a healthy plant-based diet and reduced risk of coronary heart disease, and an increased risk of heart disease with an unhealthy plant-based diet.
This adds to the evidence base supporting the possible benefits of healthy plant-based diets in protecting against certain illnesses. However there are some limitations to the research:
The cohort included only health professionals from the US so might not be representative of wider populations in the UK or elsewhere.
The study can't provide information on the benefits or otherwise of this...
Source: NHS News Feed - July 18, 2017 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Food/diet Source Type: news
TAH hysterctomy, large fibroid – Lisa ’ s story
Conclusion – I do not regret my decision to have a hysterectomy at all. For me, it was the right decision so far. I didn’t think the big lump that was very noticeable in my stomach was an issue as I was used to it but now I cannot feel that or my cervix (which was 2 inches above my belly button) it is lovely. I have, by no means, a flat stomach now but I hope with healthy eating and daily exercise the swelling will go down and I will regain feeling in my lower stomach. I think you have to expect a certain amount of pain and discomfort at the start and I would definitely recommend whatever pain relief you feel y...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - April 2, 2017 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Tags: Your Stories fibroids total abdominal hysterectomy Source Type: news
TAH hysterctomy, large fibroid – Lisa ’ s story
Conclusion – I do not regret my decision to have a hysterectomy at all. For me, it was the right decision so far. I didn’t think the big lump that was very noticeable in my stomach was an issue as I was used to it but now I cannot feel that or my cervix (which was 2 inches above my belly button) it is lovely. I have, by no means, a flat stomach now but I hope with healthy eating and daily exercise the swelling will go down and I will regain feeling in my lower stomach. I think you have to expect a certain amount of pain and discomfort at the start and I would definitely recommend whatever pain relief you feel y...
Source: The Hysterectomy Association - April 2, 2017 Category: OBGYN Authors: Linda Parkinson-Hardman Tags: Health fibroids hysterectomy stories total abdominal hysterectomy Source Type: news
