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High Dose Folate And B Vitamin Supplements Increase Uterine Cancer RiskWomen who take large amounts of folate, vitamin B2, B6 or B12 supplements may be increasing their risk of uterine
cancer, according to research presented at the 16th International Meeting of the European Society of Gynaecological Oncology (ESGO) in Belgrade, Serbia, 11-14 October 2009.
medicalnewstoday.com Sunday, October 18, 2009Olive Oil Compound May Save Brain From Alzheimer'sNew research suggests that a compound found in extra virgin olive oil may help shield the brain from Alzheimer's
disease. Known as oleocanthal, the compound appears to alter the structure...
about.com Sunday, October 18, 2009Grapeseed Extract for Alzheimer's PreventionRegular intake of grapeseed extract may help shield your brain from Alzheimer's
disease, a new study finds. In tests on rats, researchers discovered that the amount of grapeseed extract that...
about.com Sunday, October 18, 2009How to make your own herbal tinctureTinctures are more powerful and last longer than dried herbs. It is much cheaper than buying ready made herbal products.
topix.net Sunday, October 18, 2009Meditation May Help Doctors Beat BurnoutTaking up a mindfulness meditation practice may benefit doctors who feel fatigued or stressed out, according to a recent study. For the study, researchers assigned 70 primary care physicians to...
about.com Sunday, October 18, 2009A herbalist view on the swineflu and vaccinesEvery year the flu of whatever kind has been treated round here with herbals,homeopathic treatments,colloidal silver and native plants. We have all recovered in less time than those who chose what has become the"traditional" way. Earlier this year we successfully treated the swineflu within the family, with no deaths and no hospitalizations.The herbs used were elderberries, elderflowers,mullein,hyssop,licorice root,ginger,olive leaf,echinacea,and horehound.
topix.net Sunday, October 18, 2009Treating Fibromyalgia the Natural WayNutritional Deficiencies Can Cause You Pain Americans are finding it harder and harder to maintain good health in today's fast paced society. Between work, family, community activities and extra curricular activities, we are stressed out and becoming more and more at risk for health problems. One such problem that is becoming more common is fibromyalgia, which is a
disease characterized by mild to intense muscular and joint pain that often moves from one location to another throughout the body. The cause of the pain is due to toxic waste products released into the blood stream produced by yeast and other bacteria, which have overgrown in the intestines. Other related afflictions include myomyalgia, which affects only the muscles and polymyalgia, a more severe case of fibromyalgia- sufferers are incapacitated with pain and often bedridden.
topix.net Sunday, October 18, 2009Vitamin D For Heart HealthOlder adults with low levels of vitamin D may be at an increased risk of dying from heart
disease, according to a new study. Looking at data on 3,408 adults...
about.com Sunday, October 18, 2009Relaxing Essential Oil BlendHow to make a relaxing, fragrant essential oil blend. This essential oil blend can be added to massage oil or added to an aromatherapy diffuser to scent a room.
About Sunday, October 18, 2009Eye Strain RemedyIf you spend your day looking at the computer screen, these eye exercises may help with eyestrain.
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