Organic Farming Supports Greater Species Biodiversity
Research from Oxford University has determined that organic farms support at least 50% more species of pollinators and 34% more species in general.
Category: Health
Loving Kindness Meditation Improves Vagal Tone, Depression, PTSD
New research finds that loving-kindness meditation increases vagal tone and heart rate variability, decreases stress and increases lifespan. Discover loving-kindness meditation.
ADHD in Children Linked to Mother’s Pesticide Exposure
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder has now been linked to mothers’ pesticide exposures. Pesticide exposures are also linked to other cognitive and behavioral problems.
Rosemary Boosts Memory and Fights Alzheimer’s
Rosemary has been used in traditional medicines for thousands of years. New research finds it boosts memory and concentration and may prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Switch to Brown Rice Reduces Weight, Inflammation
New research reveals that switching from white rice to brown rice is not just more nutritious: It can also help reduce weight and inflammation.
Can a Water Filter Remove Ethylene Dibromide?
The Kirtland Air Force Base’s ethylene dibromide (EDB) fuel spill is continuing to threaten Albuquerque’s future drinking water. Can a personal water filter remove EDB from the water?
Tooth Loss Linked to Cognitive Decline
Tooth loss or tooth extraction has been linked to periodontal disease in many cases. Recent findings are now linking tooth loss to cognitive decline. Find out why.
Organic Milk Contains Better Fats
Organic milk is not just about fewer pesticides, hormones and antibiotics. New research confirms that organic milk has significantly more and better fats. Organic milk fats are compared with fish.
Research: Plant Lectins Block Cancer Growth
Agglutinating lectins occur throughout nature and they protect plants from invaders. New research finds they also can help protect us from cancer.
Diets High in Potassium Reduce Stroke Risk
Increasing research is confirming that diets naturally high in potassium decrease the risk of having a stroke. Foods naturally high in potassium are listed.
Thyme Oil Beats Ibuprofen for Menses Pain
NSAIDs like ibuprofen and others relieve pain by inhibiting COX-2. Now we find Thyme oil not only inhibits COX-2, but beats out ibuprofen in relieving painful menstruation.
Hawaii Legislature Approves North Shore Oahu Conservation Plan
On May 1, 2014, the Hawaiʻi State Legislature passed a bill that authorized the State to invest $40 million to support the perpetual conservation of 665 acres of coastal lands on the North Shore of Oʻahu from Kawela Bay to Kahuku Point.
Why Adult Daytime Naps Increase Risk of Death
A new study has found naps increase the risk of early death. Why? Here is the real reason daytime napping increases the risk of dying.
Licorice Root Fights MERS and SARS Infections
Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS) fatalities are higher and researchers are scrambling for antiviral treatments. Meanwhile, research proves licorice is an effective antiviral against SARS, a similar coronavirus.
