Vitamin C Offers Powerful Protection Against Cold and Flu Research supports the use of vitamin C during a common cold to reduce the duration of symptoms. Typically, the higher the dose you take the better the results during a cold. However, there are limitations when taking oral vitamin C, as it can cause loosen bowels. You can get […]
Super Foods Fight Killer Diseases The human body likes a challenge, and exercising, intermittent fasting and braving the elements from time to time keeps us younger because we are giving our cells a workout. The same holds true for your gut and digestive system, says Dr. Walter Willet, a professor of nutrition and epidemiology at […]
FLASH: The 1st 1,000-Year-Old Human Might Already Be Alive The world’s 1st 1,000-year-old human might already be alive, according to researcher Aubrey de Grey, and AI (artificial intelligence) firm SingularityNET CEO Ben Goertzel agrees, Inverse reported. The belief is based on an assertion AI technology can predict how drugs interact with the body and scientists will […]
Curcumin Joins an Elite Group in Clinical Trials for Cancer Prevention Turmeric, a Yellow curry spice used in Indian cuisine, has a long history of medicinal use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Ayurvedic medicine. Curcumin is one of the most well-studied bioactive ingredients in turmeric having over 150 potentially therapeutic activities, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and powerful […]
Fasting: The Way to Good Health Research from the University of Southern California has found that a 3-day fast can regenerate the entire human immune system. This remarkable and major breakthrough points to a straightforward and low-cost way to improve health and well-being. Fasting, abstaining from all or some foods or drinks for a set […]
Intermittent Fasting Promotes General Health and Longevity There is lots of research showing that fasting has a beneficial impact on longevity, and there are a number of mechanisms contributing to this effect. Normalizing insulin sensitivity is a Key one, but fasting also inhibits the mTOR pathway, which plays an important part in driving the aging […]
Stem Cells Can Restore Vision in Blind Mice Scientists say they have restored some degree of vision in blind lab mice, by activating stem cells in their eyes. The procedure is the 1st of its kind and the researchers hope it will lead to treatments for incurable eye diseases. Stem cells are primitive cells that […]
‘Sugar Crash’ the Documentary Sugar Crash” documents the story of 1 family, including a couple in their 40’s who are not overweight but admit to eating sugary treats on a regular basis ‘Sugar Crash’ the Documentary details the havoc that excess sugar consumption is causing for the people of Ireland, a country that ranks #4 […]
Fish: The Ultimate Superfood People have been eating fish since the dawn of man. It has been a staple for people in every area where fish can swim and has without a doubt been one of the foods that has kept people alive. Fish is a lean protein, with vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and numerous […]
Digital Devices May Increase Risk of Blindness Blue light from digital devices such as smartphones and tablets can trigger a process in the retina of the eye which kill cells, and might increase the risk of blindness, according to new research. Led by Dr. Ajith Karunarathne and a team of chemists at the University of Toledo, […]
‘Never Say Die’ the End of Aging “The value is in living well…not living forever.” Aubrey de Grey, 55 anni, is not an ordinary scientist. He has dedicated over a decade to prove to everyone that it is indeed possible to live for over 1,000 years while healthy, happy, and vibrant. Known for his book […]
Coffee Helps the Heart Grow Stronger Drinking 4 cups of coffee a day could help the heart grow stronger and repair itself from damage, study suggests Caffeine may boost processes which are important for repairing heart cells Experts say caffeine protects the hearts of ageing, obese and pre-diabetic mice Researchers hope their findings will improve […]
The Growing Interest, Investment in Anti-aging and Life Extension The interest and investment in anti-aging therapies is growing. The goal is not just to live longer, but to be as youthful and healthy as possible for a longer frame. Telomeres were discovered in the 1930’s. Every cell in the human body contains a nucleus, and inside […]
Spring is Here, Allergies are Too According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) allergies are the 6th leading cause of chronic illness in the US. Pollen is one of the most common allergens in America. Nearly 50-M people in the US suffer from nasal allergies and as many as 30% of adults […]
British Study: British Study: Stem Cell Transplants Restore 2 Patients’ Vision An experimental stem cell therapy restored partial vision to two patients with a common cause of blindness, British doctors reported this week. Embyronic stem cells were converted into patches of eye cells and grown in the lab. The patches were then inserted into the back of […]
Grounding, Place Your Bare Feet on the Ground… The energy from the Earth can help all of us live a healthier life The concept is known as grounding, and it is simply walking barefoot. It is super simple yet overlooked way to protect and improve human health. As cardiologist Dr. Stephen Sinatra, author of “Earthing: […]
Frequent Drinking Kills Brain Cells, Especially in Women Frequent alcohol drinking kills new cells in Key brain regions, with females being more vulnerable, a new study on mice said Thursday. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) at Galveston discovered that alcohol killed the stem cells that are responsible for creating new nerve […]
Sugar Is Responsible for Disease Facts: Refined sugar was not consumed on a daily basis until 100 years ago. Before that, it was a treat afforded by the very rich as sugar cane was a difficult crop to grow. In the past 100 years, rates of obesity, heart disease, Type 2 diabetes and numerous other chronic diseases have skyrocketed. […]
New Study: vitamin C Helps Stop Cancer from Spreading Vitamin C may be even better for you than we thought, according to new research, it may help stop Cancer from spreading. Researchers compared 7 substances: including 3 experimental medications Vitamin C, also referred to as ascorbic acid, was more potent than 1 trial drug But […]
Recall When Moderate Drinking Was Deemed Healthy? Remember when moderate drinking was once believed to be healthy for human hearts and brains? Well, a recent study, just poured cold water on that theory. According to new research published in the British Medical Journal, moderate drinking meaning the equivalent of one 5 oz glass of wine […]
Stem Cell Therapy: Repair and Regenerate Our Bodies $USRM Stem Cells 101: The primary purpose of stem cells is to maintain, heal and regenerate tissues wherever they reside in the body. This is a continuous process that occurs inside the body throughout life. If we did not have stem cells, our lifespan would be about […]
The Keys to Cancer Prevention: Diet & Detoxification Optimizing our body’s ability to burn fat as its primary fuel by eating a ketogenic diet and/or fasting is a foundational aspect of cancer prevention and treatment. Detoxification is a Key component as outlined in Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy’s book, “The Cancer Revolution: A Groundbreaking Program to […]
Anti-aging: NAD+, a Metabolite, Headed for Human Trials Medical researchers have discovered a naturally occurring compound the human body produces that can speed DNA repair, combat disease, and may turn back the clock on aging. The compound called NAD+, which is present in all cells plays a Key role in regulating protein interactions that control […]
Macao Researchers Develop Room Temperature Storage Technology for Stem Cells he University of Macao (UM) researchers developed a new way to store stem cells at room temperature for a minimum of 7 days without the loss of viability and biological activities, the university’s said in a press release Thursday. UM said its researchers from Faculty […]
Stem Cells 101, the Value Proposition The Key purpose of stem cells is to maintain, heal and regenerate tissues wherever they reside in our body. This is a continuous process that occurs inside the human body throughout its life. If we did not have stem cells, our lifespan would be about 1 hour, because there […]
Investing in Regenerative Medicine (RM) $GS, $BTX A recent report from Goldman Sachs (NYSE:GS) includes a section titled “The Coming Age of Regenerative Medicine.” An article about the report in BI is titled “Money is pouring in to a hot new area of science that could change the way we think about aging.” According to […]
Resveratrol Protects Brain Aging, Choose its Source Wisely Resveratrol acts as a potent antioxidant, is a compound found in grape skins, red wine, raspberries, pomegranates, raw cacao and dark chocolate, among other plant-based foods. It is a polyphenol designed to increase the life span of plants through disease resistance and such stressors as drastic changes […]
Stress Can Make Us Fat! You have likely figured out that stress can cause us to overeat leading to weight gain. But that is not the only reason we can pack on the pounds according to a new study. Stress triggers a hormone called Adamts1 that causes fat cells in the body to mature, say […]
Alcohol Increases the Risk of Cancer, It Begins in Your Mouth About 33% of Americans are obese, incurring an estimated annual medical cost of $147-B, that according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Notably in Y 2014 there was no State in the natio with a prevalence of obesity less than […]
Understanding Cancer, Some Clues The common denominator of all types of cancer is that they are able to hide from the immune system. This is cancer’s Achilles’ Heel, and it is this weakness (clue) that could finally lead us to the cure according to some experts. Below are some of the clues that immune scientists […]
Richest Live 14.6 Yrs Longer, the Gap Is Widening I recently ran across a Stanford University study that analyzed 1.4-B US federal tax returns along with Social Security mortality data to determine the relationship of income to life expectancy. Here are the Key findings. 1st, higher income is associated with greater longevity. Among men, the […]