(Joe Martino) The way Measles is discussed in today’s world, you’d think it was similar to the black plague. We tout vaccinations for saving millions of people’s lives when it comes to the measles, and it’s likely if you were born after the measles vaccine came into the picture, you might assume the measles commonly killed […]
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Why Every Diabetic Should Eat More Cinnamon
(Ralph Flores) Diabetes is a condition that affects over 400 million people around the world. That’s already a major problem; however, its prevalence is still rising, especially in middle- and low-income countries. If the disease is left unchecked, the World Health Organization estimates that by 2030, it will be the seventh leading cause of death worldwide. Interestingly enough, most scientists are now turning their attention to traditional medicine, which have long offered treatments for diabetes and other chronic conditions. One such study, led by a team from National Taiwan University, suggests using indigenous cinnamon(Cinnamomum osmophloeum) to treat hyperglycemia, the defining characteristic of diabetes.
Tulsi (Holy Basil) May be the Ultimate Adaptogen for Everyday Use
(RJ Jhonson) Tulsi or holy basil has been held in the highest regard in Ayurvedic medicine because of its healing capabilities. Today, it is being recognized for its ability to address chronic stress and its effects, as well as its potential anti-cancer properties.
Stress: It’s Not in Your Head, it’s in Your Nervous System
(Melody Walford) Have you ever been told when you’re stressed to stop worrying and just relax? That it’s all in your head? It would be nice if it were that simple. But it’s not.
Cannabis and PTSD: What Does the Clinical Research Say?
(Helena) The psychological effects of trauma and violence have long been known, and in the mid 20th century the symptoms were defined as post traumatic stress disorder.
C60 Carbon Introduction — Sorting Fact from Hype
C60 Carbon Introduction — Sorting Fact from Hype
A Guide to Knowing How Much Water You Should Be Drinking Every Day
(Michelle Simmons) How much water should you be drinking every day? The amount of water every person needs depends on several factors: weight, age, and activity level. Here is a guide to calculate how much water you should be drinking every day based on your own needs. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com)
5 Health Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup
(Dr. Edward F. Group) Since the late 1980s, High Fructose Corn Syrup has replaced regular table sugar, honey, and similar sweeteners in much of our food supply. However a number of studies conducted over the past few decades indicate consumption of HFCS is connected with a range of health concerns, suggesting that prolonged consumption of HFCS, like other genetically modified products, may be bad for your health.
‘Holy Grail’ Of Experiments Discover Some Amazing Things About The Unique Way The Human Brain Works
(Corbin Black) Scientific investigators at MIT’s McGovern Institute conducted what Mark Harnett called his “Holy Grail” of experiments using live human brain tissue. While scientists have long been able to study the neurons of rodents, they finally were able to compare them with live human brain cells and analyze what makes them different. As it turns out, they discovered a tiny but incredibly important difference that could turn each human brain cell into a tiny mini-computer compared to in rodents or other mammals.
7 Signs to End a Friendship Even With Your Best Friend — Toxic Relationship Traits
7 Signs to End a Friendship Even With Your Best Friend — Toxic Relationship Traits
Scientists Submit Fake Sociology Papers, Which Were Published as Real, to Prove Science is Broken
Do dogs suffer “oppression based upon (perceived) gender”? Can observing human-canine interactions help us disrupt “hegemonic masculinities”? Clearly, there’s a dearth of scholarly research on this subject. That’s probably why the journal Gender, Place, and Culture was so excited to publish an academic paper titled, “Human reactions to rape culture and queer performativity at urban dog parks in Portland, Oregon” — to make an important contribution to the literature.
CBD Bombshell: Cannabis Approved by the FDA for Treatment of Brain and Spinal Cord Glioma Cancer Tumors
(S.D. Wells) This is huge. The FDA just granted orphan drug designation (ODD) to Insys Therapeutics for its pharmaceutical-grade, proprietary cannabidiol (CBD) product for treating cancer tumors in humans.
Mind Masters: Tibetan Yogis Have Upgraded Their Brains Through Meditation – Daily Grail
(Greg) In 1992, neuroscientist Richard Davidson traveled with a team of scientists into the Himalayan mountains, lugging hundreds of pounds of computers, EEG electrodes, and other modern lab equipment. Their mission: to study the uncanny ability of Tibetan yogis to control their minds.
Brain’s Connection to Immune System Discovered: New Study Identifies Lymphatic Vessels on the Brain
(Rhonda Johansson) “We literally watched people’s brains drain fluid into these vessels,” said Daniel S. Reich, senior investigator at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), as he was asked to explain the latest findings of his long-sought research. Dr. Reich and his team were understandably nervous but proud of their work as they published their new study, which is the first to empirically validate the presence of lymphatic vessels in the brain — an assumption that was first noted in 1816 but was disregarded by the medical community until now.
Multiple Studies Confirm That Astaxanthin Destroys Cancer Cells
(Isabelle Z.) As cancer continues to grow in prevalence, people are increasingly looking for ways to prevent the disease and scientists are researching new treatment methods. While pharmaceutical companies continue to pour billions of dollars into developing synthetic drugs that won’t necessarily cure people but will certainly grow their bottom line, other scientists are taking a closer look at the benefits to be gleaned from the compounds provided to us by nature.