Mar
29
2010
Researchers at the International Oceanic Association of Aquatics and Marine Life, has made a groundbreaking discovery; topical application of omega-3 rich fish oils causes dormant hair follicles to reinvigorate, producing lush locks, in some cases within days.
Because inflamed hair follicles are a contributing factor in many kinds of hair loss, substances such as fish [...]
Mar
19
2010
Extracts of black cohosh may halt the growth of breast cancer cells, according to a new study conducted by the French company Naturex and published in the journal "Phytomedicine." The study was funded by the National Institutes of Health and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.
In experiments with human breast cancer cells, [...]
Mar
14
2010
Eating fruit, such as pomegranates that contain anti-aromatase phytochemicals reduces the incidence of hormone-dependent breast cancer, according to results of a study published in the January issue of Cancer Prevention Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Other researchers not associated with the study told the journal that the results are promising, [...]
Mar
07
2010
New hope may be on the horizon for those suffering the aches and pains of rheumatoid arthritis.
Several studies show GLA is an effective treatment for reducing inflammation, joint stiffness, swelling, and overall discomfort in rheumatoid arthritis patients with few side effects.
What is Gamma-linolenic acid?
Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) is an omega-6 fatty acid that is found mostly [...]