Dementia Linked to Air Pollution

People continuously exposed to air pollution are at increased risk of dementia, especially if they also suffer from cardiovascular diseases, reports a new study. Read More »

Mental Relief: Mindfulness Training May Reduce Paranoia

Researchers have found that just one week of practicing mindfulness—moment-to-moment awareness—reduces feelings of paranoia. Read More »

Pest Alarm: Sentinel Trees Give Advance Warning

Countries around the world are growing “sentinel trees” in strategic locations to receive advance warnings of destructive pests that could destroy native plantings. Read More »

Generating Electricity from Rain

A high voltage can be generated from raindrops using a field-effect, transistor-style structure, reports a new study. Read More »

Maintain a Healthy Gut to Sidestep Colorectal Cancer

A study finds that genetic mutations linked to colorectal cancer can be caused by common gut bacteria carried by about one out of five people. Read More »

Green Up Cities to Reduce Violent Crime

Green spaces in cities such as parks, community gardens and tree-lined streets lower the rate of violent crimes, make communities safer and keep people healthier. Read More »

Try Chinese Herbs for Ulcerative Colitis

When combined with standard Western pharmaceuticals, Gegen Quinlian decoction, a Traditional Chinese Medicine herbal mix, proves effective in treating ulcerative colitis. Read More »

Consume Olive Oil to Fight Off Aging

Research finds that the fat in olive oil increases the life span of cells, supporting the idea that a Mediterranean Diet can prevent age-related diseases. Read More »

Eat a Plant-Based Diet to Lessen Stroke Risk

People that eat a plant-based, vegetarian diet rich in nuts, vegetables and soy may have a lower risk of stroke than others with diets that include meat and fish. Read More »

Decrease Bone Fractures with Natto

Natto, a fermented soybean dish of Japan, supports bone health in postmenopausal women by providing protection from fractures. Read More »

North Texas Plant-Based Nutrition Leaders Sound Off

Nutrition professionals have the education and experience to advise clients on many aspects of general health and disease prevention in particular. Read More »

Essential Components for improving Immune Function

The key to fighting any foreign invasion of virus or bacteria in the body is a healthy and robust immune system. Read More »