Why do we give gifts at Christmas? It’s hard to imagine Christmas without thinking about giving gifts. This is the time of the year when most of us take the opportunity to express endearment to our loved ones by giving them presents wrapped in beautiful boxes. A lot of people spend inordinate amounts of money, time and effort looking for the perfect st
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A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine suggests that most people gain an extra pound during the holidays and never lose it. For those of you who have high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and all others who have health problems, there could be serious consequences of overeating this holiday season. The good thing is – ther
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Researchers in the US found high levels of two markers of systemic inflammation in the blood samples of people with intermittent explosive disorder – a psychiatric illness characterised by impulsivity, hostility and recurrent aggressive outburst. The study, which was published this month in the JAMA Psychiatry journal, is the first to show a direct re
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A groundbreaking study suggests that allowing a beneficial type of bacteria to thrive in the gut could help improve autism symptoms. These new findings support the growing idea that gut microbes do have an impact to brain function. It is also the first research to show that probiotics may be capable of reversing autism-like behaviours. A growing body of res
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Christmas is the season to be ‘jolly’. But in reality, it doesn’t always happen. In fact, Christmas is rated as one of the most stressful events of the year. Those family reunions can spark old conflicts, whilst the preparation (cooking and shopping) can be a nightmare. The good news is – there are several ways to make this special
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Even those who already ‘have it all’ go through a wide range of challenges and difficulties in life which result to anger, frustration, disappointments, and the like. It is not even realistic to think that we all can avoid negative experiences or should not have them at all. But despite the hardships they encounter, happy individuals seem to get
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For the first time, scientists have discovered a link between anxiety and stroke. The findings suggest that chronically anxious people are 33 per cent more likely to suffer from stroke. For the study, researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine reviewed the data of 6,000 people aged 25 to 74 who were enrolled in the first U.S. National
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A tomato-rich diet may help lower the risk of breast cancer in women who are already at risk of the disease, according to a small study. The findings revealed that tomatoes could boost levels of a hormone that plays an important role in sugar and fat metabolism, leading to a reduced risk of breast cancer. Researchers at Rutgers University studied the effect
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11 days to go and its 2014! But before we say hello to another year, let’s take a look at some of natural health stories and news that have gotten buzz this year. We hope that we are able to help you achieve good health by bringing you informative articles on health and well-being. Enjoy reading! 10 Major Health Benefits of Chocolates If you’
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In most cases, before we find out about our health issues, our body first sends signals – subtle warning signs that indicate there’s something wrong. But too often, we ignore these signs until they have become so obvious. And when we found out about it, it’s already too late. A large body of scientific evidence suggests that many health pr
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