Miscarriage and the Gluten-Free Diet
Recurrent Miscarriage and the Gluten-Free Diet This study examined the relationship between recurrent miscarriage and the gluten-free diet. Could the presence of gluten in the diet contribute to the risk of miscarriage? The results suggest that women having recurrent miscarriages or intrauterine growth retardation could have sub clinical coeliac disease, which can be detected by […]
Antioxidants and Sperm
Antioxidant Supplementation Improves DNA Fragmentation in Men What’s the relationship between antioxidants and sperm? Sperm DNA fragmentation (a common male infertility factor which can be tested for), is known to compromise male fertility. This study was conducted to find out if the pathologically increased incidence of DNA fragmentation in ejaculated sperm could be reduced by […]
Iodine Deficiency in Kids
Intellectual Potential of Iodine-Deficient Children What are the potential effects of iodine deficiency in kids? Children with severe iodine deficiency are known have reduced IQ levels. However, there is little information on the cognitive effects of mild iodine deficiency in kids. 184 mildly iodine deficient New Zealand school children aged 10–13 years were examined for […]
Pregnancy Massage Research
Pregnancy massage reduces prematurity, low birth weight and postpartum depression. Pregnant women diagnosed with major depression were given 12 weeks of twice-per-week pregnancy massage therapy by their significant other, or only standard treatment as a control group. The massage therapy group women versus the control group women not only had reduced depression by the end […]
Acupuncture and Migraines
Acupuncture and Migraines A landmark British study (2004) set out to examine the relationship between acupuncture and migraines. Can this gentle remedy bring relief to migraine sufferers? In the study, 401 patients with chronic headache, predominantly migraine, were randomly allocated to two groups: Results They discovered significant differences in physical functioning, energy, and changes in health. […]
Meditation, Stress & Mood
Meditation Improves Mood & Decreases Stress According to Study Preliminary evidence suggests that even brief instruction in a simple meditation technique can improve negative mood and perceived stress in healthy adults, which can yield long-term health benefits. The frequency of practice does affect outcome, meaning the longer you can practice and the more consistently, the […]
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Mastitis Research: Probiotics Vs Antibiotics
Probiotics More Effective Than Antibiotics in Treatment of Mastitis In this important mastitis research, probiotics were investigated as a possible treatment for this painful condition. Many new mothers are affected by mastitis (a common condition in which breast tissue becomes inflamed) that can threaten their capacity to continue breastfeeding, and certainly threatens their enjoyment of […]
Insomnia
Anybody who has suffered insomnia will tell you how endlessly frustrating and exhausting it can be. To have night after night of restless agitation, and day after day of foggy fatigue. Sleep is one of your most important assets, and with out it, you can feel mad, depressed, irritable and far less functional in your […]