The human experience is mostly about pain and suffering, but I’ve realised one can master it gradually. Yoga has been a useful tool for me in this effort, with persistence as the key factor, of course, and not losing hope. I’d started with Yoga several decades ago, but its miraculous effects weren’t obvious to me …
A recent study published in Nutrients explores the utility of lemon verbena in improving the sleep of individuals with poor sleep. Study: Dietary Supplementation with an Extract of Aloysia citrodora (Lemon verbena) Improves Sleep Quality in Healthy Subjects: A Randomized Double-Blind Controlled Study. Image Credit: Brent Hofacker / Shutterstock.com The health effects of poor sleep The …
Study links premature menopause to musculoskeletal pain and sarcopenia risks | Image Credit: © Kay Abrahams/peopleimages.com – © Kay Abrahams/peopleimages.com – stock.adobe.com. There is an association between premature menopause and risks of musculoskeletal pain and sarcopenia, according to a recent study published in Menopause, the journal of The Menopause Society. Takeaways Premature menopause is associated …
Dietary treatment is more effective than medications in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). These are the findings of a study conducted at the University of Gothenburg. With dietary adjustments, more than seven out of ten patients had significantly reduced symptoms. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common diagnosis that causes abdominal pain, gas and abdominal bloating, …
The growing interest in adopting a healthier lifestyle has been accompanied by an increased use of healthy food ingredients, which refers to naturally occurring bioactive compounds that have functions in the human body related to human health. These foods are often referred to as functional foods and are crucial for preventing disease, managing chronic conditions, …
It’s essential to remember that growth often involves stepping into the unknown, and setbacks are merely detours on the road to success. (Image: Shutterstock) These growing pains, though challenging, are integral to personal development. Transitioning into early adulthood is like embarking on a roller coaster ride through a maze of changes. It’s not just about …
In a recent article published in the journal Medicina, researchers review advancements in migraine therapy, specifically the classification of the disease and the clinical and diet intervention advancements aimed at significantly reducing the frequency, pain, and severity of attacks. They highlight progress in calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) research and the role of CGRP antagonists in …
BARCELONA, Spain — Migraine is widely considered a predominantly female disorder. Its frequency, duration, and severity tend to be higher in women, and women are also more likely than men to receive a migraine diagnosis. However, gender expectations, differences in the likelihood of self-reporting, and problems with how migraine is classified make it difficult to …
Scientists have conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to compare the effectiveness of paracetamol and ibuprofen in treating episodic tension-type headaches. The research paper is published in the journal Scientific Reports. Study: Paracetamol versus ibuprofen in treating episodic tension-type headache: a systematic review and network meta-analysis. Image Credit: Artem Furman / Shutterstock Background Tension-type headache is the …
In a recent article published in Npj Vaccines, researchers describe how vaccination with recombinant zoster vaccine (RZV) could help prevent Herpes Zoster (HZ) infection (or shingles) and support healthy aging. Study: Healthy ageing: Herpes zoster infection and the role of zoster vaccination. Image Credit: BaLL LunLa/Shutterstock.com Background Reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus (VZV) due to declining immunity causes HZ, a …