Research on Black Seed, Mental Health and Dementia Prevention
Black seed is a common Middle Eastern spice with a long history of medicinal use. Recent research suggests potential use for mental health conditions.
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December 1, 2023
Stomach Ulcers, Mental Health and Treating Helicobacter pylori
While standard treatment often involves three or even four medications, a number of natural treatments appear to hold promise for treating the bacterium that causes stomach ulcers: Helicobacter pylori.
November 24, 2023
Are Stomach Ulcers and Mental Health Related?
Research suggests that the main cause of stomach ulcers, infection with Helicobacter pylori in the stomach, can affect mental health.
November 19, 2023
Honokiol: Mental Health, Anti-inflammatory and Antimicrobial Potential
Honokiol, a compound found in magnolia tree bark, appears to hold promise for treating mental health conditions, inflammation and as an antifungal.
November 4, 2023
Grapefruit Seed Extract: Concerns Over the Safety of a Common Supplement
Grapefruit seed extract is a popular "natural antimicrobial" often touted for it's ability to fight infections. However, numerous studies appear to indicate that the antimicrobial effects are due to chemical contaminants.
October 27, 2023
Vitamin D and Mental Health
Vitamin D has long been known to play a role in bone health. More recently, evidence is starting to show that it may be a significant factor in the treatment of mental health.
October 19, 2023
Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy for Pain Relief
Pulsed-electromagnetic field therapy or PEMF appears to show promise for treating a number of different conditions, including pain. However, it is difficult to draw firm conclusions as the different devices and treatment parameters make PEMF difficult to study.
October 15, 2023
Elderberry for Treating Colds and Flu
Elderberry has a long history of medicinal use, including for the treatment of colds and flu. Most of the latest clinical research appears to support the benefits of elderberry in reducing the durations and severity of illness.
October 6, 2023
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) Treatment
Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, or SIBO, can be a difficult condition to treat. The latest research suggests efficacy for both standard and integrative approaches.
September 28, 2023
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO): Can It Be Effectively Diagnosed?
SIBO is a somewhat controversial medical condition. Current diagnostic methods to effectively identify SIBO have serious drawbacks, adding to the concerns.
September 22, 2023
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Depression
Depression is often a challenging condition to treat. Fortunately, newer, non-medication-based treatments appear to hold promise for reducing symptoms.
September 15, 2023
Cat’s Claw
Cat's claw is an herb from Central and South America that appears to have potential for treating inflammatory conditions like arthritis and autoimmune conditions.
September 9, 2023
Far-Infrared Radiation Therapy
Far-infrared radiation is a type of heat that can penetrate deeper into the body. Preliminary research suggests it may have a number of health benefits.
September 3, 2023
Magnetized Water: An Update
Exposing water to a magnetic field changes the properties of water. Some of the latest research suggests a specific strength of magnet may maximize the health benefits of "magnetized water."
August 27, 2023
Is Low Progesterone the Cause of PMS?
Numerous sources across the internet describe low progesterone as a cause of menstrual cycle symptoms and PMS. However, this doesn't appear to be true.
August 17, 2023
Natural Approaches to Boost Testosterone
Low testosterone is a common problem in men. While testosterone replacement can raise levels, it can have concerning side effects. Of interest, a number of natural approaches have been shown to raise testosterone levels.
August 12, 2023
Green Tea Extract and Liver Failure
While drinking green tea is quite safe, green tea extracts have been associated with a surprising number of cases of liver toxicity and liver failure.
August 4, 2023
Bacopa monnieri: An Herbal Medicine to Support Brain Health
Bacopa monnieri or brahmi, is an ayruvedic herb with a long history of use for supporting the brain. Recent clinical trials appear to support its historical uses.
July 28, 2023
Is Intranasal Ketamine Safe and Effective for the Treatment of Depression?
Intranasal ketamine has been approved for the treatment of depression. Current levels of evidence still raise concerns about its safety and efficacy.
July 22, 2023
Air Pollution As a Cause of Dementia
Recent research has started to suggest that air pollution may be a significant risk factor in the development of dementia.
July 15, 2023