Yoga, developed some 5,000 years ago, is recognized as a comprehensive form of mind-body medicine. Research has shown that the physical postures and breathing exercises of yoga can improve muscle strength, flexibility, blood circulation, oxygen uptake, and hormone function. Additionally, the relaxation induced by meditation alleviates stress by stabilizing the nervous system. Science has extensively […]
Depression Linked to Abdominal Fat
Research suggests that older adults with symptoms of depression are more likely to gain abdominal fat (compared to other types of fat) over a five-year period. In light of the fact that about 10 percent to 15 percent of older adults have symptoms of depression, this could represent a serious health risk. Depression has been […]
Vitamin B12, Depression, and Aging
Research has shown that as many as 30% of patients hospitalized for depression are vitamin B12 deficient. One study of of 700 physically disabled women over the age of 65 found that vitamin B12 deficient women were twice as likely to be severely depressed as the non-deficient women. Another study of 3,884 elderly men and […]
The Brain Wash
Scientists predict that within fifteen years brain disease will kill or disable more North Americans than cancer and heart disease combined.The Brain Wash: A Powerful, All-Natural Program to Protect Your Brain Against Alzheimer’s, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a powerful, holistic health plan based on the most cutting-edge brain, nutrition, and healing research. Combining thousands of […]