Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) has been used as a medicinal herb for thousands of years in India, China and Indonesia. Its ability to heal wounds, improve mental clarity, and treat skin conditions such as leprosy and psoriasis were important reasons for its extensive use in these countries. In Ayurveda, Gotu kola herb is one of […]
Is Your Water Contaminated?
Almost since the introduction of pesticides, scientists have been detecting them in drinking water and implicating them in health problems. A new concern has arisen, that being the presence of drugs in water supplies. According to a 2008 investigation by the Associated Press, an array of pharmaceutical drugs, including antibiotics, anti-convulsants, mood stabilizers and sex […]
Using Yoga to Reduce Stress
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 […]