Articles by Shari Barbanel
Study: 100 g of Cranberries a Day Improves Cardiovascular Health in Men
A new clinical trial found daily consumption of cranberries for one month improved cardiovascular function in healthy men. The new study, published in Food & Function, included 45 healthy men who consumed whole cranberry powder equivalent to 100 g of fresh cranberries per day (9 g powder) or a placebo for one month. Those consuming cranberry ...
New Research Highlights Power of Lifelong Exercise to Keep Muscles Healthy
Lifelong physical activity could protect against age-related loss of muscle mass and function, according to research published in The Journal of Physiology. Individuals aged 68 and above who were physically active throughout their life have healthier aging muscle that has superior function and is more resistant to fatigue compared to inactive individuals, both young and old. This ...
Construction Scheduled to Begin on New Home For Andrew Weil Center For Integrative Medicine
The University of Arizona and UArizona Health Sciences has announced the completion of a $23 million fundraising effort to build a new home for the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine (AWCIM), part of the College of Medicine – Tucson. The 30,000-square-foot facility will be located on the UArizona Health Sciences campus at 1231 N. Cherry Ave. Construction is ...
Physical Activity May Protect Your Brain As You Age
We all know we should exercise and eat healthy. But doing that isn’t just good for maintaining your figure as you age. New research from the University of Georgia shows that physical activity could help protect your cognitive abilities as you age. And it doesn’t have to be intense exercise to make an impact. “This finding ...
Meta-analysis Reports New Findings on How Many Daily Steps Needed For Longevity Benefit
A meta-analysis of 15 studies involving nearly 50,000 people from four continents offers new insights into identifying the amount of daily walking steps that will optimally improve adults’ health and longevity—and whether the number of steps is different for people of different ages. The analysis represents an effort to develop an evidence-based public health message ...
Obesity May Lead to a Decline in Lung Function in Premenopausal and Postmenopausal Women
Obesity has been linked to a wide array of health problems. A new study suggests that abdominal obesity as measured by body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference, may result in a greater risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. Study results are published online in Menopause, the journal of The North American ...
Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, Earth Medicines
Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz is a curandera (traditional healer), author, indigenous foods activist and natural foods chef whose work is deeply rooted in the healing properties of all earth medicines. Her business name came to be after friends lovingly called her “the kitchen curandera,” as she was often creating healing foods and remedies in her tiny ...
Exercise Can Help Older Adults Retain Their Memories
We all know exercise is good for us, but that still leaves plenty of questions. How much exercise? Who benefits the most? And when in our lives? New research led by University of Pittsburgh (Pitt) psychologists pools data from dozens of studies to answer these questions, showing that older adults may be able to prevent ...
High-fiber Diet May Reduce Risk Of Dementia
We’re always hearing that we should eat more fiber. It’s known to be vitally important for a healthy digestive system and also has cardiovascular benefits like reduced cholesterol. Now, evidence is emerging that fiber is also important for a healthy brain. In a new study published in the journal Nutritional Neuroscience, researchers in Japan have shown ...
Farlong Pharmaceutical, Rebrands to Farlong Nutraceutical
California-based Farlong Pharmaceutical, a vertically integrated, plant-based ingredient and supplement company, has changed its’ name to Farlong Nutraceutical. Established in 1998, Farlong is a science-based and vertically integrated functional ingredient and formula provider focused on discovering, developing and providing safe, effective and unique medicinal herbs, plant extracts and formulas with its own GAP (good agricultural practice) ...
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