Rethinking CPR: Are Chest Compressions More Effective Than CPR?

According to a recent study by the Resuscitation Research Group at the University of Arizona’s Sarver Heart Center, the chances of surviving an acute cardiac episode increase dramatically when first responders commence chest compressions alone, rather than the more conventional cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) technique involving mouth-to-mouth breathing. The Sarver research team, together with experts from [...]

The Beauty of Probiotics

Studies on probiotics have been continuing for years, and both sides of the fence have various points of interest to reference when trying to prove the benefits or negative side effects. Most scientific evidence suggests that probiotics offer significant health benefits, with most doctors agreeing that taking some form of probiotic as a supplement will [...]

What to Know Before Trying a New Health Supplement or Meal Replacement

As with herbal therapies, nutritional supplements are unregulated by the FDA.  Lack of regulation does not mean, however, that supplements are not beneficial or safe to use.  Courtesy of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA), the manufacturers bear the burden of ensuring the safety of dietary supplements, not the FDA. In [...]

The Benefits of Vitamin Supplements

Most individuals can potentially obtain a sufficient supply of most vitamins through their normal diet as long as it is balanced, varied and comprised of unprocessed, organic foods. A healthy diet should include a minimum of five servings of organic fruits and vegetables daily along with the proper intake of proteins and essential fatty acids. [...]

Acid Reflux – Why Acid-Reducing Medications Exacerbate it

Medication Overuse Syndrome New research is showing that patients who rely upon protein pump inhibitor medications to relieve symptoms of acid reflux will ultimately only increase their symptoms in the long term. Acid reflux is a complex medical problem that requires a complex, multi-level solution. The promise of a quick fix with protein pump inhibitor [...]

Folic Acid – Are You Overdosing?

More is Not Better Folic acid may be in such abundance in the modern person’s diet that many risk folic acid overdose, even pregnant women. Lack of folic acid can cause anemia common to pregnancy and some other types of anemia. It is also thought to be an antioxidant, or cancer-preventer, because folate is a [...]

Smoking Speeds up the Aging Process

More Reasons to Quit Smoking Smokers not only often look older than non-smokers; their bodies are aging faster as well. This is the finding of several medical studies focusing upon the physical effects of tobacco smoke on the human body. It is commonly known that smoking contributes to heart disease and lung cancer, but some [...]

Medical Research Agrees: Men and Women – At Least Their Bodies – Are From Different Planets!

Jury Still Out on Mental Differences The differences between men and women are not simply fodder for stand-up comedians, but a matter of serious concern for the health care industry. The male and female bodies have different nutritional needs, have different reactions to medications and are prone to different illnesses. In a world of skyrocketing [...]

How Much Iron Do We Need? At What Levels Does Iron Become Toxic?

Recommended Daily Allowance There is no one single daily recommended allowance of iron for everyone at all stages of their lives. Because of this fact, many consumers may think that they should take the same amount of iron that they have always taken or take the same amount as a friend or relative. This may [...]