 How the American Medical Association Got RichBy Dana Ullman, May 8 2008
History reveals that the AMA was dictatorially led for the first half of the twentieth century by George H. Simmons, MD (1852-1937) and his protégé, Morris Fishbein, MD (1889-1976). Simmons and Fishbein both served as general manager of the organization and as editor of its journal, the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). While these two leaders provided substantial benefit to the organization and to medical doctors, their methods of doing so have been severely criticized, with some...
 The Benefits and Challenges of Detoxification by Dr. Mark Hyman MD By Kevin Gianni, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) This interview is an excerpt from Kevin Gianni's The Healthiest Year of Your Life Program which can be found at (http://www.thehealthiestyearofyourlife.com) . In this excerpt, Dr. Mark Hyman, M.D. shares more on helping patients using the Functional Medicine Model and the challenges and benefits of detoxification.
The Healthiest Year of Your Life Excerpt with Dr. Mark Hyman, M.D., a best-selling author, respected medical consultant and a leader in the field of functional medicine...
 Quercetin Found to Prevent Cardiovascular DiseaseBy David Gutierrez, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) Quercetin appears to provide protection against cardiovascular disease even though the body breaks it down before it enters the blood, according to a new study conducted by researchers at the Institute of Food Research and published in the journal "Atheroscleroisis."
While many studies have linked quercetin - a flavonoid that naturally occurs in onions, apples, tea and wine - to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, they have usually tested the chemical's direct effects on cells...
 Orthomolecular Doctors Urge U.S. Government to Raise Nutritional RDAs to Optimum LevelsBy David Gutierrez, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) The Independent Vitamin Safety Review Panel has urged world governments to raise the recommended daily intakes of a variety of key nutrients, saying that the current levels are too low.
"Government-sponsored nutrient recommendations ... are not keeping pace with recent progress in nutrition research," the panel said. "While current official recommendations for vitamin A, iron, calcium, and some other nutrients are generally adequate, the public has been asked to consume far too little...
 Control Candida in Two WeeksBy Kal Sellers, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) The need for this article is both current and long-standing. The current Candida diets are unhealthy, lengthy, unwise and simply not all that effective. On the other hand, there is no reason that Candida cannot be totally controlled in a few days to two weeks for most cases -- a few cases may take longer than that.
At the roots of the Candida problem are several issues, few of which are ever addressed in a way that shows any understanding of nature and her laws.
Before we address...
 Listening to Music Accelerates Recovery From a Stroke By Michael Cambray, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) Researchers say regular music sessions, whether classical, jazz or pop, create a pronounced acceleration in the recovery effect from patients suffering debilitating strokes.
Studies by neuroscientist Teppo Sarkamo at the Cognitive Brain Research Unit, Department of Psychology, Helsinki University in Finland reported recently that after a stroke the verbal memory of patients was boosted by 60 percent in regular music listeners, 29 percent in non-listeners and 18 percent in audio book...
 Chemicals in Plastic Shown to Cause Reproductive and Neurological DisordersBy Jo Hartley, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) Our children's brains and reproductive organs may be having their development harmed by an estrogen-like chemical that is present in plastic according to a federal health agency report. BPA is an ingredient in polycarbonate plastic. BPA is also one of the most widely used synthetic chemicals today. It has been shown to seep from hard plastic beverage containers (such as baby bottles) and even from liners in cans that contain food and infant formula.
The National Toxicology Program...
 Big Pharma: The Greed That Is Killing Innocent PeopleBy Christopher Gussa, May 8 2008
(NaturalNews) Well, here I go with one of my opinions!
To say at this point that I am fed up with Big Pharma's ludicrous control over innocent people's lives leading them to a certain early death and robbed of a decent lifestyle and happiness that we all hold on to dearly (as the very rights that were endowed to us by our creator) would be the understatement of the century. The way I see it, at worst its murder and at best it is involuntary manslaughter!
Why and from what spirit does this carefully...
 Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps Sues Estee Lauder and Others Over "Organic Cheater" LabelingBy Mike Adams, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) Following the Organic Consumers Association's revelations that so-called "organic" or "natural" product brands were actually made with toxic chemicals such as 1,4-dioxane, Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps has sued numerous companies in the industry that it accuses of using misleading labeling to deceive consumers. The lawsuit is meant to encourage the named companies (see list below) to either reformulate their products to eliminate the petrochemical materials, or to change their labeling...
 Vitamin D Cuts Risk of Colon Cancer Death by 72 PercentBy David Gutierrez, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) People with higher levels of vitamin D in their bodies are 72 percent less likely to die from colorectal cancer, according to a new study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Colorectal cancer kills approximately 50,000 people in the United States per year.
Researchers tracked the health status of 16,818 people in a nationwide government health survey. Participants joined between the years of 1988 and 1994 and were followed until the year 2000. Their blood was...
 USDA Renews Approval of 46 Non-Organic Ingredients in "Organic" FoodsBy David Gutierrez, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has renewed its approval for 46 non-organically produced substances to be used in foods and beverages that are labeled "organic." At the same time, the agency withdrew its approval for a type of food coloring and a food additive.
Under the Organic Foods Production Act, the USDA's National Organic Standards Board is required to renew approval every five years for any non-organic ingredients that are allowed into organic foods.
The products...
 Your Guide to Essential Vitamins and MineralsBy Dr S. Tamer, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) The word "Vitamin" is composed of two parts: "vital" which means essential and "amine" because it was previously thought that this compound was amine in its nature. Multivitamins are a mixture of vitamins and minerals which are essential for the body to work and stay healthy.
We sometimes try multivitamin supplements without knowing what kind of vitamins and minerals we need to take, and the functions of every element and how it affects our body. This will be covered in this article...
 Morgellons: Biotechnology Gone Awry or Simple Psychosis?By Mel Possehl, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) There’s a feeling of bugs crawling under your skin, day and night; continuously haunting you. Sharp stings from what feels like bees constantly torment you, keeping you awake for days on end. Intense burning and itching from these unseen forces invade your life, robbing you of your everyday activities, causing fear and agony as the time wears on, with no end in sight. To top it all off, to your horror you discover that strange red, blue, black, white, and translucent fibers are literally...
 New Studies Find Calcium and Vitamin D May Prevent Colon CancerBy Sherry Baker, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) Specific vitamins and minerals in the diet appear to prevent the development of colon cancer. However, too much iron may cause malignancies to grow. Emory University scientists recently announced these findings, based on biological markers that influence colon cancer risk, at the American Association for Cancer Research meeting in San Diego.
Earlier studies have suggested that calcium and vitamin D reduce colon cancer risk and the new Emory data may explain why. In a clinical study...
 Minnesota Bans Mercury in CosmeticsBy Jo Hartley, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) Minnesota is the first in the nation to ban intentionally-added mercury in cosmetic products. Minnesota will now have a more stringent standard than the federal government. The federal government currently allows a small amount of mercury as a preservative in eye makeup.
The implications of this new law have already been felt on a national level, however. Many leading cosmetics companies are now being forced to adapt their formulations in order to comply with Minnesota’s requirements...
Food Compounds That Kill Test Tube Cancer Cells AnalyzedBy Leslee Dru Browning, May 7 2008
(NaturalNews) Strawberries, grapes, blueberries and some familiar seasonings like rosemary contain compounds that can -- in test tubes -- kill cells of a childhood cancer. Nutrition-focused research by molecular biologist Susan J. Zunino of the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Western Human Nutrition Research Center (WHNRC), Davis, California, may reveal exactly how the powerful plant chemicals fight the disease known as acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
Zunino's current studies build upon her 2006...
 Astaxanthin: The Little-Known Miracle Nutrient for Inflammation, Anti-Aging, Athletic Endurance and MoreBy Mike Adams, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) Every once in a very great while, I discover a natural medicine so astonishing that I feel compelled to share it with you. The verb "discover" is actually not to my credit, by the way; Mother Nature created this natural medicine eons ago, and it's been present in trace amounts in aquatic ecosystems for over a billion years. In this article, I'm going to reveal the name of this natural medicine, what health benefits it provides to us, and how to get some right now. But first, before...
 Statin Drugs Found to Cause Liver DamageBy David Gutierrez, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) Evidence is growing that the statins used to treat high cholesterol may cause liver damage in high doses. A new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology examined the results of 23 large clinical trials of statins for patterns of liver damage, measured by an increased concentration of the enzymes released when liver cells die.
The researchers found that high-dose statins caused 2.4 times as many cases of liver damage as low-dose statins, or 271 cases per...
 Nutrasweet - A Look at the History of Deception Behind Its Marketing (Part 2)By Jo Hartley, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) In December of 1965, while James Schlatter, a chemist for G.D. Searle & Company, was working on an anti-ulcer drug candidate he accidentally discovered aspartame. He was recrystallizing aspartame from ethanol when the mixture spilled onto the outside of the flask he was using. Some of the powder landed on his fingers. Schlatter discovered the sweet taste of aspartame when he absent-mindedly licked his finger later. He realized that the sweet taste must have been the aspartame.
G.D...
 Green Tea Shown to Reduce Risk of Ovarian and Colorectal CancersBy Barbara L. Minton, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) Green tea has rapidly entered the American market as a claimed cure and preventative for almost everything that ails mankind. It seems too good to be true, but now we are finding out that it is true. Recent studies reveal green tea's benefits as an antioxidant, promoter of glucose tolerance, protector of the liver and detoxification system, and benefactor of the cardiovascular system. Two recent studies show that green tea is also a powerful agent in the prevention and cure of cancers...
 Edible Plastic Wrap for Food Kills Bacteria While It Flavors Your BurgerBy Cathy Sherman, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) The Japanese started it with candy wrappers you could eat. Many readers may remember being fascinated by eating the wrappers containing Asian candy, even with Mom’s permission! For almost ten years, vegetarians have happily consumed medications and food supplements in vegetarian capsules. Now, food science chemists are on their way to making available a wrap for meats that can be eaten.
The demand for non-animal based capsules on the part of vegetarians prompted companies such as...
 Second Largest US Physicians Group Endorses Medical MarijuanaBy Adam Miller, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) Transcending political controversy and stigma surrounding the subject, the second largest physician group in the country has endorsed the use, reclassification, and further study of medicinal marijuana. In a position paper issued February 14th, the American College of Physicians (ACP) makes the case that the red tape surrounding the medical use of cannabis is obscuring good science and stifling research.
Several states including California have opened the door for legal use of medical...
 A Plan for Living a Long and Healthy Life (Part 2)By Tony Isaacs, May 6 2008
(NaturalNews) In part one of "A Plan for Living a Long and Healthy Life" we concluded with the good news that it is never too early or too late to begin living a healthy lifestyle, regaining lost youth and energy and adding many healthier and more enjoyable years to your life.
Yes, the good news is that it is not too late -- no matter what your age may be. People in their 40’s, 50’s, and 60’s can change their diet and lifestyle and undo most of the damage that a lifetime of neglect has caused....
 What's in Your Multiple Vitamin? Detecting Real Quality. Part 1 – MineralsBy Byron Richards, May 5 2008
Junky vitamins are often passed off as quality, and many times are endorsed by a physician or celebrity. There are many tricks that low quality supplement companies use to hide their poor quality, spending more money on marketing than on what is under the hood.
As a leading nutritional expert and owner of a dietary supplement company (Wellness Resources) I am often asked to explain the subject of quality. Because so much is out of view of the consumer, including the details of the raw materials...
 What's in Your Multiple Vitamin? Detecting Real Quality, Part 2 – VitaminsBy Byron Richards, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) Multiple vitamins are taken by at least 50% of American adults and 25% of teenagers. It is common knowledge that our food supply is lacking key nutrients that support health. Yet, the quality of multiple vitamins varies dramatically as the majority of the dietary supplement industry falls into the "fast food" category. Junk vitamins, like junk food, should be avoided. Educate yourself and know the difference.
In Part 1 of this two part article I explained how you can look at...
 "Superberry" Aronia Extract to be Available to ConsumersBy David Gutierrez, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) Kaden Biochemicals has introduced an extract of the aronia berry, and is marketing the product as high in valuable antioxidants. Aronia, also known as black chokeberry, is a berry native to eastern North America. It has a long history of use as a food and medicinal plant by native peoples, and has been cultivated in Russia as a traditional medicine for allergies and blood pressure since the beginning of the 20th century. The berry's flavor is notable for being both sweet and sour, with...
 Have a Spring Fling: Clean, De-Clutter and Organize Your SpaceBy Lana Redle, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) It’s that time of year. The time when everyone gets the urge to clean out the closets, sweep the floors, wash the windows, de-clutter the drawers and organize the garage. When the days get warm and the sun starts shining on a consistent basis, something in the make-up of humanity typically calls for order. The warm, spring sunlight starts creeping in the windows and we can suddenly see all of the dust motes staked out in the corners and under the couch. The piles of clutter in our living...
 Whole Grains Consumption Cuts Heart Failure Risk in Men by 29 PercentBy David Gutierrez, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) Eating whole grain cereal for breakfast every day can reduce a man's risk of heart disease by 29 percent, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine. The Physicians Health Study I surveyed 21,000 U.S. doctors on their diets and health status over the course of 19 years. In this time, 1,018 of the doctors developed heart failure, which occurs when the heart no longer pumps blood effectively.
The researchers found that men who ate breakfast cereal seven times...
 In Danger of Having a Heart Attack? Speed Recovery Before It HappensBy Glen Gordon MD, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) A perfect example of designed trauma, surgery will be redefined by energy medicine if used wisely before the incision is made. Few surgeons know of this advance even though designed electromagnetic pulsed therapy (DEPTH) devices are FDA approved in plastic surgery to diminish pain and swelling, the tip of the iceberg for this revolutionary therapy and its ability to reduce pain and increase healing postoperatively.
DEPTH can be employed hours to several days before surgery to stimulate...
CDC Ignores Scientific Evidence in Public Health CasesBy Jo Hartley, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) In many states, citizens and scientists are accusing the CDC’s Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) of failing to make the connection between public health problems and industrial sources of pollution -- even in the face of scientific evidence.
National coverage of the toxic trailers housing situation in New Orleans and also the suppression of a study on environmental hazards in the Great Lakes has put attention on the agency. There are many groups across the nation...
 Oleander Induces Cell Death in Pancreatic Cancer - Part 4 of the Oleander SeriesBy Tony Isaacs, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) In a study published recently in peer reviewed journals, an aqueous extract of the oleander plant was found to induce and increase autophagy in pancreatic cancer cells. Autophagy is a process in which a cell destroys proteins and other substances in its cytoplasm (the fluid inside the cell membrane but outside the nucleus), which may lead to cell death, as happened in the study with pancreatic cancer cells. The study was led by noted MD Anderson researcher Doctor Robert Newman, the lead...
 Gluten-Free Vegan Diet May Protect Arthritis Patients From Heart AttackBy Leslee Dru Browning, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients who eat a gluten-free vegan diet could be better protected against heart attacks and stroke. RA is a major risk factor for these cardiovascular diseases, but a gluten-free vegan diet was shown to lower cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and oxidized LDL (OxLDL), as well as raise the levels of natural antibodies against the damaging compounds in the body that cause symptoms of the chronic inflammatory disease rheumatoid arthritis, such as phosphorylcholine...
 Is It Your Stomach or Is It Your Pancreas That's Causing Pain?By Leigh Erin Connealy, M.D., May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) While your Pancreas may not be something that you think about very often, it might just be time to take notice of this vitally important organ. Becoming in tune with the voice of your body can help you maintain good health and alert you to potential health concerns. The more knowledge that you have about your body, the easier it becomes to recognize those symptoms that something may not be right. By listening to the warning signs of your pancreas, you could potentially avoid developing...
 Holistic Nutrition and Detoxification Information From ShazzieBy Kevin Gianni, May 5 2008
(NaturalNews) This interview is an excerpt from Kevin Gianni's Raw Summit Teleseminar program which can be found at (http://www.rawsummitarchives.com) . In this excerpt, Shazzie, a raw foodist from the United Kingdom, shares her thoughts on holistic detoxification.
Raw Summit Excerpt with Shazzie, a raw chocolate revolutionary, author and entrepreneur and mother.
Kevin: We’re talking with author and entrepreneur, Shazzie. Shazzie is a raw foodist from the U.K. Some of your work involves holistic...
 MRSA Superbug Invades Public Schools as Conventional Medicine Ignores Natural CuresBy Mike Adams, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) Schools in at least eight states have reported confirmed cases of students being infected with the "superbug" known as methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) following the death of a 17-year old Virginia student late last year, and the deaths of a New Hampshire preschooler and an 11-year-old from Mississippi a week earlier. MRSA, it seems, is taking hold in the U.S. population.
In addition to the cases in those states, schools in North Carolina, West Virginia and Connecticut...
 U.S. Slow to Take Action on Phthalates, Bisphenol-A Chemicals in PlasticsBy David Gutierrez, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) Despite mounting evidence of severe health risks from two hormone-disrupting chemicals widely used in plastics, the U.S. government has been slow to regulate the substances.
Phthalates, used to soften plastic and make it flexible, are utilized in products ranging from medical devices (including tubing, catheters and intravenous bags) to car interiors and baby products like toys and teethers. Bisphenol A, which makes plastic hard, translucent and shatter-resistant, is used in bottled...
 Walgreens Mistakenly Replaced Prenatal Vitamins with Chemotherapy Drugs, Lawsuit AllegesBy David Gutierrez, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) A couple from St. Louis has filed a wrongful death and medical malpractice lawsuit against Walgreen Co. after Chanda Givens had her prescription for prenatal vitamins filled instead with a chemotherapy drug that caused her to miscarry.
Givens became pregnant in February and was given a prescription for prenatal vitamins under the brand name Materna in early March. According to the lawsuit, her prescription was instead filled with Matulane, a chemotherapy drug used to treat Hodgkin's...
 The Holistic First Aid Kit: What to Include and Their Common UsesBy Mel Possehl, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) We all keep band-aids around the house, and many even have a first aid kit. Some of us may even find it if we clean out our closets! However, first aid kits can go way beyond the standard triple antibiotic and outdated sprays that we can never seem to find when we need.
Here are some of the more common natural ingredients you can stock in your first aid kit, along with their uses. Please note that this encompasses a mix of alternative medicines. Just as alternative medicine is complementary...
 Bile Duct Congestion Can Lead to Intestinal Diseases and Liver Disorders By Andreas Moritz, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) The small intestine is continuous with the stomach at the pyloric sphincter and has a length of 16–19 feet. It leads into the large intestine, which is about 3.5–5 feet long. The small intestine secretes intestinal juice to complete the digestion of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. It also absorbs nutrient materials necessary for nourishing and maintaining the body and protects it against infection by microbes that have survived the antimicrobial action of hydrochloric acid in the...
 Deadly Animal Virus May Soon Come to U.S. MainlandBy Barbara L. Minton, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) The nation’s food supply may soon be under significant threat as the result of a Bush administration decision to move its research on one of the most contagious animal diseases from an isolated island laboratory to the U.S. mainland, placing it near herds of livestock.
According to an April 11th Associated Press article by Larry Margasak, concerns about a catastrophic outbreak of hoof and mouth disease have prompted Congressional Democrats to demand internal documents they believe...
 Study Links Parkinson's Disease With Chemical ExposureBy Jo Hartley, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) Scientists have now discovered additional evidence of a connection between Parkinson's disease and long-term exposure to pesticides. Parkinson’s disease strikes movements like walking, talking and writing. Symptoms of the disease first tend to appear in patients over 50. These symptoms may include tremors and muscle rigidity.
Approximately 50,000 Americans are diagnosed with Parkinson's disease every year. More than half a million Americans may be affected at any one time but this...
 An Apple Peel a Day Could Keep Cancer at BayBy Leslee Dru Browning, May 2 2008
(NaturalNews) An apple peel a day might help keep cancer at bay, according to Rui Hai Liu, Cornell associate professor of food science, who has identified a dozen compounds -- triterpenoids -- in apple peel that either inhibit or kill cancer cells in laboratory cultures. Three of the compounds have not previously been described in the literature.
"We found that several compounds have potent anti-proliferative activities against human liver, colon and breast cancer cells and may be partially responsible...
 Heparin Contamination Fiasco Reveals Dirty Secret of Drug Industry: Their Pills are Made in China!By Mike Adams, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) Remember a couple of years ago how the FDA warned Americans not to buy prescription drugs from Canada because they might be "contaminated by terrorists?" I'm not making that up: That was the official announcement of an FDA spokesperson, and it was part of their fear strategy for enforcing a monopoly on U.S. consumers so that Big Pharma could continue engaging in rampant price fixing.
The implication in that warning is that drugs purchased in the United States are therefore safer...
 Pfizer's Cholesterol Drug Boosts Death Rate by 58 PercentBy David Gutierrez, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) Patients who take the cholesterol drug torcetrapid, intended to increase levels of HDL ("good") cholesterol and lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels, have a 58 percent higher risk of death than similar patients who do not take the drug, according to a study led by researchers at the Heart Research Institute in Sydney and published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Researchers studied 15,067 participants, all considered to be at high risk of cardiovascular disease. All the patients...
 Scientists Synthesize "Super" Curcumin Molecules to Fight CancerBy David Gutierrez, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) Japanese researchers have synthesized two artificial versions of a chemical found in curry that is known to help fight cancer, according to a report published in the journal "Molecular Cancer Therapies."
Curcumin, the ingredient that makes turmeric (and thus curry) yellow, has long been known to provide potent anti-cancer benefits. The chemical has been found to suppress genes that promote the cell growth that can lead to cancer and to help induce programmed cell death in cases of...
 Olive Extract Protects Against Neurodegenerative DisordersBy David Gutierrez, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) An extract derived from olives may provide protection against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, according to a study published in the "Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry."
Researchers examined the effect of an antioxidant chemical known as hydroxytyrosol, which has previously been shown to be connected to the health benefits of olive oil, such as LDL ("bad") cholesterol reduction and cancer prevention.
In one test, the researchers added oxidative stressors to...
 A Pomegranate a Day Keeps the Doctor AwayBy Cathy Sherman, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) Recent studies on a very old fruit are confirming what the ancients believed about the pomegranate. Also known as rimmon, its Hebrew name, the pomegranate has long been prized for its benefits to heart health. We now know it also can be helpful in treating diabetes, dementia, cancer and menopausal problems, and it can even prevent sunburn.
Known by Bible readers as a decoration on the Temple Priests’ robes and as a metaphor for beauty in poetic writings, this unique fruit was also...
 FDA Report Exposes Troubles at Merck Vaccine PlantBy Joanne Waldron, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) A new FDA report, obtained and brought to the attention of the public by Karl Stark of the Philadelphia Inquirer and available to anyone via the federal Freedom of Information Action Act (FOIA), reveals that a Merck vaccine plant located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania was cited for 49 items, including failure to follow good manufacturing practices and some contaminated vaccines for children. Merck, the maker of the very controversial Gardasil vaccine, has been in the news quite...
 A Ton of Bitter Melon Produces Sweet Results for DiabetesBy Leslee Dru Browning, May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) Scientists have uncovered the therapeutic properties of bitter melon, a vegetable and traditional Chinese medicine, that make it a powerful treatment for Type 2 diabetes.
Teams from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research and the Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica pulped roughly a ton of fresh bitter melon and extracted four very promising bioactive components. These four compounds all appear to activate the enzyme AMPK, a protein well known for regulating fuel metabolism and enabling...
 A Silent Intruder – Do You Have Kidney Disease?By Leigh Erin Connealy, M.D., May 1 2008
(NaturalNews) High blood pressure and diabetes are the top two causes of kidney disease, a disease that can be deadly if not caught in its early stages. According to the National Kidney Foundation approximately 20 million Americans (1 in 9 adults) have the disease and another 20 million are at risk for it. Kidney disease is often a silent intruder and most don’t know that they have it until the disease has progressed to a life-threatening stage. In 2005 researchers reported that nearly half of the...
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