Adolescent Depression Needs Early Intervention
BETHESDA, Md. — Early detection of depression among adolescents is critical for early intervention and suicide prevention, according to a study. The results of the survey-study show a [...]
Extra Sleep Helps Memory in Flies with Alzheimer’s
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – It is long known that adequate sleep helps with memory, but a new study has shown that extra sleep helps the brain overcome catastrophic neurological defects that would have been [...]
Health Food Stores Selling OTC Dietary Supplements to Minors
NEW HYDE PARK, NY – Teens posing as consumers were able to purchase over-the-counter diet supplements and received advice from staff at health food stores – even though the products are clearly [...]
Crunchy Kale Quinoa Salad – A Perfect Summer Meal
Dr. Michelle Cali, ND Being a vegan, plant-based foods are my life. But you don’t have to fully commit to eliminating animal products to enjoy an amazingly healthy and delicious plant-based meal. [...]
Potassium Improves Blood Pressure in Teen Girls, Improves Blood Pressure
BOSTON — Teenage girls who consume 2400 mg or more of potassium per day suffer no adverse effects on their blood pressure after adolescence. The study was published online in April by JAMA [...]
Graduation: Time for the Return Journey
Dr. Steve Rissman, ND @StevenMRissman It’s graduation time around the country. Who doesn’t get just a little emotional upon hearing Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstance”? You know the one, “Daaa, da da [...]
Prenatal Vitamins: A Crucial Part of Your Baby’s Health
Dr. Tanya Lee, H.BSc, ND With a plethora of prenatal vitamins on the market, it’s no wonder expecting women can be overwhelmed by the vast choices they are exposed to. Not all prenatal vitamins [...]
Air Fresheners: Part One – Ingredients
Dr. Katy Nelson, ND “Pssst. . .” The sound of your neighbor eager to share a choice piece of gossip at the water cooler? No, it’s the automatic “air freshener” at your work place squirting out a [...]
Adolescent Brains Change due to Alcohol Lasts for Life
DURHAM, N.C. – Adolescents who drink alcohol are hurting their memory and learning capability – and that will last for life, according to a study from Duke University. The study was published [...]
