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By Neenah Payne Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Note: Natural Blaze does not receive commissions from sales related to any products or services mentioned in…
Michigan State University physicians have found that , if taken for at least three years, could help cancer patients live longer. The findings suggest that the vitamin carries significant benefits other than just contributing to healthy bones and were presented at the American Society of…
Scripps Research analyzed pharmacy insurance claims from over 35 million Americans, finding ‘continual, marked, annual increases’ of popular brand-name drugs, with price jumps often timed with competitors. After reviewing tens of millions of insurance claims for the country’s 49 most popular brand-name prescription drugs, a…
Study is first state-wide investigation of cannabis use among older Americans and the outcomes they experience Cannabis use among older adults is growing faster than any other age group but many report barriers to getting medical marijuana, a lack of communication with their doctors and…
A University of Colorado Cancer Center study presented at the American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting 2019 shows that while 73 percent of surveyed oncology providers believe that medical marijuana provides benefits for cancer patients, only 46 percent are comfortable recommending it. Major…
Kratom is a Southeast Asian tree with a long history of use in traditional medicine. In the region, the plant’s leaves are widely consumed for pain relief, treatment of opioid addiction and other uses. Though its efficacy and safety are unproven, kratom use has spread…
Manuka honey alone outperforms antibiotics in treating respiratory infections. Combined with antibiotics, Manuka honey killed 90% of the bacteria tested Manuka honey could provide the key to a breakthrough treatment for cystic fibrosis patients following preliminary work by experts at Swansea University. Dr Rowena Jenkins…
Confederate field hospitals turned to traditional remedies under Union blockade During the height of the Civil War, the Confederate Surgeon General commissioned a guide to traditional plant remedies of the South, as battlefield physicians faced high rates of infections among the wounded and shortages of…
Mount Sinai study finds CBD is effective at treating opioid addiction by reducing cravings and anxiety without harmful side effects Cannabidiol (CBD) reduced cue-induced craving and anxiety in individuals with a history of heroin abuse, suggesting a potential role for it in helping to break…
By Jacqueline Mitchell Your mother was right; broccoli is good for you. Long associated with decreased risk of cancer, broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables – the family of plants that also includes cauliflower, cabbage, collard greens, Brussels sprouts and kale – contain a molecule that…
By Johns Hopkins In a series of recently published studies using animals and people, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have further characterized a set of chemical imbalances in the brains of people with schizophrenia related to the chemical glutamate. And they figured out how…
By Yasmin Anwar Today’s hipster creatives and entrepreneurs are hardly the first generation to partake of ayahuasca, according to archaeologists who have discovered traces of the powerfully hallucinogenic potion in a 1,000-year-old leather bundle buried in a cave in the Bolivian Andes. Led by University…
By Neenah Payne Note: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment provided by a qualified healthcare provider. Note: Natural Blaze does not receive commissions from sales related to any products or services mentioned in…
By Arjun Walia In Brief The Facts: A new study has found that healing intention and energy can be stored and used to treat breast cancer cells in vitro. It’s one of many examples of mind-matter interaction, and mind-body connection. Reflect On: Why are these…
By Sophie York Williams Eight out of 10 marijuana users in states where cannabis is legal say they partake in the drug shortly before or after exercise, and most report that it motivates them to work out, helps them enjoy exercise more and improves their…
By Amanda Froelich Did you know? When you exercise, endorphins are released into your bloodstream. The “feel-good” hormones can elevate your mood, which is why many people regularly exercise. However, a new study found that exercising also produces another hormone, one that may improve memory…
For most people, drinking is an occasional social habit that doesn’t have any negative effects on their health or wellbeing. Enjoyed responsibly, a glass of red wine or a pint of beer are not dangerous and, in some circumstances, they can even be beneficial. However,…
By Daisy Luther Gastrointestinal upsets are truly miserable, whether they’re caused by shigellosis, food poisoning, or another virus. One common cause is Shigellosis, a bacterial infection also known as “Montezuma’s revenge” or “traveler’s diarrhea.” It usually affects people visiting Third World destinations and is caused by drinking…
By Anna Hunt Turmeric is a wonderful spice and a favorite in Indian cuisine. Yet, it’s not part of most culinary cultures. Thus, many of us don’t eat very much of it, regardless of how many studies prove that turmeric is good for your health….
Does your diet cause depression and anxiety? Surprisingly, many researchers and scientists are finding a strong connection between the foods we eat and depression. While it isn’t yet as straightforward, in terms of findings, there is concrete evidence that nutritional deficiencies from a poor diet…
