A new study from the Queensland Institute of Medical Research (QIMR) has found that the major component of clove oil may be a promising lead as a new topical treatment for scabies. Dr Cielo Pasay said that plant essential oils have long been studied for their effects against mites, ticks, lice and mosquitoes. “Essential oils… Continue reading
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HPV vacciness helps against the genital warts
A new study published by the BMJ (British Medical Journal) shows that vaccination against some types of human papillomavirus (HPV) can give strong and sustained protection against pre-cancerous growths of the cervix and genital warts. The quadrivalent HPV vaccine can help prevent low grade lesions due to HPV and prevent warts, according to an international… Continue reading
Some cells are not so helpful as they say
Current research suggests that T helper-type 1 (Th1) cells, previously thought to mediate autoimmunity, may actual inhibit the development of experimental immune encephalomyelitis (EAE), a mouse model of multiple sclerosis (MS), by suppressing Th17 cells. The related report by Wildbaum et al, “Antigen-specific CD25-Foxp3-IFN-γ high CD4+ T cells restrain the development of experimental allergic encephalomyelitis… Continue reading
Healthy inspiratory muscle helps to better sport performances
An Indiana University study found that strengthening inspiratory muscles by performing daily breathing exercises for six weeks significantly reduced the amount of oxygen these same breathing muscles required during exercise, possibly making more oxygen available for other muscles. Louise Turner, a researcher in the Department of Kinesiology, said just the act of breathing during an… Continue reading
Help from East – Thai Chi for manage of diabetes type 2
New research indicates that the Chinese martial art Tai Chi can be helpful as a natural remedy in managing type 2 diabetes, improving blood glucose levels and immunity. People with type 2 diabetes often seek out natural diabetes treatments, some with great improvement and others with less impressive effect. The latest studies in natural cures… Continue reading
Raising of your children, may cause lowered blood pressure
They turn Dad’s hair gray, but children can now take partial credit for the health of Mom’s heart. A new Brigham Young University study found that parenthood is associated with lower blood pressure, particularly so among women. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, a BYU psychologist who studies relationships and health, reports her findings Jan. 14 in the peer-reviewed… Continue reading