Alternative Health

Ginkgo Biloba Protects Brain from Stroke Reported October 13, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Ginkgo biloba has long been used as a natural brain booster. Now, researchers say it may also protect against brain damage after a stroke. In a recent study, scientists gave rodents a100 milligrams per kilogram oral dose of the extract for one week, and then … [Read more...]

Five Foods to Fight Disease Reported February 19, 2008 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Millions of Americans are diagnosed with heart disease, osteoporosis, and osteoarthritis. But a few changes in your diet could prevent or even reverse some of the damage. At 67, Ina Jeffery knows she's at risk for osteoporosis. "I am aware, quite … [Read more...]

Beauty Foods Reported February 14, 2008 LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- People will go to great lengths to look more beautiful. But that quest can be expensive and painful. The key to beautiful skin could be in your next meal. We pick … pluck … and apply. But the real beauty secret may not be what you put on your face … but … [Read more...]

Crossing the Border: The Price of Looking Good Reported February 07, 2008 LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Almost two million people went under the knife to look better last year. But as medical costs skyrocket in the United States, men and women are now heading overseas to get their tummies tucked, eyes lifted and fat sucked … [Read more...]

Supplements Slow Weight Gain Reported April 6, 2005 SEATTLE (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- The dreaded middle-aged pounds have a new enemy ... Well, four to be exact. New research shows some common supplements can keep that weight from building up as you get older.   Dawn Jones reaches for a balance between mind and body … [Read more...]

The Safest Choice of Laser Hair Removal Reported October 23, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Over the past decade, laser hair removal has become a hot commodity. Some doctors even offer treatment using a combination of lasers; but a new study shows the safest and most effective way to remove hair is with a single laser. First introduced in 1996, laser … [Read more...]

Using a Fan Helps Prevent SIDS Reported October 08, 2008 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Most parents would do all they can to protect their baby from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). New research reveals one more measure they can take to keep their baby safe while sleeping. Results of a new study show having a fan on in the room where an … [Read more...]

Obese Feel Social Discrimination Reported June 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – When obese people hear they need to exercise and eat a healthier diet, it may be doing more harm than good. Researchers from Australia say obese people feel “a culture of blame” against them, which they say has grown worse with media reports about the health risks of obesity. … [Read more...]

Matching Organ Donors Reported March 11, 2008 BOSTON, Mass. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Two strangers matched up on the internet, but it wasn't for love. It was to save a life. Every day, 17 people in the United States die waiting for an organ donation. Now, those who need a transplant are turning to the internet to find a donor. Jenny Warden was … [Read more...]

A pain-free alternative to the flu shotReported November 06, 2007 Like it or not, flu season is here. The Centers for Disease Control just issued its first report for this flu season. Seven states are reporting cases. Nevada hasn't reported any cases so far, but California has. A new study may prompt your pediatrician to offer a different way to protect your child from … [Read more...]

Hope for Chronic Pain Reported August 15, 2005 ROCKVILLE, Utah (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Thousands of Americans are out of work and permanently disabled because of chronic pain. Usually these patients are treated with heavy doses of medication, however, a new program combines the best of several therapies to pack a serious punch. Today, Myrna Soderquist makes sure every … [Read more...]

Hidden Dangers in Magic Bottles Reported November 11, 2008 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- With age comes wrinkles -- and for most women, battling them is a natural response. Some think they’ve found their “magic in a bottle,” but research shows there may be no such thing. Tiffani Hamilton, M.D., from the Dermatology and Vein Institute in … [Read more...]

Ginger Settles Stomach for Chemotherapy Patients Reported May 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – People undergoing chemotherapy often receive drugs aimed at keeping them from vomiting after the treatments. But the nausea associated with chemotherapy can still linger, making people miserable for days. New research out of the James P. Wilmot Cancer Center in … [Read more...]

Special exercises help with neck pain January 07, 2008 COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- A Danish study on women with neck pain says specific strength training led to prolonged relief of neck muscle pain, compared to general fitness training. Gisela Sjogaard and Lars L. Andersen of the National Research Center for the Working Environment in … [Read more...]

Vitamin E Reduces Inflammation: Key to Reducing Heart Disease, Stroke and Other Health Problems 1/31/2005 (HealthNewsDigest.com)...NEW YORK, January 27, 2005 - Vitamin E plays a significant role in both reducing inflammation and cleansing the body of damaging free … [Read more...]

Supplement Safety Reported March 14, 2005 PORTLAND, Ore. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- More than half of us take dietary supplements, but polls show we are misinformed about how they are regulated. The FDA does not approve supplements or require warning labels about possible side effects. Here is some expert advice on how … [Read more...]

Therapists can Find Deep Meaning in Laughs Reported October 15, 2004 (Ivanhoe Newswire)-- A new study shows a laugh signifies more than humor and ridicule, at least when used in therapy. Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston have found the first physiological evidence of the role of laughter during psychotherapy.Carl Marci, … [Read more...]

Video Games in the OR Reported July 11, 2008 PHOENIX (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The latest wave of video game technology is doing much more than keeping teenagers entertained … it's preparing doctors for the operating room. Ivanhoe explains how the Nintendo Wii is working wonders for surgeons. Jeff Henke, M.D., a surgical resident at Banner Good Samaritan … [Read more...]

Surgery Can Reduce Migraine Symptoms Wed Jan 12 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Surgical removal of trigger points on the face and head can significantly reduce the frequency and severity of migraine headaches, and in some cases totally eliminate them, investigators report. … [Read more...]

Psychiatric problems plague one of four Norwegians Norway seems to be offering living proof that money can't buy happiness. The country often is referred to as among the world's wealthiest, and the best place to live, but a new study indicates that 25 percent of the adult population … [Read more...]

Marijuana-like Drug Fights Alzheimer’s Reported November 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study makes the case for an illegal drug by showcasing its potential protective effects against Alzheimer’s disease. New research suggests a legal drug similar to tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the main psychoactive substance in marijuana, may help prevent or delay … [Read more...]

Exercise Can Prevent Breast Cancer In Some Women Reported November 03, 2008 Los Angeles - Breast cancer is one of a woman’s worst fears. Many women go through having breast cancer only to have it again. However, studies show that exercise can prevent not only a relapse of breast cancer but any occurrence at all. The American Cancer Society and the American Institute for … [Read more...]

Ramdev breathes new life into ancient yog prescription Reported January 06, 2009 Whatever might be said of yog master Swami Ramdev Ji, one cannot accuse him of being dull. Clad in orange robes, his early morning television show pulls in 20 million viewers in India alone, with the usual video and summer camp spinoffs, as well as things like yoga … [Read more...]

A common herbal extract, available in health food stores, could greatly reduce urinary tract infections (UTIs) and could potentially improve the ability of antibiotics to kill E. coli bacteria, the source of 90 percent of infections in the bladder. Forskolin, an extract from the Indian Coleus plant, is an herb known to rev up certain cellular activity. Researchers suggest … [Read more...]

Fighting Disease with Food Reported June 17, 2008 BALTIMORE, M.D. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The saying, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away,” has been ingrained in our minds since childhood, but is there any truth to the age old adage? Experts say sometimes food actually is the best medicine, and can even fight off deadly disease. Virtually every disease … [Read more...]

Beating the Odds: Prayer (Part 3 of 3)   Reported February 10, 2006 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Research shows more than half of Americans pray for their health. But the age-old debate over religion and science rages on in the medical world. Should we be spending money on clinical trials that … [Read more...]

Taping Injuries Reported August 20, 2009 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- There's a new type of tape in town. Volleyball player Kerri Walsh sported it at the Olympics. In his new book, champion cyclist Lance Armstrong swears by it. But Kinesio tape isn't just for professional athletes. The elastic woven material is also helping patients in … [Read more...]

Spending time in the sun may help prevent multiple sclerosis (MS), according to the results of a recent twin study. Because they share the same genes, experts say identical twins stand an equal chance of contracting certain diseases like multiple sclerosis. But what happens when one twin contracts MS and the other does not? This question drove researchers at the University … [Read more...]

Thyroid Problems Common in CKD Patients Reported June 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) may be at risk for hypothyroidism and problems that come with it. Subclinical hypothyroidism takes place when blood tests reveal a reduction in thyroid hormone levels, but the patient shows no symptoms of the problem. Researchers … [Read more...]

Vitamin B12 Good for Older Brains Reported September 15, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Senior citizens interested in hanging on to their brain power may want to increase the amount of meat, fish and milk in their diets. According to researchers from the United Kingdom, eating these and other foods rich in vitamin B12 protect against the loss of brain volume … [Read more...]