Archive for the ‘Lungs’ Category

The Liquid Food Cure for Better Lungs

Monday, April 9th, 2012

The Liquid Food Cure for Better LungsAn abundance of evidence from the past 20 years makes it clear that red wine, in moderation, could be considered a liquid food cure. The main factors responsible are the phytonutrients (plant-based compounds) that are floating invisibly within red wine. Long noted for empowering the heart, a new study has found that red wine could improve lung function as well.

Researchers from the Netherlands assessed the impact of wine on … Read More

Creatine and Muscle Weakness

Thursday, October 27th, 2011

Since the 1990s, creatine has been a popular supplement used mainly to increase exercise performance. In our body, creatine is made from three amino acids: arginine, glycerine and methionine. And it’s made in three places: the kidneys, liver and pancreas. About one to two grams are made each day. We also get another gram or so from an average day’s intake of meat and fish.

Around 95% of the creatine … Read More

A Supplement That Strengthens Your Heart and Lungs

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

One of the natural supplements gaining popularity over the past 20 years is creatine. It is known best for its use to boost athletic performance. But, as I describe here, it could be far more valuable for people with major heart and lung disease.

Congestive heart failure (CHF) and chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD) are common diseases in the U.S. A symptom of both is shortness of breath when … Read More

This Vitamin Helps Promote Healthy Lungs

Thursday, October 20th, 2011

Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. It helps to keep bones and teeth healthy and keeps your muscles strong. Recent research has also pointed to vitamin D’s role in boosting the immune system. In the latest health news, researchers at the University of California have discovered another health breakthrough about vitamin D: it plays a critical role in your body’s ability to fight off infections. And not … Read More

Something to Think About Before a Bike Ride

Wednesday, October 19th, 2011

Riding a bike to work or to do errands is a great way to get around town. Exercise is good for both your body and mind. However, in bigger cities where pollution and smog are an issue, cyclists may be exposing themselves to too much pollution. This health e-letter covers health news from a recent study performed at the London School of Medicine.

The British researchers found that urban … Read More