Iona Walton
Powder from nopal cactus does not reduce osteoporosis says small study
The nopal cactus is high in levels of antioxidants and people take it for a variety of health-related reasons. New research in the Journal of Food Medicine suggests that women looking to improve their bone health should look elsewhere, however. Continue reading
High blood pressure linked to cartilage degeneration in study
Higher diastolic blood pressure levels (the bottom number) are associated with higher markers of cartilage matrix degeneration in a study in Skeletal Radiology. Continue reading
Check folate levels after research shows they are associated with heart issues
Folate levels are under the spotlight now that research has shown that when low, risk of heart disease death is increased. Continue reading
Curcumin can reduce inflammatory responses in psoriatic disease
Curcumin, a compound found in the spice, turmeric, which is part of the ginger family, has long been used in traditional medicine for a variety of health issues. Continue reading
Tech news: app may help reduce osteoarthritis pain
A new mobile phone app may improve some symptoms for people with arthritis, says research published in PLOS ONE. Continue reading
