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Nitric oxide is unusual. It's one of the few gases in biology that acts as a chemical messenger and as such is an important mediator in many physiological processes.

Dr. Christiane Northrup, author of The Secret Pleasures of Menopause, helps menopausal women understand that this time in a woman's life can be filled with pleasure.

One effective treatment for sinusitis is to dilate sinus blood vessels by humming. One hour a day of concentrated humming can be as effective as antibiotics.

Medical researchers at the University of Texas at Houston study traditional Chinese herbs to learn how these natural herbal supplements aid in heart disease treatment.

Nitric Oxide can be increased with supplements, diet, and exercise. Learn why a healthy lifestyle is linked with preventing stroke and heart attack.

If any nitrogen compound were to decompose and release the element into the air, the gas is so stable that it is likely to remain there almost indefinitely.

A recent study has suggested that high nitrate foods may relax blood vessel walls and lower blood pressure.

It seems impossible that such a tasty treat can benefit the human heart. But dark chocolate has friends in high places.

Fight heart disease and prevent stroke and heart attack by preventing atherosclerosis with a nutrient-dense diet.

Compared to the non-African American population, Blacks experience higher rates of hypertension and hypertensive disorders for several reasons.

In recent years, dozens of studies on infrared or laser light therapy for various medical conditions have been published around the world by different manufacturers.

The benefits of ballet, yoga, tai chi and Pilates are well known, but exactly how they work are not well understood. A new study explains the likely reasons.

Antioxidants have always been viewed as the body's health guardians. A new study shows too much can do more harm than good in the early stages of type 2 diabetes.

Numerous studies shows that phytochemicals in dark chocolate are cardioprotective. A new trial confirms those reports.

Chocolate - one of the most popular and recognizable flavours in the world and it can be a healthy addition to your diet when consumed in moderation.

Brief biography of Joseph Priestley, British experimental chemist credited for discovery of oxygen, although he is not alone in his claim.

Metformin is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs for type II diabetics. Recent research has uncovered that the medicine offers additional benefits.

A medical study to treat COPD symptoms provides hope for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. How is COPD defined. Bronchitis and emphysema relationship.

Transitional metals, specifically iron, are important in the production of free radicals.Free radical damage is not uncommon and can be detrimental to the fetus.

That blood flow affects and exacerbates atherosclerosis is well known, but the molecular mechanisms are still under investigation.

There are five major things that drive aging, according to Dr. Oz. He gave a brief description of his show and some medical lessons to the Television Critics Association.

The pancreas is a complex organ. It controls blood glucose levels, directs the liver to produce glucogon when glucose levels are low, as well as other functions.

African Americans with high blood pressure seem to respond better to some anti-hypertensive drug and drug combination therapies than to others.

Exposure to cigarette smoke appears to increase thickness of the epithelial cells lining the airways - which could explain why smokers suffer more asthma symptoms.

Pomegranate juice has been studied for its health benefits in recent years. Findings are mixed, yet many studies indicate positive results.

Aspirin modifies COX-2 in colon cancer cells and provides anti-tumorigenic effects. Modified COX-2 produces anti-inflammatory lipoxins and resolvins to block cancer.

Hawthorn is used medicinally as a cardiac muscle strengthener and artery cleaner. Its cardiovascular effects, well known in Europe, are catching on in the United States.

A multifocused approach to interstitial cystitis treatment often includes alternative remedies, lifestyle changes and vitamins or other supplements.

Aah . . . chocolate covered peanuts. Who wouldn't want some? Now, there's more reason than ever to eat these healthful legumes.

Who wouldn't want to take off 10 pounds of fat and put on eight pounds of muscle in the course of just five weeks?

Once thought to just hold fat, adipocytes (fat cells) are now known to produce hormones that play a role in crucial physiological functions.

Curcumin, found in the spice turmeric, is a potent anti-inflammatory agent that reduces physical exhaustion in mice with experimental CFS.

The consumption of fructose in the United States has increased dramatically in the last century, paralleling the rising incidence of hypertension.

A number of research studies have found that chocolate can provide cardiovascular health benefits, though some types of chocolate are more beneficial than others.

Health science study of hypertension symptoms and stress management using Siberian Ginseng. Study reveals if ginseng helps high blood pressure and vascular dementia.

Astaxanthin is the latest natural supplement found to improve eye health and visual acuity while reducing eye fatigue, dryness, weakness and irritation.

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are beginning to play a huge role in the process of aging.

New studies show that regular running delays the aging process by as many as 16 years.

Questions remain nearly 100 years since the Tunguska Event of 1908 devastated the Central Siberian forest: Was it ball lightning? Did the event trigger climate change?

The use of bio-Identical hormones, like testosterone, is becoming increasingly popular. Proponents of these hormones argue that they have many beneficial effects.

When most people think of nuts, they think of weight gain. In reality they are nutrient dense. This article will discuss some of their health benefits.

The fruit and juice of the pomegranate contain potent antioxidants that reduce inflammation and the cellular damage caused by oxidative stress.

Walnuts play an important role in how the body handles cholesterol. If you are looking at natural ways to improve cardiovascular health, eating walnuts may help.

Chaga mushroom has traditionally been used in the treatment of cancer and other serious ailments. Preliminary research shows it has many beneficial properties.

Recent research shows that CFS/ME elevates expression of inflammation genes, so that even minimal exercise can seem like a marathon.

Pistachios were once a treasured delicacy among royals. In modern times, pistachios are appreciated for their flavor and the nutritional benefits they offer.

A Hohenheim University study of land pollution in Forests and Grasslands reveals a decline in some pollutants, and lists environmental problems from the increase of NOx.

Clinical trials and anecdotal reports suggest that low doses of the opiod antagonist naltrexone offer promise to patients with a variety of different autoimmune diseases.

Essential amino acids and non-essential amino acids have diverse and often complex roles in the body, the main one being protein synthesis for many different functions.

There are many herbs that may be used to ease chronic pain and inflammation. These natural pain relievers provide relief without the side effects caused by many drugs.