Young Adults News

Iron Adequacy Vital for Healthy Brain Development

01/21/2012
A fascinating new study shows the importance of iron during teenage years to facilitate the formation of high quality brain structure a decade later. These findings are of significant importance to public health, as they… more >

Low Fiber Sets Teens On the Path of Metabolic Disease

11/27/2011
A new study analyzing the diets of American teens has shown that low fiber intake is the key factor associated with the development of the metabolic syndrome (expanding waistline, high blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood… more >

Soda Consumption Linked to Violence in Teens

10/29/2011
Is it the chicken or the egg? Is regular soda consumption a reflection of the lifestyle and economic circumstances of the more violent segments of our teenagers or is the soda part of the violence problem? These are the questions… more >

Snacking is Damaging Health; Michelle Obama is Off Target

03/02/2010
A study published Monday in the journal Health Affairs paints a picture of children who can’t stop eating. They are addicted to junk food snacks and they just can’t seem to stop. They are getting larger… more >

Top 10 Health Stories of 2009

12/25/2009
2009 was a busy year as gene-related exploration tools opened up a treasure trove of new discoveries. We’ve learned why some of the obvious good health habits, like getting enough sleep and exercise are more important… more >

Aerobic Fitness Makes Teens Smarter

12/11/2009
A Swedish study evaluating the fitness and IQ of 1.2 million 18 year olds found that those who had better aerobic fitness between the ages of 15-18 had significantly higher IQ at age 18 – and were more likely to go… more >

ADHD Linked to Early Life Instability & Sleep Problems

12/08/2009
A new Canadian study analyzes the sleep habits from children age 1.5 to 5 years looking for an association between sleep problems and the development of ADHD. The study confirms something I have been pointing out for a number… more >

Common Phthalate Exposure Linked to ADHD

12/08/2009
Phthalates are commonly added to plastics to increase their flexibility and transparency. The are common in the average household and can readily leach into food. Virtually all Americans are exposed to phthalates as demonstrated… more >

Young People at Risk for Severe H1N1 Swine Flu

10/18/2009
Health officials sounded alarm bells over the weekend as it has become clear that the H1N1 swine flu can attack the lower lungs causing viral pneumonia. Deterioration can be unusually rapid, starting at only 3-5 days into… more >

Teen Abuse of ADHD Drugs – A Life-Threatening Problem

08/25/2009
Question: When is a street drug of choice not a street drug? Answer: When it can also be sold by Big Pharma. ADHD drugs bind to cocaine- and amphetamine-regulated transcript (CART) receptors in the brain, the same receptors… more >

Leptin & Weight Loss News


Green Tea as a Potent Weight Loss Nutrient
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
The scientific community now widely accepts that green tea is a powerful tool to improve metabolism in a way that is supportive…

Fiber, Fish Oil & Exercise Boost Adiponectin
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Adiponectin, like leptin, is a hormone secreted from your white adipose tissue. It is a powerful hormone that regulates insulin…
Nuts Benefit Metabolism, Mood & Cognitive Function
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Overweight Children Need 4000 IU Vitamin D Per Day
Friday, November 11, 2011
Q10 Reduces Free Radical Damage from Exercise
Wednesday, November 02, 2011
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Immune Support


Maitake Mushroom as a Natural Immune Booster
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Maitake mushroom (Grifola frondosa) is widely regarded in traditional folk medicine as a potent immune food. Scientists have…

Quercetin as Anti-Flu Support
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Here is a question for you. What do grapevine leaves do when they come under attack from a viral infection? Answer: Make…
Bovine Colostrum Boosts Immunity Against the Flu
Monday, November 21, 2011
Quercetin Calms Down Eye Problems Associated with Hyperthyroid
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
N-acetylcysteine (NAC) Improves Immunity Against the Flu
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
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