Scientific Wellness Blog

Posted on Tue, 3 Oct 17

Enzymes relieve digestive symptoms

A special type of digestive enzyme supplement could help people with irritable bowel syndrome tolerate prebiotic fiber rich foods, suggests a new clinical study.

Posted on Tue, 3 Oct 17

Herbal medicine for polycystic ovary syndrome

Adding herbal medicine to lifestyle changes could improve treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome.

Posted on Tue, 3 Oct 17

Theanine for major depression

The first clinical trial of theanine for depression suggests it can help relieve symptoms such as anxiety, sleep disturbance and cognitive impairments.

Posted on Tue, 19 Sep 17

B vitamins linked to better cognitive health

Higher intake of B vitamins through young adulthood improves cognitive function in midlife, adding to evidence that B vitamins are crucial for protecting against cognitive decline.

Posted on Tue, 19 Sep 17

Ashwagandha for subclinical hypothyroidism

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) has been used to treat thyroid dysfunction for many years and a new clinical trial in people with subclinical hypothyroid supports this use.

Posted on Tue, 19 Sep 17

Olive leaf lowers blood pressure

A clinical trial supports previous evidence that olive leaf extract may be an effective natural way to lower high blood pressure.