Scientific Wellness Blog

Posted on Mon, 20 Feb 12

Omega-3 relieves menstrual cramps and pain

While many women pop an anti-inflammatory drugs for menstrual pain a safer option is popping a daily fish oil capsule.

Posted on Mon, 20 Feb 12

Mild dehydration causes emotional problems

Bad mood? Struggling at work? Poor concentration? Headaches? A new study published in the Nutrition Journal suggests it may be that you are simply not drinking enough water.

Posted on Sun, 12 Feb 12

3 step plan for treating vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D deficiency is an important health issue that affects the vast majority of people. So how do you know if you are deficient and what can you do about it?

Posted on Sun, 12 Feb 12

Dr Michael Holick on Vitamin D (free video)

Watch this free video with Dr Michael Holick, one of the worlds foremost authorities on vitamin D. This is a remarkably informative, alarming and often very funny presentation.

Posted on Mon, 6 Feb 12

How massage helps muscle recovery

A new study has shown that massage reduces inflammation and increases mitochondrial biogenesis in muscle tissue after exercise. The study also dispelled the myth that massage may work by clearing lactic acid.

Posted on Mon, 6 Feb 12

5-HTP a natural stop smoking aid?

The dietary supplement 5-HTP may be a useful stop smoking aid with evidence suggesting it reduces nicotine withdrawal symptoms.