Sixteen weeks of therapy with diets high in omega-3 fatty acids from fatty fish diminished the frequency and severity of complications in folks with frequent migraines, in accordance with a …
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The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) is the Federal Government’s lead agency for scientific research on complementary and integrative health approaches. We are 1 of the 27 Institutes, Centers, and Offices that make up the National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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Probiotic/Prebiotic Combination Reduces Behavioral Symptoms Associated With Stress
by NCCIHby NCCIHA synbiotic (a probiotic plus a prebiotic) can scale back behavioral signs related to stress by normalizing the populations of microorganisms within the intestine and altering immune cell exercise, in …
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Beneficial Role of Yoga in Weight-Loss Program for Adults With Obesity or Overweight
by NCCIHby NCCIHAccording to a new study, participating in yoga as part of a 6-month weight-loss program is doable for adults with obesity or overweight and may also be helpful for weight …
Like many Americans, you may take dietary supplements in an effort to stay healthy. With so many dietary supplements available and so many claims made about their health benefits, how …
It’s that time of year again—cold and flu season. Each year, approximately 5 to 20 percent of Americans come down with the flu. Although most recover without incident, flu-related complications …
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5 Things To Know About Safety of Dietary Supplements for Children and Teens
by NCCIHby NCCIHParents should be aware that many complementary health products, including dietary supplements and herbal medicines, have not been tested for safety or effectiveness in children. Because children’s metabolism and their immune, digestive, and central …
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North Atlantic Clam That Lives for Centuries Yields Insights on Cardiac Aging
by NCCIHby NCCIHA hard-shell, North Atlantic clam with a centuries-long lifespan is yielding insights on cardiovascular aging that could potentially extend to mammals (including humans). Since age is a major risk factor …
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Mindfulness Meditation May Benefit People With Chronic Insomnia
by NCCIHby NCCIHMindfulness meditation—and particularly a form designed for insomnia—may help people with chronic insomnia and could be a viable treatment option, according to a recent small study. Results of this NCCIH-funded …
If you’re thinking about or currently using a dietary supplements, here are some points to keep in mind. For current information from the Federal Government on the safety of particular dietary …