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Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory condition in which the immune system attacks healthy joint tissue. This abnormal immune response leads to inflammation, fluid buildup, swelling, and discomfort in the joints. RA is a chronic condition for which there...
The Link Between Cold Sensitivities & Multiple Sclerosis
While heat sensitivity in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) has been widely studied, the question of how cold weather affects patients still looms large. It was back in 1890 when optical issues (a common issue associated with MS) were linked to a rise in body...
Five Tips for Coping with a Multiple Sclerosis Diagnosis
Receiving a multiple sclerosis diagnosis can be overwhelming. It will inevitably lead to changes in your life, and there will be some days that are more difficult than others. Yet, you’re not alone in your diagnosis: roughly one million Americans are believed to have...
Are Mesenchymal Stem Cells An Effective Treatment For Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?
Several recent studies have shown that adult stem cells, and specifically mesenchymal stem cells (MSC), appear to support the regeneration and protection of lung tissue, making them a very promising potential next-generation therapy option for the treatment of COPD....
Mesenchymal Stem Cell Therapy for Pulmonary Fibrosis
Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) is a chronic and progressive disease of the lungs that causes fibrosis of the spaces between the air sacs. As the fibrosis gets progressively worse, the movement of the lungs is more and more restricted. In effect, patients with IPF...
7 Superfoods to Incorporate into Your Diet
“Superfoods” get their name from the powerful abundance of nutrients they pack, positioning them as some of the healthiest dietary choices one can make. Rich in the key vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients your body needs to perform its best, these foods offer...
Could Stem Cell Therapy Help Patients with Kidney Disease?
More than one in seven U.S. adults is believed to have chronic kidney disease — or, roughly 15% of the population (37 million individuals). When they’re functioning properly, the kidneys remove waste from the body as well as excess fluids. In the case of patients with...
Exosomes from Mesenchymal Stem Cells Show to Protect Cartilage and Relieve Osteoarthritis Pain
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. In osteoarthritis, the cartilage of the joints breaks down, bone spurs form, the synovial linings become inflamed, and the ligaments around the joint calcify. All of these pathological changes combine to cause...
7 Tips for Preventing Food Poisoning & Its Serious Health Risks
Millions of Americans get sick from foodborne illnesses every year, and thousands die. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent falling ill from food poisoning. While at home and dining out, here are seven ways you can minimize the risk of foodborne...
What Are the Benefits of Integrative Medicine?
Integrative medicine is an approach to health management with a focus on healing, instead of diseases and their symptoms. It combines mental, physical, and spiritual approaches to restore the body’s natural balance and promote overall health. The overarching belief...
Stem Cell Therapy for COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung condition that makes it hard for patients to breathe. In COPD, small airways in the lungs thicken and lose their elasticity. People with COPD have shortness of breath, especially during physical activity. Patients...
What Impact Does the Western Diet Have on Health?
Nutrition has long been a well-known factor in overall health, but only recently have researchers begun to uncover just how significant effect eating habits can have on the body. Certain habits, in particular, are linked with poor health outcomes, such as widespread...