Allergies

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

Antioxidants

http://www.ozemail.com.au/~vitality/pcos2.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/grapeproanth.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/archive/antox.html

http://explorepub.com/articles/washreport5.html#top

Arthritis

http://www.raysahelian.com/GLUCOSAMINE.HTML

Glucosamine, Part I: Basic Science

Glucosamine for arthritis: Complementary and alternative medicine

Glucosamine

Glucosamine, Part II: Forms

Evidence, Including My Own, Suggests It Works

Suppressed Report in Favor of Alternative Medicine Surfaces

Arthritis Alternatives?,

Arthritis

Ginger

Natural anti-inflammatory supplements: Research status and clinical applications,

Bromelain

Prevention of collagen-induced arthritis in mice by a polyphenolic fraction from green tea

Possible Link Between Green Tea and Arthritis Prevention

Bilberry

more than you ever wanted to know about bilberry

Black Cohosh

http://www.healthwell.com/hnbreakthroughs/oct98/menopause.cfm?path=hw

Beta Carotene

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/beta-carotene.html

Bioflavaniods

http://www.ozemail.com.au/~vitality/pcos2.html

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/grapeproanth.html

Cancer

http://www.healthwell.com/hnbreakthroughs/nov97/beatingcancer.cfm?path=hw

Amelioration of the cytotoxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents by grape seed proanthocyanidin extract

Chemopreventive effects of grape seed proanthocyanidin extract on Chang liver cells

Unique organoprotective properties of a novel IH636 grape seed proanthocyanidin extract on cadmium chloride-induced nephrotoxicity, dimethylnitrosamine (DMN)-induced splenotoxicity and mocap-induced neurotoxicity in mice

Free radicals and grape seed proanthocyanidin extract: importance in human health and disease prevention

Anticarcinogenic effect of a polyphenolic fraction isolated from grape seeds in human prostate carcinoma DU145 cells: modulation of mitogenic signaling and cell-cycle regulators and induction of G1 arrest and apoptosis

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

Anti-tumor-promoting activity of a polyphenolic fraction isolated from grape seeds in the mouse skin two-stage initiation-promotion protocol and identification of procyanidin B5-3'-gallate as the most effective antioxidant constituent

Cardiovascular Protection

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Sep_98/soy.html

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Feb_98/science.html

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

Dental Care

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Dec_99/oralhealth.cfm

The History, Safety and Dental Properties of Xylitol

study abstract

Candida Control?.

Efficacy of Tea Tree Oil oral solution for the treatment of fluconazole refractory oral candidiasis in AIDS patients

Myrhh

Bad Breath

Local anaesthetic, antibacterial and antifungal properties of sesquiterpenes from myrrh

Bee Propolis Fights Dental Plaque

In vitro antimicrobial activity of propolis and Arnica montana against oral pathogens

Antimicrobial activity of propolis on oral microorganisms

The effect of propolis on dentinal hypersensitivity and level of satisfaction among patients from a university hospital Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Depression

Numerous Studies Demonstrate Effectiveness of St. John’s Wort

St. John's Wort Extract.

St. John's Wort for Unexplained Fatigue

American psychiatric meeting uplifted by St. John’s wort

5-Hydroxytryptophan: A Clinically-Effective Serotonin Precursor

"Can 5-HTP be taken with St. John's wort extract?"

Frequently Asked Questions on 5-Hydroxytryptophan

Depression and Vitamins

Vitamin B12

Folic Acid

Folate, vitamin B12, and neuropsychiatric disorders

Folate, vitamin B12, and homocysteine in major depressive disorder

Nutrition and depression: the role of folate

Diabetes

The role of free radicals, oxidative stress and antioxidant systems in diabetic vascular disease

Dong Quai

http://www.healthwell.com/hnbreakthroughs/oct98/menopause.cfm?path=hw

Flavoniods

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/flavonoids.html

Echinacea

http://www.healthwell.com/hnbreakthroughs/nov99/echinacea.cfm?path=hw

Fiber

Fiber,

Fiber    #2

Licorice

Burdock root

Ginger

3 Herbs for Good Digestion

Slippery Elm

F.O.S.: S.O.S. for your gut

Experts are `pro' prebiotics

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS),

Probiotics

A Bit of Culture for Children: Probiotics May Improve Health and Fight Disease,

Prophylactic and therapeutic uses of probiotics: A review

Anti-Carcinogenicity of Probiotics and Prebiotics

Effects of fructooligosaccharide on bowel function and indicators of nutritional status in constipated elderly men

Nondigestible oligosaccharides

Probiotics and prebiotics: can regulating the activities of intestinal bacteria benefit health?

Effects of prebiotics on mineral metabolism

Stimulation of apoptosis by two prebiotic chicory fructans in the rat colon

Pro- and prebiotics--the tasty guardian angels?

Protective role of probiotics and prebiotics in colon cancer

Free Radicals

http://www.herbs.org/current/grapeproanth.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/grapeproanth.html

http://www.healthgate.co.uk/cgi-bin/q-format.cgi?f=G&d=fmb97&m=451694&%20%20ui=98220087

Ginkgo/ Memory

good overview

review

PubMed abstract

CNN.com article.

Health World article

Herb World News Online

PubMed research abstract

PubMed abstract

intermittent claudication

stracts from Thorne Research

PubMed abstract

PubMed research abstract.

PubMed abstract

http://www.nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Jan_98/ginkgo.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/archive/gbalz.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/archive/cardiosupp.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/ginkoclaud.html

http://www.healthwell.com/hnbreakthroughs/oct97/impotence.cfm?path=hw

Glucosamine

http://www.raysahelian.com/GLUCOSAMINE.HTML

Glaucoma

Glaucoma

Grapes

PCO Sources: Grape Seed vs Pine Bark

Grape Seed Extract

The Power of Grape Seed Extract,

Unlock The Power Of Seeds And Bark

Grape Juice Seen As Heart Aid

Oligomeric proanthocyanidin complexes: history, structure, and phytopharmaceutical applications

Select flavonoids and whole juice from purple grapes inhibit platelet function and enhance nitric oxide release

Grapeseed Keeps Arteries Clear

Grape seed proanthocyanidin reduces cardiomyocyte apoptosis by inhibiting ischemia/reperfusion-induced activation of JNK-1 and C-JUN

Purple grape juice improves endothelial function and reduces the susceptibility of LDL cholesterol to oxidation in patients with coronary artery disease

Anticarcinogenic effect of a polyphenolic fraction isolated from grape seeds in human prostate carcinoma DU145 cells: modulation of mitogenic signaling and cell-cycle regulators and induction of G1 arrest and apoptosis

Multiple Sclerosis, The Blood Brain Barrier, and New Treatment

Chronic Venous Insufficiency

Clinical and capillaroscopic evaluation of chronic uncomplicated venous insufficiency with procyanidins extracted from vitis vinifera

Amelioration of the cytotoxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents by grape seed proanthocyanidin extract

http://www.herbs.org/current/grapeproanth.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/archive/cardiosupp.html

http://www.ozemail.com.au/~vitality/pcos2.html

http://www.nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Sep_97/news.html

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

http://www.thorne.com/pycnogenols.html

Free radicals and grape seed proanthocyanidin extract: importance in human health and disease prevention

Grape seed proanthocyanidin extract demonstrates better antioxidant activity than other free radical scavengers

Oxygen free radical scavenging abilities of vitamins C and E, and a grape seed proanthocyanidin extract in vitro

Reversal of experimental myoglobinuric acute renal failure with bioflavonoids from seeds of grape

Hair Growth

Proanthocyanidins from grape seeds promote proliferation of mouse hair follicle cells in vitro and convert hair cycle in vivo

Heart Health/Provex CV

Augusta Chronicle article about Dr. Folts and ProVex CV (tm)

Grape juice, but not orange juice or grapefruit juice, inhibits human platelet aggregation

Select flavonoids and whole juice from purple grapes inhibit platelet function and enhance nitric oxide release

Grapeseed Keeps Arteries Clear

Purple grape juice improves endothelial function and reduces the susceptibility of LDL cholesterol to oxidation in patients with coronary artery disease

Grape seed proanthocyanidin reduces cardiomyocyte apoptosis by inhibiting ischemia/reperfusion-induced activation of JNK-1 and C-JUN

Grape Juice Seen As Heart Aid

The role of free radicals, oxidative stress and antioxidant systems in diabetic vascular disease

Health Hazards

http://danpatch.ecn.purdue.edu/~epados/waste/house/mainmenu.htm

Immune System

Boosting Immunity With Herbs

Herbal Care for Colds and Flu

article by Dr. Andrew Wei

good article

"7 Ways Echinacea Can Improve Your Health. 

good article on echinacea

"Echinacea, Natures Immune Enhancer."

The American coneflower: a prophylactic role involving nonspecific immunity

"In vitro effects of echinacea and ginseng on natural killer and antibody-dependent cell cytotoxicity in healthy subjects and chronic fatigue syndrome or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome patients."

Astragalus Asserts Immunity

article by Dr. Andrew Weil

a brief article

another good article on astragalus

Indigestion/Heartburn

Indigestion (Functional Dyspepsia)

Calcium citrate markedly enhances aluminum absorption from aluminum hydroxide.

Potential toxicity of presumably insoluble aluminum salts in presence of common dietary acids.

Orange juice enhances aluminum absorption from antacid preparation.

Benefit vs. risk of oral aluminum forms: antacid and phosphate binding vs. absorption.

Aluminum and lead absorption from dietary sources in women ingesting calcium citrate.

Chamomile

Ginger

Plants

Ginger is a food as well as a medicine

Ginger: History and Use

Fennel

article

Lycopene

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/Prostate.html

MS

Multiple Sclerosis, The Blood Brain Barrier, and New Treatment

Macular Degeneration and Eye Health

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Nov_97/degen.html

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Apr_99/visualdisorders.html

Eat Right for Sharp Eyesight

Sight For Sore Eyes

macular degeneration and lutein

Preventing Macular Degeneration

web site all about lutein

Lutein facts and research references

A one year study of the macular pigment: the effect of 140 days of a lutein supplement.

Dietary modification of human macular pigment density.

more than you ever wanted to know about bilberry.

Long-term vitamin C supplement use and prevalence of early age-related lens opacities.

Effect of the ascorbic acid of the aqueous humor on the lipid peroxidation process in the eye in primary open-angle glaucoma.

Effect of the ascorbic acid of the aqueous humor on the lipid peroxidation process in the eye in primary open-angle glaucoma.

Nutrient intake and cataract extraction in women: a prospective study.

Nutrient intake and cataract extraction in women: a prospective study.

Endogenous ascorbate regenerates vitamin E in the retina directly and in combination with exogenous dihydrolipoic acid.

Antioxidants and cataract: (cataract induction in space environment and application to terrestrial aging cataract).

Tea Tree Oil Oil

Tea Tree Oil: Nature's Natural Antiseptic.

Australian Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil Kills Superbugs Dead

Superbugs: Is this the final warning?

The Benefits of Tea Tree

Tea Trees and Their Therapeutic Properties

Tea Tree Oil to the Rescue

Athlete's Foot Anyone?

Favorite Healing Herbs for Fall?

Candida Control?

Tea Tree Oil For Suture Wounds

Natural Help for Yeast Infections

Ongoing research by the Department of Microbiology at The University of Western Australia

Tea tree oil in the treatment of tinea pedis

A comparative study of tea-tree oil versus benzoylperoxide in the treatment of acne

1998 William J. Stickel Bronze Award. Antifungal activity of Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea-tree) oil against various pathogenic organisms

Antifungal activity of the essential oil of Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea tree oil) against pathogenic fungi in vitro

Antimicrobial effects of tea tree oil (Tea Tree Oil alternifolia) on oral microorganisms

Percutaneous treatment of chronic MRSA osteomyelitis with a novel plant-derived antiseptic

Antiviral activity of Australian tea tree oil and eucalyptus oil against herpes simplex virus in cell culture

Terpinen-4-ol, the main component of the essential oil of Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea tree oil), suppresses inflammatory mediator production by activated human monocytes

Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea tree) oil inhibits germ tube formation by Candida albicans

The mode of antimicrobial action of the essential oil of Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea tree oil)

Efficacy of Tea Tree Oil oral solution for the treatment of fluconazole refractory oral candidiasis in AIDS patients

Antimicrobial effects of tea-tree oil and its major components on Staphylococcus aureus, Staph. epidermidis and Propionibacterium acnes

In-vitro activity of essential oils, in particular Tea Tree Oil alternifolia (tea tree) oil and tea tree oil products, against Candida spp

Time–kill studies of tea tree oils on clinical isolates

Susceptibility of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus to the essential oil of Tea Tree Oil alternifolia

Biological activity of Tea Tree Oil alternifola (Tea Tree) oil component, terpinen-4-ol, in human myelocytic cell line HL-60

Prostate

Prostate Cancer Prevention

The Best Cancer "Phyters"

Pass the Tomato Juice

A Slice of Pizza Cuts Prostate Cancer Risk

Lower prostate cancer risk in men with elevated plasma lycopene levels: results of a prospective analysis,

Saw Palmetto Extracts for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Men's Health and What you Need to Know about Saw Palmetto,

Saw Palmetto Extract: Nature's Answer To Prostate Enlargement

Suppressed Report in Favor of Alternative Medicine Surfaces

Herbals In Your Life... Saw Palmetto

Saw Palmetto Shrinks Enlarged Prostate Tissue,

Phytomedicines outperform synthetics in treating enlarged prostate

http://www.raysahelian.com/saw.html

Saw Palmento Berry

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/July_96/prostate.html

http://www.raysahelian.com/saw.html

http://www.herbs.org/current/sawprostate.html

Sleeping/Natural Help

Insomnia

Herbal Medicine or Myth?,

Valerian For Falling Asleep?,

Comparative study for assessing quality of life of patients with exogenous sleep disorders (temporary sleep onset and sleep interruption disorders) treated with a hops-valarian preparation and a benzodiazepine drug.

Kava, the Root of Serenity

Kava Kava herb

Passionflower

Hops

3 CALMING HERBS: Valerian, passion flower & hops

Sodium Laurly Sulfate

American Cancer Society

Debunking the Myth.

response to internet rumors about SLS.

The Canadian Health Protection Branch

article by Dr. Andrew Weil,

 Soy

http://www.healthwell.com/delicious-online/D_Backs/Mar_98/herbs.cfm?path=hw 

St. John’s Wort

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/soy_isoflavones.html

http://www.altmedicine.com/index1.cfm?

Stroke

http://explorepub.com/articles/health_notes1.html

Vitamins

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/history_of_vitamins.html

http://www.nutritionreporter.com/10_alternatives2drugs.html

A—Beta Carotene

http://nutritionsciencenews.com/NSN_backs/Oct_96/cart.html

Toxins

http://danpatch.ecn.purdue.edu/~epados/waste/house/mainmenu.htm

Learn About Chemicals Around Your House

article from American Family Physician

The 10 Most Dangerous Toxins in Your Household

Aerosols Linked With Baby Illness

Can A Poisoned Environment Play A Major Role in a Child's Ability to Learn?

In Harm's Way

Children's Special Vulnerability To Environmental Risks

Children Are Not Miniature Adults!,

The Coming of Age of Environmental Pediatrics

Hazardous Products In The Home

Formaldehyde

Indoor Air Pollution Fact Sheet: Household Products

Chemicals found in fabric softeners by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Respiratory toxicity of fabric softener emissions

No Safe Haven: People With Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Are Becoming the New Homeless,

Making Informed Decisions: why it is important to know what's in the products you use

Trade Secrets: A Moyers Report

Scientific Fact, Industry Fiction