Researchers believe an antioxidant that protects cell mitochondria from alcohol-related effects may be able to help individuals maintain healthy liver function, according to a recent study published in the journal Hepatology. The scientists explained that the antioxidant, called mitochondria-targeted ubiquinone (MitoQ), may be able to intercept harmful free radicals that are produced when alcohol is metabolized in the body.

Many people use aloe vera to soothe skin problems like irritation caused by sunburns, but this plant substance may have a wide range of healing abilities.

Some people are inspired by summer’s warm weather and the abundance of fresh foods available during this time of year to attempt to cleanse their bodies of built up toxins.

A recent study published in the journal Immunology Letters indicated a specific way in which a compound found in green tea provides health benefits, including protection against autoimmune diseases like cancer, juvenile diabetes and Lou Gehrig’s disease.

Many people find it difficult to sustain healthy eating habits, but some may discover that periodic cleanses help curb everyday cravings for salty or sugary foods, according to a recent article published in the Oakland Tribune.

Spring is a season that stimulates feelings of renewal and rejuvenation, as trees regain their leaves and creatures come out of hibernation. It’s no wonder that many people are encouraged to refresh their bodies during this time of year.

People who suffer from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are very susceptible to lung infection and inflammation due to the immune cells’ reduced ability to fight off bacteria.

A combination of treatments that involve exposure to high oxygen pressure and a compound found in wormwood plants may be more effective in eliminating cancerous cells than either of these two methods alone, according to a recent study.

A balanced diet that includes plenty of vegetables may improve an individual’s overall health. However, many people may not put enough emphasis on the importance of the food group.

Excess carbohydrates and ‘comfort food’ that many individuals consume over the winter months may result in weight gain. However, when the weather warms up and people begin to swap their sweatpants for shorts, many may find that they want to revamp their diets.