Archives for February 2019

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a painful problem that can affect any part of the urinary system, although it generally occurs in the urethra and bladder. UTI can be caused by E. coli, gastrointestinal bacteria, or sexually transmitted infections. Not drinking enough water or urinating holding … [Read more...]

Quercetin is considered a pigment that is found in vegetation such as plants, fruits, and vegetables. Some of the foods it can be found in include: grapes, berries, citrus fruits, and much more. This pigment can help fight off free radicals with its antioxidant properties. Some of the free radicals … [Read more...]

Many food companies take advantage of Breast Cancer Awareness Month by selling food in pink packages. However, some of these foods are actually bad for people at risk for cancer. There are other foods that are naturally pink. These fruits and vegetables contain nutrients that can actually reduce the … [Read more...]

Acid reflux comes with several uncomfortable symptoms such as chest pain and difficulty swallowing. Experiencing these symptoms can certainly be burdensome throughout the day, and many are searching for natural ways to remedy the situation. Consuming aloe-vera juice can help minimize your acid … [Read more...]

Hypertension, chronically elevated blood pressure, can lead to complications including death. One type of drug used to treat hypertension is called a calcium channel blocker, or calcium antagtonist. Calcium antagonists prevent the uptake of calcium by the heart and blood vessels, resulting in … [Read more...]

A healthy immune system keeps you feeling great and free from colds, viruses, and other illnesses that would otherwise bring you down and ruin your good health. There are a few foods that can boost your immune system when consumed regularly but none of them provide the same phenomenal results as … [Read more...]

Paleo dieters will want to avoid some of the less healthy aspects of cow's milk. There are an array of healthy viable solutions to this problem, including using nut milk, camel's milk and coconut milk. Camel and coconut milk have an array of health-promoting nutrients. Nut milk nutrition is often … [Read more...]

A joint Iranian-Australian research team recently published a double-blind study in which they recruited 48 obese or overweight persons and have half of them a daily dose of pomegranate extract in order to measure impact on serum metabolic indicators and biomarkers associated with inflammation and … [Read more...]

With over 80 million individuals in the US alone suffering from insulin resistance, it is no surprise that many are looking for natural interventions that can help them regulate their blood sugars. Olive oil leaf extract is a great way to aid your body in maintaining stable blood sugar levels by … [Read more...]

Eating cherries has been linked to the prevention of gout episodes. Gout is a type of arthritis caused by a buildup of uric acid in the joints. Cherries are chalked full of antioxidants that have anti inflammatory traits and that have the ability to regulate your uric acid. The benefits of cherries … [Read more...]

Natural foodies have long espoused wheatgrass as nutritious staple. New data is now supporting the stance. A primary reason that wheatgrass deserves its many accolades is its high chlorophyll content. Chlorophyll, which is the pigment innate to plant matter, gives growing things their green shade. … [Read more...]

New research published by the Journal of Evidence-Based Integrative Medicine suggests that consuming turmeric — and its main ingredient, curcumin — for just two months may boost the numbers of good bacteria in your gut by seven percent. The research focused on 30 adults who received either a … [Read more...]

Natural remedies have become almost a staple in our society. With more individuals being unable to afford proper healthcare, being able to alleviate symptoms and causes on your own is one of the few ways to be proactive. This article outlines a clinical study that measured the effects of French Pine … [Read more...]

Most of us recognize that microwaving is far from the most optimal way to heat food for eating. The high heat is damaging to delicate nutrients. Moreover, the rays alter taste and texture. Just a little too much and a potentially nice meal can become a rubbery mess. Yet, knowing all this we persist, … [Read more...]

Adding hemp oil into your life can provide you with many health benefits such as a reduction in arthritis symptoms, as well as an increase in nail and hair growth. Many people confuse hemp oil with CBD oil and other cannabis derivatives. Hemp oil is a Cannabis sativa, but it is directly harvested … [Read more...]

Guava's purported anti-cancer ability was recently put to the test in research that delved specifically into the healing potential of three compounds innate to the tropical fruit. Three extracts from the fruit, chloroform, hexane and methanol were tested specifically on three lines of cancer. The … [Read more...]

High cholesterol can lead to many health problems, including cardiovascular issues. There are many medications out there that your doctor can prescribe to keep high cholesterol at bay, but there are many risks associated with use of these medications. But, did you know that it might be as simple as … [Read more...]

Diabetes is an awful disease, one that costs an extreme amount to manage and is life changing for those who are diagnosed with it. Of course, all treatment plans and actions should be managed through a doctor but in a recent article scientists have suggested that adding turmeric and curcumin to your … [Read more...]

CBD oil has become more popular recently. It is used to treat chronic pain, anxiety and depression. Since its recent increase in popularity, the best way to consume it is still being developed. Some people just ingest the oil. The CBD oil can be consumed or added to food. It also can be placed under … [Read more...]

Research published by Cambridge and the Francis Crick Institute suggests that genes and metabolism have a circular relationship, with genes shaping metabolic processes, but also with food influencing genes. In experiments with yeast cells, it was found that up to 90 percent of genes are responsive … [Read more...]

Chia seeds are jam-packed with nutrients such as magnesium, phosphorous, zinc, and vitamin B variants. It is a gluten-friendly option for those facing Celiac or gluten intolerance. These small seedlings are known to promote several health benefits, including its ability to aid in weight management … [Read more...]

There are a lot of studies that are being done to look at the potential use case of oil as a way to protect certain organs. In certain parts of the world, use of oils has been in practice for decades upon decades. They truly believe it is a substitute for medicine and that it has a lot of abilities … [Read more...]

Vitamin C is commonly known to improve the look and overall health of the skin. However, some claim that Vitamin C can also speed up the process of healing from cancer. Michael Barnett, a former throat cancer patient, believes that when he had tried Vitamin C to heal his burns from cancer, his … [Read more...]

Did you know that the vitamins and minerals that you consume affect hair loss? If you are one of the millions of people bothered by hair loss, it is time to take a closer look at the foods that you eat and any supplements that you take to make sure they're not the root cause -or that the vitamins … [Read more...]

Many people do not realize all of the important things that your nails can reveal about your health. Doctors have noticed that there are some things that can show up in your nails that could indicate where your health is at. For example, small little deficiencies in your nail color can mean that … [Read more...]

Individuals suffering with MS have a new way to improve living with the pain. CBD oil is described as miraculous in its ability to stop pain in MS patients and muscle spasms as well. The oral spray Sativex contains CBD oil and is used in 11 countries to treat spasms and muscle stiffness with MS … [Read more...]

Many people do not realize the importance, or the power, that comes from dieting correctly. Food is the fuel that powers your body and it can have a massive effect on how you feel and live. With that being said, it is important to note that there are parasites and bacteria living inside everyone's … [Read more...]

Isn’t everyone’s wish that food and drinks that are bad for us, could really be good for us?! In a new article written by Vicki Batts, she introduces the concept of hot chocolate being a great way to hold off those nasty flu bacteria. She discusses the 3-part investigation that was conducted using … [Read more...]

Liver cancer is something that has become much too common in society nowadays. Part of it comes from people not knowing too much about their liver. They do not know how important it really is. They do not understand what it does for ones body and how it can affect the entire bodily functions. As a … [Read more...]

Cancer is expensive to treat, and as we learn more about medicinal plants, the more it reveals there are potential life saving affordable treatments . The pomegranate has compounds that signal the body to "kill" the tumor cell without causing inflammation response. It also has been used historically … [Read more...]

Many people around the world are suffering from depression and anxiety. These mental health issues are very real and they are prevalent in many different places around the world. People of all shapes and sizes suffer from these things. However, there are new ways that are being promoted as potential … [Read more...]

Garlic is a strong flavoring agent, that are rich in nutrients such as vitamin B6, calcium, manganese, and fiber. Study has proven a relationship between garlic and fat burning. Experts say eating a garlic a day can help someone effectively loose weight. It also helps in burning belly fat. To lose … [Read more...]

Honey is something that has a lot of health benefits. Many people do not realize all of the good things that can come from honey. It is really effective and it tastes good! However, there are now some products that are based in honey that are being used as remedies to certain issues. People who have … [Read more...]

In Asian cuisine, there are a lot of examples of food that can be used for medicinal purposes. The Asians have always been known for that and they have always received high reviews for these practices.This burdock root is something that is getting high reviews in medicine circles. It has proven to … [Read more...]

Root vegetables have a wide variety of health benefits, and make a great addition to many recipes. Garlic and ginger, for example, are among the most important spices in many cuisine types. Garlic can boost the immune system, while ginger is famous for its ability to fight inflammation. Sweet … [Read more...]

Medicine is changing all over the world. For many years, doctors and scientists have been looking at new ways in which they can improve the medicine that they use. With that being said, they are starting to come more on to the idea of using natural ingredients as viable medicine for their patients. … [Read more...]

Vitamin E in the body helps transport waste to the kidneys, in particular, creatinine, a waste bi product from muscle function and use. A certain type of vitamin E extracted from palm oil has been shown to reduce kidney damage issues in people who have diabetes.It also helps to slow brain damage … [Read more...]

Cherries are not only yummy, but they are good for you as well. They contain fiber, natural sugars and many vitamins the body needs for good circulation and general overall health. They have been used in traditional eastern medicine for many year to fight inflammation in the body, particularly that … [Read more...]

Taking in sufficient amounts of vitamin C is essential in maintaining your body's immune system, as well as helping it repair and regenerate tissue. Many ancient colonies found themselves only consuming foods that they were highly familiar with, and this often had detrimental consequences. For one … [Read more...]

Free radicals are molecules that interact with your body and can cause it to experience oxidative stress, which in turn can damage organs. The body has ways of dealing with free radicals to neutralize them before they cause undue damage. However, the body's ability to neutralize these interlopers … [Read more...]

Pig fat, otherwise known as lard, gets a lot of bad press. It gets mocked as a Southern staple that causes heart attacks left and right. Yet, in truth, lard actually has less saturated fat than pure butter and a lot of other animal fats. Also, it's ability to stay fresh is far and away better than … [Read more...]

The benefits of increasing the amount of Vitamin C in your body is well documented. If you are someone that knows a little bit about dieting, then you know this is true. This new power fruit, camu, is being referred to as something that can give you a lot of extra vitamin C. For people who need it, … [Read more...]

Turmeric can act like a mild antibiotic. A suggestion is to use turmeric with tea to treat sickness and diseases. Using the turmeric in a drink prepared with warm milk, then drinking it in small amounts will act in such a way that your sickness may be drawn out of you and bacteria may be killed. The … [Read more...]

Bacterial growth inside of a wound can cause a lot of problems. If you are looking to avoid any issues with would, the most important thing to do is keep it clean. Many people do not do proper wound care to begin with. First, have a clean work space and supplies. Always make sure to wash your hands … [Read more...]