You can not overestimate the importance of keeping your colon healthy. It is a highly important part of the digestive system and an imperative key when it comes to keeping you 'regular.' And while regularity is very important health-wise, it also has a lot to say in terms of daily comfort, emotional … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2020
5 Surprising Ways To Use Honey For Wounds, Skin, Cough And More
Most people are familiar with honey. It flavors our tea and desserts. Do it yourself beauty mavens add it to face masks and unguents, with the goal of softening and soothing damaged skin. But, honey has less fun and superficial uses in its repertoire as well. Honey is a veritable cupboard of … [Read more...]
Solaray Mycrobiome Probiotics
Solaray has come out with a new enteric coated probiotics line that is specifically formulated to men, women, weight loss, ect. Multi strain probiotic with prebiotics to feed as well as replace flora. … [Read more...]
Can depression make you sick?
While depression is primarily mental health issue, it can also have significant effect on physical health in more than one way. Depression is known to lead to headaches, sleep disorders and fatigue. It can also have negative influence on digestive tract resulting in nausea or loss of appetite. Our … [Read more...]
Tart Cherry and Uric Acid
Have you ever had joint pain that just appeared out of nowhere? Did you know the foods you eat can cause uric acid to buildup in the body? Uric acid, when in abundance, can crystallize and cause joint and muscle pain. Fortunately there is a natural substance found in cherries that can help the body … [Read more...]
Is manuka honey worth it? 9 evidence-based benefits
Manuka honey comes from Australia and is produced by bees pollinating manuka bush. It is rare because it can be made in a very short time frame of not more than six weeks a year. It is viscous, has distinct flavor and many health benefits, stemming from its antiviral and antioxidant characteristics. … [Read more...]
Garlic – A Healing Spice
As the pandemic continues its devastating march all over the world, remedies found in most homes come to focus with renewed interest. Garlic is one such remedy, but it is hardly a novelty. Its healing properties have been known for a long time. People in the Caribbean are using garlic to fight … [Read more...]
4 nutrients that can supercharge your brain function
While there are a lot of supplements on the market that claim to boost memory, there are a few you can actually count on to get results. Bacopa is one that many people swear by to enhance their cognitive abilities. Gotu Kola has been the supplement people have been using for years for anxiety and … [Read more...]
6 reasons to include zinc in your diet
When it comes to personal health, headlines these days are dominated by the pandemic and related issues, although the hard truth is that cancer and heart diseases are still leading causes of death in the United States. Even in normal times, health benefits of zinc are often ignored although research … [Read more...]
Medicinal mushrooms can eliminate the threat of viruses and cancer cell growth
When it comes to our health, the things that you don’t see are often very harmful and our bodies are fighting these invisible enemies every day. From viruses and bacteria, to toxins and allergens, the battles are waged daily. Medicinal mushrooms can boost your immune system and it’s something that … [Read more...]
Expert Speak: Why Probiotics Are Important To Strengthen Gut
There are many reasons why probiotics are so important with regards to gut health and strengthening the gut. First, most diseases start in the gut as it is the organ that is most exposed to toxins and antigens from the foods we eat. Probiotics help fight off the bad gut bacteria and replace it with … [Read more...]
5 of the Healthiest Flours for Every Purpose
It is hard to imagine a pantry without flour in it, as it is an essential ingredient for baking and cooking. However, not every flour provides same health benefits and some don’t provide any at all. White flour is processed and refined, without germ and bran that are removed, and which contain … [Read more...]
Digestive Health And Immunity Go Hand-In-Hand. Here’s All You Need To Know
Current pandemic has reemphasized the importance of our immunity in the struggle against the virus. It’s hard for many to see the connection, but recent studies have shown that there is a strong correlation between digestive tract health and immunity. Microbes in our gut play a significant role in … [Read more...]
Vitamin B complex benefits: Strong immune system, good digestion and more; food sources rich in …
Foods that are rich in vitamin B are great while we are stuck in isolation due to COVID-19. This vitamin helps our immune system while giving us the energy to deal with all the stress our new life has brought on us. While there is no cure for this pandemic it is still best to live a life that is as … [Read more...]
How can you naturally increase stomach acid?
Stomach acid can play a critical role in our digestive health. We can try to naturally increase our stomach acid using a few helpful techniques. HCL supplements are a favorite of most. Increasing Zinc intake has a good chance at raising stomach acid levels. Probiotics have been shown in a study from … [Read more...]
How to boost natural killer cell activity and avoid health problems
Cells in our body that have the ability to destroy infected or cancerous cells are called killer cells. These natural cells also slow down the tumor growth. Their power can be further boosted by nutrients. Foods like onion, garlic and broccoli are particular good at giving an additional potency to … [Read more...]
Do Not Miss These Amazing Health Benefits Of Mulberries This Monsoon
Mulberries have a lot of great nutrients that most people are sleeping on. While 88 percent of the mulberry is water, they are loaded with vitamins. These include vitamins E, iron, vitamin K1, potassium, fiber, and protein. These are great if your goal is to have a healthy immune system. It's also … [Read more...]