Are Some of Us Just Wired to be Happy?
Introduction: Do you know someone that just seems to exude joy and happiness? It may be in their genes. New data shows that some of us are just wired to be grateful, happy and positive. It is the old argument nature or nurture. But here is the thing, whether you have...
March is National Vision Awareness Month
Five key nutrients for preventing and treating cataracts and macular degeneration Nutritional factors play a key role in the prevention and treatment of cataracts and macular degeneration. A diet high in richly colored fruits and vegetables—as well as targeted...
Berberine: An Ancient Remedy for Modern Humans
Introduction: One of the most exciting natural products in current medical research is berberine, an alkaloid found in goldenseal root, barberry bark, Oregon grape root, and coptis (goldthread) root. What is so exciting about the research is: The results from clinical...
Are Psilocybin Mushrooms a Game Changer for Severe Anxiety/Depression?
Are Psilocybin Mushrooms a Game Changer for Severe Anxiety/Depression? Introduction: There are major developments taking place right now in medical research that I believe will eventually lead to amazing new treatments. The ironic thing is that in many cases some of...
FDA Issues New Warning on Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Introduction: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is strengthening an existing label warning that non-aspirin nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) increase the risk of having heart attack or stroke. This new warning is based on a comprehensive review...
The Whole Body Benefits of Natural Astaxanthin
“Astaxanthin is the crowned king of antioxidants,” said Dr. Murray. “It is given this title because of its unique benefits and actions in promoting health and protecting against cellular damage, especially in the brain and vascular system and I’m excited to help...
Figs Relieve Constipation in Clinical Trial
How crazy is it that Americans spend over $2 billion a year on laxatives to deal with constipation? Here is something else to ponder, studies designed to determine the percentage of adults suffering from chronic constipation put the number between 24% to almost 50%....
Quercetin and its Modified Form for Allergies and More
Flavonoids are a group of plant pigments largely responsible for the colors of many fruits and flowers. Flavonoids are also responsible for the medicinal actions of foods, juices, herbs and bee pollen and are now known to be directly related to their flavonoid...
Flu Shot Alternatives
You don't need a flu shot to protect yourself this year. Use natural immune boosters to stay strong and healthy through the fall and winter. You don’t need a flu shot to protect yourself this year. Use natural immune boosters to stay strong and healthy through...
Beets
Beets are a unique vegetable as both the root and leaves are typically consumed. They originated in North Africa, and along Asian and European seashores. Cultivated by the Romans, beets were spread throughout the eastern hemisphere by invading tribes. Perhaps one of...