A new study published in Lancet confirms thousands die from ibuprofen use each year, so what are viable alternatives?
And a brief review of the growing body of knowledge of vitamin D
More and more women are being prescribed cholesterol-lowering statins and some doctors are even recommending the drugs be added to the water supply or dispensed at the McDonald’s drive-thru windows.
However, postmenopausal women using statins may be increasing their risk of diabetes according to a study published by the Archives of Internal Medicine.
If you are experiencing scratchy eyelids and other symptoms of dry eyes, these five nontoxic interventions help relieve without the added chemicals
Research has concluded that a healthy diet rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory natural substances can increase longevity and improve the aging process
Is there anything you can do to stop hair loss? Several simple hair-sparing strategies have proven effective, including correcting common vitamin deficiencies and avoiding toxic insults that can spoil your luxurious locks
Despite the devastating impact of Parkinson's disease on millions of lives, the FDA has failed to approve a single drug that can prevent the decline of health in affected patients. While pharmaceutical companies focus on patented chemicals, a wealth of research points to the untapped potential of natural compounds in the fight against this debilitating condition.
Science is not about good and bad, it is about proven and not proven
Sperm quality and count are both important causes of male infertility, but both have been plummeting over the past several years
For the millions worldwide suffering from ulcerative colitis, finding safe and effective treatments can be a daunting task, but one that natural herbal remedies may help address
Today, healthy fatty acid deficiency is epidemic. This deficiency leads to cardiovascular and immune issues and other disorders. What do you do if you're HFA deficient?
Over 50 scientific references say this important issue shall not be censored any longer
Millions take these blockbuster drugs for 'heart protection,' and yet they are actually killing the well established heart protective properties of fish oil.
Do your eyes frequently ache after staring at your tablet or smartphone? It’s not just the strain of looking at a small screen. It may be a sign of irreversible damage being done to your eyes—cellular damage that can lead to blindness
Our scientific dogma says that the latest research is the closest to the truth; yet as soon as new research comes out, it will be obsolete. This paradigm always ignores context. For example, for the past 15 years it has become assumed truth that a low fat diet is a healthy diet. The same people who thirty years ago used to urge us to eat plenty of meat and cheese, shifted to encourage us towards vegetables and low fat salad dressings
What are some natural methods to help curb the symptoms of depression and also address the fundamental causes of the condition?
With sperm quality and fertility rates on the decline globally, researchers are looking at simple diet interventions that could help reverse this worrying trend
Sought-after nutritional therapies vitamin D and omega-3s found in fish oil have gone through intense scrutiny with the largest study to date, called VITAL. Results of the study on whether they can effectively prevent cancer or cardiovascular disease have shown that these therapies are popular for a reason, and the benefits simply cannot be ignored
Forget dangerous steroids and sketchy supplements. The key to unlocking your body's true athletic potential may be found in nature's pharmacy, backed by cutting-edge science.
Candida (Yeast) is a late sign of impaired gut health.
Candida is associated with craving simple carbs (white foods--pasta, bread, rice, and all sugars) which feed the yeast. Candida develops for many reasons. Basically, it is a 'helper' attempting to create balance in the gut, generally due to antibiotics, preservatives, heavy metal toxins and sterile foods.
We can make candida obsolete and unnecessary by rebalancing gut microbials.
There is a growing awareness that the unintended, adverse health effects of cholesterol-lowering statin drugs far outweigh their purported benefits. But new research now indicates that these chemicals may even be interfering with the heart-protective effects of beneficial fatty acids in those who are on them.
A growing body of evidence suggests that the risks associated with daily low-dose aspirin use may outweigh its potential benefits for many individuals
The manufacturers of the controversial veggie burger just announced that in the future, due to "high demand" for the product, its plant-based patties will be made using GMO soy