Many Americans are exploring the rhythmic breathing, stretches, and sometimes demanding postures of yoga as a form of alternative medicine. The 2007 National Health Interview Survey found that yoga was one of the most popular types of alternative medicine among adults, and that its use had grown by roughly 3 million people since the previous…
Sugar cravings affect everyone—myself and Natalie Jill included. Clients ask us both about this all the time, so we thought we’d explain why they happen and what you can do to fight them. The key to dealing with them is to start with understanding why you’re getting them in the first place. Then, once you’re…
For many years, beets have been used generally for their leaves. However, beetroots have become a popular food in many places being used as culinary. Apart from eating beets, drinking the juice has a whole lot of benefits which you should consider and enjoy as well. Beet juice is always great considering that it can…
Often called the stinky rose, this pungent bulb can keep colds and flu viruses away. A daily dose gets your viral-fighting abilities in high gear. Mom’s advice to eat your vegetables is right on. People who eat lots of vegetables are less likely to get sick. But one vegetable in particular should be on your…
by Tom Taylor “Smothering the fire”? Do you remember the old forest fire fighting movies? Someone in a fire tower spots smoke and a plane load of fire jumpers go out and puts the fire out before it really gets going. Then occasionally, the fire gets too well established before the jumpers can get there…
by Robert G. Smith, PhD (OMNS Apr 27, 2020) Vitamin and mineral supplements are sold in several forms. Some vitamins are sold as “natural,” which often means the product has been purified from a plant or animal product. Others are synthetic, which can mean that the biochemical has been manufactured from chemicals that were not…
An increasing number of recent studies are asking an important question: Do gut bacteria hold the key to healthy aging? New research, recently presented at the London Microbiome Meeting, brings us closer to the answer. Research presented at the London Microbiome Meeting zoomed in on the role of bacteria for human health and aging. In…
A recent literature review investigates whether turmeric may be useful for treating cancer. The authors conclude that it might be but note that there are many challenges to overcome before it makes it to the clinic. Turmeric is loved the world over, but can it help fight cancer? Turmeric is a member of…
Diet as Lifestyle Two of the most crucial lifestyle elements are diet and exercise. We must face this truth early on if we are to have any chance of fighting any chronic illness: If you want a permanent victory, you must cut all carbohydrates out of the diet. In spite of the conflicting reports…
Fluorescent Lights, Microwaves and Alcohol Fluorescent Lights Fluorescent lights are not good for us because they are not comprised of a natural spectrum of light. The light is bluer, and the frequencies of light are not balanced. On top of that, fluorescent light is not continuous light; it flickers at a rate of…
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