Modern dietary choices have long ago surpassed the whole food benefits of ancient to pre-Industrial Revolution nourishment choices. During this time period, humans ate primarily organic meals, snacks and beverages due to the fact that pesticides, herbicides, insecticides, and many other chemical manipulations were not invented yet. Plus, the processed packaging, aesthetic exploitation, and advertising misguidance of food was also not a factor during this time. As a result, today we are experiencing such an influx of conditions and diseases...
read moreYou probably don’t want to discuss toenail fungus but it is a condition that afflicts millions. According to a study published in Journal de Mycologie Médicale Volume 30, Issue 2, June 2020, as reported by Science Direct, “Onychomycosis [aka OM, pronounced “oh-nee-koh-my-kohsis”] is one of the most prevalent and severe nail fungal infections, which is affecting a wide population across the globe. It leads to variations like nail thickening, disintegration and hardening.” Check with your doctor or podiatrist to see if you might have...
read moreWe have all heard of the diagnosis of depression however many of us have no idea what this entails. Some believe that it means someone is feeling sad for too long and that they should just “get over it”. Others might think it means someone is crazy or weak. While more reasonable folks may understand that it can be due to a combination of chemical compromises as well as situational challenges such as living in an abusive situation. Depression is not easy to get over without proper medical intervention however there are some alternative...
read moreIdentifying causes of disease through the intricacies of immunology and biochemistry has been short of groundbreaking. When it comes to macular degeneration, some scientists are attacking it by removing discovered degenerating factors revolving around specific biomarkers, namely deep seated proteins. It turns out that protein changes may stop macular degeneration. Preliminary studies show some future promise of how manipulating proteins presents the ability to shut down AMD before it becomes a blinding problem. It is a painstaking process but...
read moreCleaning out your system may seem appealing yet medical experts have long been at odds regarding the effectiveness of a “body cleanse” or detoxification regiment. Some science has not been able to support this practice while other science cites beneficial results capable of improving one’s quality of life. Overall, the practice of detoxification has been around for centuries and many people offer good reports in observational studies. However, it is not for everyone. Some detox methods are described below to see if you should try a...
read moreYour genes are your inner fingerprint and current medical research keeps uncovering the hidden clues to the future of your health found within these fingerprints. From heart disease to cancer, gene therapy has uncovered predispositions and prevented rapid escalation of disease. According to the journal Einstein (Sao Paulo) 2017 Jul-Sep, “Local successes have already solidified the viability of treatments using gene therapy in clinical practice, as an alternative form for patients with congenital diseases or monogenic disorders and...
read moreAt one time or another, like many other people, you probably have had trouble focusing. Maybe stress has distracted you causing anxiety and restlessness. It can be normal to respond this way, however, if symptoms are constantly happening you may be suffering from chronic attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Children are most afflicted by these conditions with upwards of sixty-million needing some kind of pharmaceutical intervention. According to a 2016 report by the Centers for Disease Control...
read moreNeedles and erectile dysfunction (ED) may not seem like a good match, however, posing no risk to the male genitals, acupuncture may be a good treatment option. This modality is over 4000 years old with early ancient records indicating the use of wood, stone, and animal bones made into hair thin needles painlessly placed on certain points along energy paths throughout the body called meridians. Up until the nineteen seventies, acupuncture was strictly a healing practice steeped in observational studies. Once it came to American shores...
read moreYou can live a long life and never realize you have been living with a blood cell disorder. In fact, in many cases, your own doctor may never detect it either. The health compromises associated with a blood cell disorder could range from fatigue to chronic infections. These 13 signs of blood cell disorders may be able to alert you enough to ask your doctor to check it out. Plus, there are ways you might be able to implement 25 natural remedies on your own to improve the situation. Red, White, Plasma and Platelets There are four types of...
read moreThere are several reasons that men in their late forties or early fifties begin to feel some physical setbacks. Rebounding from injury takes longer than it used to; being able to maintain high stamina during exercise decreases; muscles and joints seem to ache more. In the past, most people would say that these and other setbacks are simply due to old age. However, now we know that it could be the result of low testosterone. According to the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), “Many common conditions can lead to low...
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