Most people don’t give their thyroid much thought but if any knew what this unassuming gland was in charge of they may take notice. It is derived from the Greek words ‘thyreos’ which means shield and ‘eidos’ which means form and when it is out of balance a host of bodily compromises can take effect. This is because your thyroid is responsible for regulating the full spectrum of your system, making sure all is working together for optimal health. If your thyroid has been diagnosed as under or over performing, before you begin...
read moreBeing overweight could be a difficult thing to deal with. Aside from the social ramifications fraught with fat shaming and limited clothing choices, carrying around extra weight is undeniably a compromise to good health. However, losing weight can be a real challenge as withdrawal from foods, particularly junk foods, could be as difficult as kicking a drug habit. A study of highly processed food withdrawal by researchers at The University of Michigan, Department of Psychology, published in the journal Appetite (Vol 131, 12/1/18, Pages...
read moreCannabidiol (CBD) is the non-intoxicating compound extracted from the male marijuana (hemp) plant. It is the female plant that carries the lion’s share of the mind altering substance tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) so CBD is safe, effective, and currently being applied to relieve a variety of health issues. There are several ways CBD oil can be delivered into the body: Under the tongue (sublingually)Mixed with waterTransdermally through a cream or skin patch However, putting CBD into food has become an option in the form of...
read moreDuring this time of global pandemic reflection, researchers are looking at a variety of reasons why certain people are struggling with symptoms and dying faster than others. Although the affliction of COVID-19 is more dangerous for those vulnerable such as the elderly and the sick, some scientists feel it is an accumulated compromised immune system unable to fight the good fight which is to blame. This may be the explanation for some young people being seriously afflicted or even killed by this virus. Several studies have indicated...
read moreIt is always exciting when new research shows great promise, especially coming from such an unconventional source. Using gold to treat macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness on the globe, has received some notable attention. In laboratory testing, gold is shining way beyond anyones expectations taking it from a precious metal to its fullest potential; fighting disease. The Next Level Macular degeneration research continues to forge ahead offering some significant disease fighting advancements. These consist of: Stem cell...
read moreAs the global pandemic seems to be softening and more people are venturing from their COVID-19 hibernation, boosting your immune system is all the rage. Finally, people are taking seriously the ability to harness the body’s powerful ability to heal itself and it all starts with what you choose to eat. Consuming foods that are in their natural state is essential to obtaining the full potency of plant-based medicinal compounds nature has devised for you. Knowing what to purchase at the supermarket or in a restaurant is important but...
read moreIt seems for every step taken to slow the coronavirus, there is news of two steps back. As each state slides into re-opening phases and then each state reports infection spikes through the roof, it is like we are trying to hammer a nail with a feather. Even the famed emergency-use authorization for medications chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine (previously used to battle malaria and which the American president irresponsibly dosed himself with) has been revoked by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These medicines are now labeled,...
read moreSometimes it is the least expected thing that may be of more help to your health than you could have ever imagined. As research and medical intervention continues to battle the debilitating effects of macular degeneration, many alternative peripheral applications have shown to help prevent or slow the disease. With upwards of 11 million people suffering with macular degeneration or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and this number predicted to double over the next thirty years, any natural approach is welcomed. Some of these...
read moreBack pain is a significant problem amongst all ages, races, and genders. It almost seems that human anatomy has not caught up with standing on two feet. In fact, the incidence of back pain in the United States alone is astounding. The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) reports that, About 31 million Americans experience low back pain at any given timeExperts estimate that put to 80% of the population will experience back pain at some time in their livesBack pain is the third most common reason for visits to the...
read moreIt is no surprise that appropriately touching another human being invokes all kinds of beneficial health advantages. An archived study in Biological Psychology stated that, “…frequent hugs between spouses/partners are associated with lower BP [blood pressure] and higher OT [oxytocin] levels in premenopausal women; OT-mediated reduction in central adrenergic [neurotransmitter] activity and peripheral effects of OT on the heart and vasculature…” It is an impressive transformation by simply holding someone’s hand or enjoying a hug....
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