Cutting-edge science is literally changing the way you should consider your diet. We’re not just talking superfoods, such as antioxidant-rich blueberries or açai. It’s obvious that eating more fruits and vegetables is sage advice, but what about eating foods specifically targeted to increase disease resistance? We’re talking about food that can alter a person’s very DNA. This new field of study is called epigenetics. What Is Epigenetics? Put simply, epigenetics is the study of the chemical changes or modifications of genes and...
read moreThere are many things women can do to help boost their chances of getting pregnant. While fertility boosting drugs may be the right choice for some women, these alternative therapies are a great option for others. Hypnosis When the word hypnosis is spoken most people’s minds go to the guy on stage hypnotizing someone to cluck like a chicken. But real hypnosis is actually an alternative therapy that can remove blocks in the mind, and it can help with relaxation. In fact, the American Medical Association has even sanctioned this therapy and it...
read moreThis harsh, cold winter has the weather bureau telling news viewers that this allergy season is going to be the worst. Their info comes from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, who says that even before winter finally broke people were already suffering from symptoms of allergy season. Allergy suffers are still going to be looking for ways to alleviate their symptoms—from itchy eyes and stuffy noses, to sneezing. There is more than one type of allergy, which means there are different ways to prevent or alleviate symptoms for each...
read moreSwimming is known for its physical health benefits, but taking a plunge in the pool could cause you to end up in the hospital. A new government report found that each year, chemicals used to keep swimming pools safe injure thousands of people in the U.S. Research from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that in 2012, 4,876 people were sent to the emergency room, most frequently from poisoning that occurred when they inhaled chlorine and other chemicals. Almost half of the hospital visitors were children under 18. Other...
read moreBasic hygienic actions such as washing your hands and brushing your teeth should promote health by keeping your body germ free. However, since many these hygienic products contain chemicals, bacteria have been able to survive and thrive. Minnesota is the first state to ban one of these chemicals, triclosan, which is an anti-bacterium ingredient, found commonly in soaps, body washes, toothpaste, and deodorant. The bill signed by Gov. Mark Dayton last Friday, will not be in effect until January 2017. Although triclosan has not been proven to be...
read moreAn upset stomach can really ruin your day. It may be a nagging sharp pain, bloating or cramping that stops you in your tracks. These 3 best herbs for upset stomach may do just the trick to get you back on your path and, in some cases, just as fast as an OTC (over the counter) remedy. Remember to always check with your doctor before taking any herbal supplement as certain herbs may interfere with your health history and/or current medications. Also see your doctor immediately if your upset stomach is severe or it is a chronic (persistent)...
read moreMuch has been made about the purported health and environmental consequences of the widespread cultivation of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). The truth of the matter has been further obfuscated by a high profile ballot measure campaign in the State of California during the 2012 election. In the Golden State, the food industry engaged in a multimillion dollar ad war against health and environmental groups over a proposed ballot initiative to require the labeling of all foods containing GMOs. The ballot initiative failed, thanks in large...
read moreEveryone knows that exercise and physical activity are important for the human body. It’s recommended to get 20 minutes of physical activity a day five days a week. If exercise is going to be a regular part of a person’s life they will need to schedule time for it, and find a reason to do it too. Reasons can be anything from just wanting to be healthy to a need to be in shape for beach season or a marathon. Aside from reasons, and motivation, it’s important to find a way to make it fun. It’s much easier to do something enjoyable and fun...
read moreThe chemicals you are exposed to every day could put you at a significantly high risk for breast cancer. Researchers have linked 17 groups of commonly used chemicals with the development of mammary tumors in rats, further proving the link between carcinogenetic agents and hazard they have on human health. Published in the journal Environmental Health, the new study by researchers at the Silent Spring Institute found that gasoline and other vehicle exhaust, flame retardants, stain-resistant textiles, paint removers, and disinfection byproducts...
read moreYou may be struggling with depression that has taken its toll on your daily life. As a result you, your career and those closest to you can be adversely affected. Your doctor may have prescribed medications that seem to temporarily help but often leave you numb, robot-like and foggy. Famous poet, Robert Frost once said, “The best way out is always through.” Sometimes this means without a pill but rather through the healing capability of meditation The Anti-Depressant Epidemic Tamping down deep seated depression has become somewhat of a normal...
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