Maintaining a healthy blood sugar level is of critical importance for maintaining overall health. Walking after meals is a powerful tool for maintaining blood sugar balance.
Dementia rates are increasing, yet one cause is often overlooked: the medications we take.
The gut and the mind are interlinked, with problems in the gut potentially manifesting as mental-emotional symptoms, including anxiety.
Magnesium is a critical nutrient for mental health. Yet intake of magnesium is often quite poor in modern diets, increasing risks for depression, anxiety and attention difficulties.
Recent research has slowly been unraveling the complex relationship between bitter flavors and their effects on the brain and mental health.
Holy basil is a revered herb from India that appears to have adaptogen-type properties, helping individuals deal with stress and anxiety.
Silicon is a mineral present in our diet. While early evidence suggests it may benefit bone, heart and brain health, the data are still mostly inconclusive.
It is not uncommon for people to experience mild dehydration. And research has shown that dehydration can impair both mood and cognitive functioning.
Acupuncture is a treatment modality from Asia that has been used for thousands of years. Evidence strongly suggests that acupuncture has significant benefits for the treatment of pain.
For two decades, evidence has been slowly accruing that fish oil has a place in the treatment of depression. Recently, the type and dose that provides the most evidence for benefits has been starting to become more clear.
Red 3 is a food dye that was recently banned due to concerns over it's ability to cause cancer. However, other food dyes also raise concerns and are still commonly used in food, beverages, medications and cosmetics.
Hydrogen-rich water is a recent type of water that has been promoted as providing improvements to health. Beyond the hype, it does appear that hydrogen-rich water might provide some modest support for health in a few areas.
Red light therapy has been showing promise for treating a number of different conditions. Early evidence is even suggesting that red light therapy may have a role in helping to improve depression.
Oxaloacetate is a compound involved in the body's production of energy from the food we consume. While the research is quite early, it appears to suggest that oxaloacetate may mimic the benefits of a ketogenic diet and calorie restriction, possibly improving both diabetes and dementia treatment.
Single-use plastic bottles typically contain high levels of antimony, a toxic heavy metal. When stored under adverse conditions, levels of antimony may exceed safety limits for some beverages.
Insomnia is a common problem. Recently, research has started to suggest that insomnia may be related to a person's gastrointestinal microbiome.
Inositol is a natural, sweet-tasting compound with a structure similar to sugar. However, unlike sugar, inositol improves blood sugar regulation and may help to treat a number of health problems from hormonal dysregulation to high blood pressure.
Exercise is one of the more powerful tools for helping to prevent dementia. As a treatment, exercise works best when applied early, before symptoms are more apparent.
Gamma-linolenic acid, or GLA, is an anti-inflammatory fat that may have benefits for a number of different conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis and diabetic neuropathy.
Hot flashes are a common menopausal symptom that can significantly reduce a person's quality of life. While standard treatments are available, most have side effects or other risks. Fortunately, a number of natural approaches appear to hold promise for treating menopausal hot flashes.