Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a pleasant tasting herb that may provide some significant benefits. The herb may help lower blood sugar, decrease inflammation and improve liver function along with having antimicrobial effects.
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December 24, 2021
Are Dietary Supplements Unregulated and Dangerous?
While you often hear claims that the dietary supplement industry is unregulated, you may be surprised to find out that the truth is more nuanced.
December 17, 2021
Intermittent Fasting: What Do We Know?
Intermittent Fasting: What Do We Know? A Scale and Tape Measure Intermittent fasting is a technique whereby a person withholds food on a regular basis intermixed with periods of normal…
December 10, 2021
The Brain Health Benefits of L-Theanine
L-theanine, a compound found in green tea, appears to hold promise for helping improve certain aspects of mental health. In addition, L-theanine may also help to reduce the risks for Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.
December 3, 2021
The Potential Health Benefits of Stinging Nettles
Stinging nettles has long been used in folk medicine and as a food source. The herb also has recent research suggesting benefits for allergies, inflammatory conditions, diabetes, hot flashes and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
November 26, 2021
The Potential Health Benefits of Collagen
Collagen is widely used as a nutritional supplement. While there is a lot of hype, the research does suggest some potential benefits.
November 18, 2021
The Elemental Diet: A Potential Treatment for Severe Gastrointestinal Problems
The elemental diet is a rather extreme short-term diet that provides all of your food in its simplest form that doesn't require digestion. The diet appears to hold promise for treating some serious gastrointestinal conditions.
November 12, 2021
The Dangers of Phthalates
Phthalates are chemicals used in plastics and other consumer goods. The latest research suggests numerous negative health consequences associated with their exposure.
November 3, 2021
Infection As a Cause of Depression
Research suggests that chronic infections may lead to inflammation that can worsen mental health outcomes or even cause mental illness.
October 29, 2021
C-Reactive Protein: A Crucial Test for Heart Disease, Mental Health and Viral Respiratory Infections
Elevated C-reactive protein is a marker of inflammation that can increase risks for heart disease, mental health problems and more severe viral respiratory infections. When identified, elevated CRP can be addressed through several natural approaches.
October 22, 2021
The Health Benefits of Fiber
Fiber is a key component of a healthy diet with potential benefits for heart disease, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome and weight loss.
October 14, 2021
Counterfeit and Adulterated Food
While we generally assume the food we buy is authentic, in some situations, this may not actually be the case. Certain foods are fairly well known to be commonly adulterated, including olive oil, honey, and spices.
October 6, 2021
Stress, Breathing, Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Understanding how breathing and stress interrelate is key for understanding how to use breath as a tool to relax.
October 1, 2021
Ginger
Ginger is often associated with sweets and candy, yet the herb appears to have potential for helping with nausea, arthritis, migraines, allergies and preventing dementia.
September 23, 2021
Prunes: Potential Benefits for the Gut, Bones and Heart
While prunes are known mostly for helping relieve constipation, research suggests they may also help reverse bone loss and improve heart health.
September 16, 2021
Vitamin K
While most people associate vitamin K with blood clotting, the vitamin appears to have some additional roles that may have significant benefits on other aspects of health.
September 9, 2021
Potential Integrative Treatment Options for Asthma
Asthma is a common condition that can cause debilitating symptoms in response to allergic or other triggers. Standard treatments can help reduce symptoms, but aren't always fully effective. Several natural treatment options have initial clinical studies suggesting benefits for asthma treatment.
September 2, 2021
Korean Ginseng, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease
Some of the latest research suggests some promise for ginseng as a treatment for both Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
August 25, 2021
Natural Treatments for Ringworm and Athlete’s Foot
While more research is needed, there are some natural treatments that may hold promise for treating ringworm and athlete's foot.
August 20, 2021
Boron for Bone, Joint and Hormonal Health
When people think about nutrients, they likely don't think about boron. And yet, the latest research suggests boron may be important for bone and joint health.
August 11, 2021