By David Levine, Health Writer Everyone loses muscle strength as they get older, and that's a normal part of aging... right? Well, yes and no. Let me explain. No matter how old you are, your muscle tissue--like all other tissues--continuously breaks down. But like other tissues, it can be built back up. When you' … Read More
A New Look at FAT — Because it Doesn’t “Just Sit There”
by James B. LaValle, Pharmacist, Nutritionist, Naturopath The discovery of "leptin" in 1994 created an explosion of interest in the "biology of white adipose tissue" - otherwise known as FAT. You probably remember those photos of seriously obese mice sitting next to their slender littermates - and the only difference betwee … Read More
A New Look at FAT… Because it Doesn’t “Just Sit There”
by James B. LaValle, Pharmacist, Nutritionist, Naturopath The discovery of "leptin" in 1994 created an explosion of interest in the "biology of white adipose tissue" - otherwise known as FAT. You probably remember those photos of seriously obese mice sitting next to their slender littermates - and the only difference bet … Read More
Blood Sugar Regulation — Fact vs. Fiction
While the internet and technology in general has worked to make our lives more efficiently and convenient, it has also increased the spread of misinformation. We can now make dinner reservations and buy movie tickets online, physicians can get x-rays within minutes and we can video chat with mom from half way around the worl … Read More
When Exercise Hurts… Here’s What To Do
By Herb Borkland, Health Writer Too many Americans do not get enough exercise. Public polls say the top three reasons are: 1) You don't have time; 2) You can't make the commitment to stick to an exercise routine; and 3) Exercise HURTS! Hurts? Common sense tells you exercise should not be painful if done correctly. Feel … Read More
Discover Natural Approaches… to Healthier Muscles and Joints
By David Levine, Health Writer The creaky knees and achy back of old age are a well-known stereotype. Of course, it's based in truth. As we age, muscles shorten and lose some elasticity. The soft tissues that hold joints together stiffen. Bones lose density. Conventional medicine typically offers cover-up treatments for th … Read More
Say Goodbye to Osteoarthritis… The All-Natural Way!
By David Levine, Health Writer When people talk about arthritis, many are referring to the most common form of the disease, called osteoarthritis. It causes pain, swelling, stiffness and, at its worst, can be totally debilitating for millions of Americans. Osteoarthritis is the degeneration of the cartilage that cushions t … Read More
Let’s Talk Sex! Why Too Much and Too Little is Unhealthy
By Robert Chu, Ph.D., L.Ac Sex feels good. And the proper amount of sex can help maintain your physical and emotional health. Sex is important for relationships, not just emotionally, but for the organ systems as well. But balance is the key. Did you know that having too little or too much sex can both lead to unhealthy co … Read More
How To Be Healthy… Even in Hard Times
By Herb Borkland, Health Writer The Dow is falling! The dollar is shrinking! The economy is tanking! We all need to take a deep breath and chill out.. Slowdowns are an unavoidable part of regular financial cycles. We go through these business slumps every so often, and our economy always comes roaring back, stronge … Read More
If Politics Makes You Sick…
"Politics makes me sick," President William Howard Taft said. Election stress also gives regular citizens their share of backaches and heart troubles. If you take it too seriously, politics can be dangerous to your health. All healers agree stress is a killer. No candidate's office is worth voters developing backaches or hea … Read More