Every year, millions of Americans have a mixture of corticosteroids and numbing medications injected into their lower backs in an attempt to get rid of back pain (and many more do so to relieve pain during childbirth). The steroids are injected into the epidural space of your spine, which is the area outside of the sac of … Read More
… Yes, the "Beer Ingredient!" Hops are most known for their starring role in beer brewing, but did you know hops are actually a form of herbal medicine that’s been utilized since ancient times? It’s thought that hops originated in Egypt and as early as the first century A.D. hops were described as a "salad plant.”[i] For … Read More
Earlier this year the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned against taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) in doses over 325 milligrams (mg) due to the risks of potentially fatal liver damage. It seems they’re slowly starting to get it, because now the FDA has again reversed another long-held position on a popular painkille … Read More
Nearly 1 million Americans have a heart attack each year. This occurs when blood flow to a part of your heart becomes blocked, typically by a blood clot. Blockage is more likely to occur if you have a buildup of plaque, fat or cholesterol in your arteries, causing them to become thicker and harder. … Read More
Valerian, a flowering plant native to Europe and Asia, has been valued for its mild sedative properties since ancient times. Hippocrates was among those who described its therapeutic uses, and it was prescribed for insomnia as early as the 2nd century. … Read More
Well summer is FINALLY right around the corner here in the Western World, and what better way to welcome it than with a freshly prepared bowl of salsa. Unlike traditional salsas that are based on tomatoes, this summer salsa has papaya and pineapple as its base. With just the right amount of spice and citrus, plus jicama f … Read More
When you’re young your muscles continue to grow bigger and stronger, even if you put in very little effort. But by the time you reach 40, and by some estimates perhaps by the age of 30, your muscles will start to gradually lose tone and function. This process, known as sarcopenia (muscle loss with aging), can eat away up … Read More
When Dave started taking Heal-n-Soothe®, the first thing he noticed was it ended the nausea and stomach pain caused by his pain meds almost overnight. For Dave, that alone was enough to continue taking it. But the real surprise came a few months later. Having had two lower back surgeries, Dave’s regular d … Read More
Here is a delicious soup I absolutely love, because it is also a powerhouse source of nutrition. It contains key ingredients that can help fight inflammation and pain, lower bad cholesterol, and more. In fact, here is a quick rundown of the key health benefits of each of the ingredients. Olive Oil Olive oil provides ant … Read More
Aches, pains, coughs, cuts and burns needn’t send you to the drug store in the middle of the night. Often you can soothe what ails you using plants, herbs and foods you already have at home. But the best part about using home cures isn’t the convenience factor — it’s the ability to heal your body safely, naturally and, of … Read More