Our fast-paced, interconnected world is seemingly fueled by non-stop, 24-hour news cycles that are a significant source of stress and anxiety. And while a little stress is a good thing
New Study: GERD is Not Caused by Stomach Acid
The “acid” in “acid reflux” may not be the direct cause of damage to the esophagus as previously suspected, according to researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Dallas VA
Protecting Memory and Enhancing Brain Function
By Jim English The human brain is one of the most elegant and complex structures ever conceived. Comprising over ten billion neurons and supportive cells, no other organized structure –
Reversing Age-Related Hair Loss and Restoring Healthy Hair Growth in Men and Women
While shedding a few hairs on a daily basis is normal, losing more than 100 hairs per day is considered excessive and may be an indication of a serious
Research Supports Anti-Aging Benefits of Traditional Tonic Herbs
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, there are three categories of tonic herbs. Each category represents one of the three key energies of the body. These energy categories are
A Practical Guide to Avoiding Drug-Induced Nutrient Depletion
A little known, but potentially life-saving fact is that common medications deplete your body of a host of vital nutrients essential to your health. In this practical guide Hyla Cass,
Vitamin D Toxicity Rare in People Who Take Supplements, Mayo Clinic Researchers Report
Over the last decade, numerous studies have shown that many Americans have low vitamin D levels and as a result, vitamin D supplement use has climbed in recent years. Vitamin D has been shown to boost bone health and it may play a role in preventing diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease and other illnesses. In light of the increased use of vitamin D supplements, Mayo Clinic researchers set out to learn more about the health of those with high vitamin D levels. They found that toxic levels are actually rare.
Common Bacteria on Verge of Becoming Antibiotic-Resistant Superbugs
Antibiotic resistance is poised to spread globally among bacteria frequently implicated in respiratory and urinary infections in hospital settings, according to new research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. The study shows that two genes that confer resistance against a particularly strong class of antibiotics can be shared easily among a family of bacteria responsible for a significant portion of hospital-associated infections….