Maybe that old twinge in your knee has popped up again. Or perhaps you have a migraine that's threatening to split your head in two. So, you reach for the bottle of Celebrex or Advil, just looking for a little pain relief. Unfortunately, according to the findings of one study, if you've suffered ... Read More ›
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UPDATED:April 19, 2016
UPDATED:April 20, 2016
Millions given useless cancer screenings
I let myself believe things we’re starting to get better. I actually thought that years of shining a spotlight on the dangerous mainstream medicine practice of pushing seniors into cancer screening they don’t need may have made a difference. But it turns out I couldn’t have been more ... Read More ›
UPDATED:July 20, 2017
3 powerful health benefits of chamomile
Chances are you’ve never heard of apigenin. But after we tell you what apigenin is capable of, you’ll probably never forget it. Apigenin is a natural compound, known as a bioflavonoid, that’s found in some plants. Like most bioflavonoids it’s both an anti-inflammatory and an ... Read More ›
UPDATED:June 27, 2017
8 natural remedies to soothe your sore throat fast
So you’ve come down with a sore throat, and you’re probably thinking it’s strep and you need an antibiotic. But the truth is it probably isn’t strep. It’s true that strep (Group A Streptococcusbacteria) infections are more common during the winter. But the vast majority of sore throats are ... Read More ›
UPDATED:May 1, 2016
Kickstart your stalled metabolism with this 6 step thyroid plan
Does your metabolism seem to be limping along at a snail’s pace? Do you feel bloated, blue and exhausted all the time? Are the numbers on your scale creeping up despite your best efforts? If you suspect your thyroid’s contributing to your stalling metabolism and weight issues, you might be ... Read More ›
UPDATED:September 30, 2016
How can I get rid of hiccups? Try this balloon trick!
Hiccups are the result of an involuntary spasm of your diaphragm, which is a muscle in your chest that plays a role in breathing. As your diaphragm tightens, the space between your vocal cords closes, leading to the characteristic "hic" sound. The tightening may serve a purpose, helping to rid ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 1, 2019
NSAIDs, inflammation, & a cautionary tale
When I went through vet school, there was not much if anything mentioned about inflammation being a natural thing. Or a good thing. It might have been paid lip service, but in the same sentence it was implied that we are here to control it, as it so often acts like a bull in a china shop, causing ... Read More ›
UPDATED:April 22, 2016
Cure your irritable bowel syndrome without drugs
Picture this. You’re so sick you can’t leave the house. Your symptoms are so severe you’ve turned into a virtual hermit. But your doctor tells you it’s all in your head. Oh he uses terms like “functional” and “psychosomatic,” but it still all adds up to one thing, he doesn’t believe you’re really ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 1, 2016
Don’t toss those orange peels… Eat them!
Oranges are one of the most popular fruits in the U.S., but few eat the peel, which may be the healthiest part of the whole fruit. Citrus peels are rich in flavonoids, like hesperidin and polymethoxyflavones (PMFs), and other phytochemicals, which contribute many of their health ... Read More ›
UPDATED:August 2, 2016
The surprising link between your belly and blood pressure
If your blood pressure is creeping up you may want to give your belly some extra attention. Because, as strange as it may seem, research has found a link between gut flora and hypertension. Researchers say taking a probiotic supplement could help you lower your blood pressure. Probiotics help ... Read More ›
