Only our forebears know of all the uses there have been for pumpkin. Of course, Halloween has to be the most important, right? Kids love scooping out the insides and making that one-of-a-kind jack-o-lantern. But there are many more important uses for this big orange veggie. The Native Americans cultivated it for millennia before it […]
Back pain will be experienced by about 80% of the U.S. population at some point and time during their lives. Usually, the problem is mechanical in nature and the result of poor posture, repetitive movements or incorrect lifting. The most common reason for doctor visits is for back pain, which is the second most common […]
The most controversial drugs on the market are those prescribed for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). These are used by children and tied for first place with antidepressants, but they have questionable benefits and serious risks. It is controversial when medicating children with ADHD as there is no laboratory test or objective method to determine […]
Anxiety and Panic Attacks Prevalent
August 29, 2017The research published in 2015 shows anxiety and panic attacks are becoming increasingly prevalent in the U.S. and tops all forms of cancer by 800%. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) says that the prevalence of anxiety disorders, social anxiety and panic disorder may be as high as 40 million, which is about 18% […]
How Raw Chicken Can Poison You
August 28, 2017When you think of poultry, the first thing that usually comes to mind is chicken. It is one of the most common and widespread domestic animals, reaching billions in population. Its meat is low in fat and highly concentrated on the skin. A single serving of chicken has four grams of fat and 31 grams […]
Cancer deaths that are attributable to cigarette smoking varies across the United State but has reached nearly 40% of the cancer deaths in men that were connected to smoking, according to an article published online by JAMA Internal Medicine. Currently there are around 40 million current adult cigarette smokers in the U.S. and this still remains […]
It may be pricey, but the benefits of clary sage oil are priceless! This sage is of a perennial herb that grows from May to September and is a close relative of the common garden sage. If converts into an essential oil that provides outstanding benefits for your eyes, nervous system, digestion and kidneys. It’s […]
Few Americans really know the details of what the U.S Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are, even though they have heard of the FDA. I quote what they actually are to do, “FDA is responsible for protecting the public health by assuming the safety, efficacy and security of human and veterinary drugs, biological products, medical […]
The hawthorn berry comes from a dense bush with tiny red berries that are common in wooded areas and fence rows across the U.S. and throughout the world. Healers have used parts of the hawthorn traditionally for centuries. The hawthorn berry “haws” resemble tiny sweet cherries and has been used to make wine, jelly and […]
The many benefits of hyssop oil were described in ancient texts, including the Bible. This herb still provides these benefits and is used widely today. The very potent essential oil is produced when the plant is steam-distilled. The hyssop plant is native to the Mediterranean region and considered a holy plant in biblical times. It […]
