Diet During Pregnancy

Queen Mary University of London in the United Kingdom led a research that revealed how a mother’s diet during pregnancy could permanently affect her child’s attributes. This could also explain how diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity are inherited. It also was shown that attributes, such as weight, could be shaped by genetic […]

Butter Or No Butter

We’ve always been told to stay away from butter, but scientist have found that it actually has little negative impact on total mortality and does not worsen cardiovascular health. In fact, according to research published in PLOS One, it may help to protect against diabetes. The U.S. Department of Agriculture noted in 2014 that consumption […]

Hope Springs Eternal: Complementary Medicine

It is debilitating- going from one doctor to another, trying to find that one cure that will put an end to your medical ordeal. Sometimes it just gets frustrating trying out different health care approaches and still not getting what you expect from them. So just before you lose that last tinge of hope left […]

Grow Your Own Anti-Cancer Herbs

Growing your own herb garden is fulfilling. Even if you have limited or no outdoor garden space, an indoor herb garden is a perfect solution for all of us avid gardeners. Growing your own mint, basil, parsley, thyme, sage, rosemary, oregano, cilantro, nasturtium, Aloe Vera, ginger, turmeric, hot pepper and cherry tomatoes can be very […]

Are You Overeating

If you are overeating you may be setting yourself up to a vicious cycle that will promote obesity. The results of a new study suggests one way this cycle works is that when the gut senses too many calories, it shuts off a hormone that tells the brain that we are full. Researchers at Thomas […]

Are High Protein Diets Too Good To Be True?

Can we really lose weight while eating steak, burgers, cheese and bacon? The high protein diets like Atkin’s and Zone can work, but consider the pros and cons before you choose. Western women need 50 grams of protein per day and men 60. With a high protein diet we could consume much more. It’s best […]

Baby Food For Thought

I found an article in the local newspaper that I thought was interesting and often asked by new mothers. Dr. Claire McCarthy is a primary care pediatrician at Harvard-affiliated Boston Children’s Hospital, and much of the information came from her. Apparently research has instigated three big changes where feeding infants and young children are involved: […]

Oatmeal & Diabetes

  A popular breakfast food made from oats is Oatmeal (porridge). You can purchase different types including rolled oats, instant, steel-cut and even microwave oatmeal. No matter which kind you choose, it is best to buy the organic kind. And, by now I’m sure you have heard that by using the microwave, it destroys the […]

Emotion Freedom Technique

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT or Tapping) is a fast, easy and effective way to reduce anxiety, clear emotional blocks and become more peaceful and focused in all areas of your life. It has been indicated through studies over twenty years ago that acute or chronic psychological stress can lead to DNA damage. Dr. Douglas Brodie, […]

Common Thanksgiving Health Woes

Thanksgiving is a time for families to get together. With it comes the ruckus of roughhousing and cooking too much food at any given time. With so many people inside the house, it’s no wonder that accidents and mishaps happen – and your health can be compromised. Here are some of the common health woes […]