The Centers for Disease Control estimates that chronic pain affects 50 million adults in the United States. Trying to manage pain is difficult and trying to manage pain without drugs, even more challenging. Harvard Medical School recently identified several natural methods that are effective. Obviously, pain is an indication that something is wrong in the body, so be sure that you consult a doctor if pain persists.
The latest advancement in natural skincare products is bakuchiol—a serum derived from plants, often called the “natural retinol alternative.” It hit the stores in 2019 and caused a sensation. It’s easy to glance at the natural skincare lines and find a multitude of products boasting about this new ingredient. So, is bakuchiol the next great hope in skin care? Read on to find out.
December 1, 2019
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non-dairy, oat milk; milkAccording to the American Heart Association, high cholesterol affects one in every three Americans. Many factors play a role in a person’s cholesterol levels, including family history, type of diet and exercise levels. To find out more about cholesterol, and how we can keep cholesterol levels in a healthy range, read on.
November 2, 2019 Allergy, Education, Healthy Food, Healthy Living, Nutrition Leave a comment non-dairy, oat milk; milkFor anyone who is watching calories or blood sugar levels, rice is often treated like an unwanted cousin at a family reunion. This is not entirely fair. All rice is not created equal and many varieties exist that are healthy choices to the non-nutritious, high in starch, white-rice variety.
October 3, 2019 Allergy, Education, Healthy Food, Healthy Living, Nutrition Leave a comment non-dairy, oat milk; milkOat milk is the latest contender in non-dairy milks, sometimes called “nut milks.” It is similar to other non-dairy milks on the market–soy, rice, coconut or almond milks. Unlike these other non-dairy milks, it’s a bit more versatile because it has a creamy consistency and it does not separate when it comes into contact with hot beverages. It’s the perfect choice for a non-dairy latte!
Cortisol is often known as one of our “stress hormones.” It’s a hormone that causes several reactions when our bodies are exposed to a fight or flight type of stress. It causes a release of gluocse into the bloodstream, and reproductive or digestive systems shift into a sleep mode so your body can deal with the threat. This is a fabulous feature for those moments when a grizzly bear crosses our path, but for most Americans, this is a rare occurrence. Nevertheless, biology wins out and cortisol is released when we feel stressed, even if the stressor is not life threatening.
Kombucha is a fermented tea, made by fermenting yeast with black tea and sugar. It has been around for thousands of years, originating in Asia. One story says that it was named after a Korean physician “Kombu” who healed Emperor Inyko of Japan with the tea. Then, the tea took on Kombu’s name, “Kombu” + “cha” (which means tea.)
Have you ever pursued relaxation and not been able to achieve it? Or wished for more creativity and not been able to find it? Our brain has the ability to enter into various states. Most commonly known are probably the alpha state, a calm, meditative place and the delta state, when we are in a deep, dreamless state. Our brain also spends time in the beta state when we are working on problem solving and the gamma state, which is often associated with creativity or inspiration. Now, it’s possible to help your mind get into a different state when it has eluded you in the past, using PSiO therapy.
Cannabidiol, a molecule derived from the cannabis plant is commonly referred to as CBD. This one molecule is becoming the current wonder drug. But can it really do all that people claim? Let’s sort through the hype to discover the benefits of this medicinal treatment.
May is Arthritis Awareness Month. We often hear the word “arthritis” but what is it and how can we prevent it, or treat it? While many types of arthritis exist, it is possible to improve quality of life through a variety of means. To find out, read on.
