The United States Attitudes of Consumers Toward Health, Cough, and Cold (ACHOO) was developed and conducted to understand the effects of the common cold on the daily routine of the general population. Through a 36-question survey, the researchers asked 2,505 men and women if they had had a cold in the last year. According to […]
During the late Autumn, Winter and early Spring, it is common for some individuals to suffer from what is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This disorder causes repeated depression-like episodes related to the seasons and has a prevalence in the United States anywhere from 1.5 to 9.0 percent, depending on latitude. Recurrence prevention is
Dr. Katy Nelson, ND Most of us want comfort. No matter one’s situation, from bored silly to fighting for one’s life, the human organism is designed around a core of seeking comfort, happiness, a sense of wellness, like warm sunshine after a night of dark clouds and gloom or surging, uncontrollable surprises. Comfort seeking is
In a study published by JAMA psychiatry, researchers took a look over a 25-year period at childhood television viewing and physical activity habits as it is related to cognitive function later in life. The study evaluated 3,247 participants with a diverse demographic. The researchers found that compared to those with low-TV viewing, the participants with
Dr. Jodi Vingelen, ND @VLM_Dr_Jodi Is stress overwhelming you this holiday season? Have you ever had a massage before? You say, yes. Well, when was your last massage? Oh, you don’t recall. Or, you say, no, you never had a massage. Well, today is the day to try it out. Massage therapy is a great
As ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause sunburns, wrinkles, lower immunity against infections, premature aging, and cancer, there is a permanent need for protection from UV radiation and prevention from their side effects. Antioxidants such as vitamins (vitamin C, vitamin E), flavonoids, and phenolic acids play the main role in fighting against free radical species that
Dr. Kristina Fallico, ND If you’ve ever questioned the strength of your immune system, it is important to understand why your body may be so prone to getting sick. You might just happen to be exposed to more bacteria and viruses, or perhaps there is a more root cause to be explored. Negative stress is
Dr. Cheryl Hamilton, NMD Our culture places a lot of emphasis on sex appeal for women. Sexuality is an integral part of being human and sexual intimacy contributes to healthy relationships and individual well-being. However, for many women, the word “appeal” is not a term associated with sex. Many women lack desire for sex and/or
What is the biodynamic way, and how did these practices come about? Biodynamics is a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach to farming, gardening, food, and nutrition. Biodynamics was developed in central Europe in the early 1920s by the Austrian philosopher and social reformer Rudolf Steiner, who one of the pioneers of the organic farming movement.
How I hung seasonal affective disorder in the back of my closet. I love the quality of light when summer fades into fall. It’s as if the full beaming smile of summer sunlight relaxes into a golden grin. There is a charge in the air, of anticipating holidays and gatherings with friends. It is one
