Study Confirms Benefits of Breastfeeding by Decreasing Antibiotic-resistant Bacteria
Razi Berry A recent study confirms some of the immunological benefits of breastfeeding that holistic practitioners and midwives have been championing for generations. These benefits are specific to the antibiotic-resistance bacterial flora present in the infants’ gut. The study also studied the effects of antibiotic use on breast milk and infant gut bacteria. The study […]
Antibiotics Kill “Good” Bacteria and May Worsen Oral Infections
Razi Berry A recent research article supports what naturopathic medicine has known for generations, that antibiotics kill helpful bacteria and cause more problems than they solve. Body’s own commensal bacterial flora is effective in maintaining immune cells and killing off certain oral infections The research study has found that the body’s own commensal bacterial flora […]
Simply Drinking Water Prevents UTIs
Razi Berry Most women may instinctively drink more water to prevent recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs). However, this common practice has never been backed up by research, until now. Drinking enough water actually cuts the risk of developing a UTI in half Researchers from University of Miami, have demonstrated that drinking enough water actually cuts […]
Are Hot Dogs Making People Crazy?
Razi Berry An interesting study has recently associated hot dogs and other processed meats with the development of mania, a psychological state marked by hyperactivity, euphoria and insomnia. An analysis of over a thousand individuals with and without psychiatric conditions has suggested that nitrates – compounds used in processed meats such as hot dogs, jerky, […]
5 Ways to Prevent Cavities and Heal Teeth Naturally
Dr Sarah Cimperman, ND Most people think of tooth decay as an inevitable aspect of aging. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 3 in 4 people in the United States have dental restorations, 1 in 5 people have untreated cavities, and nearly 1 in 4 adults aged 65 years and older have […]
Are you sure it’s a Yeast Infection? Discerning and preventing vaginal infections
Dr. Sarah King ND Vaginal infections are a nuisance, leaving most women annoyed and going to the nearest drug store for an over-the-counter treatment. It’s easy to women to self-prescribe when there are multiple applications available for yeast infections, with the most recent being the “one-time pill,” fluconazole. Thinking you have a yeast infection because […]
Information on Contaminated Raw Sprouts
Sprouts are certainly a delicacy, both nutritious and tasty. They are used in salads, sandwiches and dressings by many health conscious individuals. Every few years, recalls of sprouts make headlines, and information floods popular media regarding contaminated sprouts. Its very easy for sprouts to become contaminated. They are grown in humid and heated environments which […]
Common Colds: How to support your child’s immune system, naturally
Dr Taylor Bean, ND As a mother, my heart goes out to the kiddies that fall ill. When they catch a cold you can be left feeling helpless. If the situation isn’t serious, are there things you can do at home before heading to the doctor? Yes, there are lots you can do. As a […]
Smart Kids Eat Boogers
Publisher Razi Berry These days every parent thinks their child is gifted, exceptional. One visit to a children’s museum or other place where moms gather and you will overhear the struggle of how their child is wittier, smarter, quicker, faster or more advanced than “other children.” You can, of course, relate to the sense of […]
All About Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Dr. Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND, DHANP The human microbiome (friendly intestinal flora) is a hot topic these days. The truth is that these organisms, outnumbering the total number of human cells in our bodies, are essential for health. They exert major effects on immunity, hormone balance and absorption of nutrients. Their numbers are normally smallest in […]