Medicating Stress and Depression Away- The Search for the “Dr. Feel Good” Pill (Part II)
Dr Sarah LoBisco, ND In Part I, I discussed the prevalence of major depression in America and that the current approach to “fix” mood imbalances with a pill is not effectively addressing the root cause. I reviewed a recent study that discovered that a receptor for stress was elevated in those with major depression. The […]
Study: Beetroot Juice is Great for Heart and Kidneys
Node Smith, ND Two recent studies on beetroot juice supplements support their use in certain disorders of the heart, and as protection for the kidneys after radioactive isotopes are used for imaging techniques.1,2 Specifically, beetroot juice was found to enhance the exercise capacity of individuals with heart failure. Beetroot Juice and Heart Failure The research […]
What’s Good for Your Heart is Good for Your Brain
7 Primary Health Markers to Improve Cardiovascular Health In a recent statement by the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association, the primary 7 health markers advocated to improve cardiovascular health and prevent heart attacks and strokes were also recommended to improve cognitive function and prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.1 This is a huge […]
3 Heart Health Tonics
Heart Disease is the Number 1 Cause of Death in America Anxiety is also a very common complaint in our modern society, and the two are often intimately linked. Hypertension and coronary disease creates a stiff cardiovascular system which can add to a perpetuation of hormones which stimulate anxiety. But more than physically. the heart […]
The Low Down on High Blood Pressure and High Cholesterol and How-to Handle It
Jody Stanislaw, ND When you go to the doctor and discover you have high blood pressure or high cholesterol, the first typical recommendation that they give you, unfortunately, is a prescription drug. However, there are many natural ways to improve your cardiovascular health that also benefit your entire body, without side effects! Here are some […]
The Heart Revolution Preps to Educate and Prevent Heart Disease as the Number One Killer in the U.S.
In 2016 we saw the loss of many beloved celebrities to a common preventable condition: heart disease. Heart disease knows no bounds when it comes to claiming lives. Whether it’s former First Lady, Nancy Reagan, a Star Wars princess, Carrie Fisher, a talented musician, George Michael, America’s favorite TV mom, Florence Henderson, or one of America’s […]
Is Endurance Training Bad For You?
(NaturalPath) In 2012, researchers concluded that repeated bouts of intensive endurance exercise at the elite level may result in the pathological enlargement of the right ventricle, which is associated with potential health hazards including sudden cardiac death. According to a study out of Saarland University in Belgium and published in the medical journal Circulation, researchers […]
Lil’ Mouthy
Dr. Amy Bader, ND @AmyBaderND Hi Ladies. After last month’s article about Cardiovascular Disease, I wanted to follow up with something equally important. Strong statement, right? This part of your body not only plays a role in heart health, but also in the health of your entire body. I am talking about your MOUTH! We […]