All Herbs Are Not Created Equal
Dr Nicola Dehlinger, ND Herbs are some of the most amazing creations under the sun. They are full of hundreds of phyto-chemicals that work synergistically to create potent medicines and nutrient-dense foods. Plants have been used medicinally since time immemorial – they have even been found at various archaeological sites dating between 8,000 and 790,000 […]
Botanical Support for Menopausal Hot Flashes
Kris Vaughan, CH The transition of menopause brings a variety of physical and emotional changes. Shifts in the estrogen and progesterone ratios bring about the common complaints of hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings. Physiologically, every woman goes through the same transition but each woman experiences this in a very different way based on […]
Spring Detox: Top 5 Dietary Changes for a Fresh Start
Sarah Cimperman, ND Spring is a season of renewal. Over the winter, as our bodies have stored energy, they’ve also stored environmental toxins. Now is the time to eliminate them. True detoxification involves several enzymes, hormones, and organs, including the liver, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, skin, lungs, adipose tissue, and lymphatic system. Comprehensive detox programs like […]
Dietary Supplement for Your Hangover
Razi Berry A product called Survivor has just been released in Europe, it is designed to improve the liver’s response to alcohol and mitigate the negative effects it has on the body. Both a blessing and a curse This could be a blessing and a curse. No one wants to have a hangover in the […]
Feeling Fatigued? Could it be Your Thyroid?
Dr Sarah Preston Hesler, ND What is the thyroid and what does it do? The thyroid is a gland located near the base of your neck, which is responsible for the body’s metabolism. The pituitary gland in your brain signals the thyroid to produce thyroid hormone which stimulates the metabolism. The thyroid is responsible for many […]
The Health Benefits of Shrubs and an Easy DIY Recipe
Dr Sarah Cimperman, ND Shrubs are a refreshing combination of sour and sweet Also known as drinking vinegars, these beverages date back centuries. They are traditionally made with vinegar, fruit, spices, and sugar. Shrubs likely started as a way to preserve summer harvest but they have medicinal benefits as well. When taken before meals, the […]
Double, double toil and trouble
Razi Berry Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn, and caldron bubble. Fillet of a fenny snake, In the caldron boil and bake; Eye of newt, and toe of frog, Wool of bat, and tongue of dog, Adder’s fork, and blind-worm’s sting, Lizard’s leg, and owlet’s wing,— For a charm of powerful trouble….. Double, double […]
Adaptogens Help You Adapt to Stress
Dr. Doni Wilson, ND Stress is the name of the game called life. We all experience stress of various forms on a daily basis. So what can we do about it, if anything? Well one thing you could do is to take herbs that help your body manage stress. Those herbs are called “adaptogens.” You […]
Simple Remedies for Childhood Digestive Complaints
Dr. Sheila Kingsbury, ND, RH (AHG) As children are growing and developing, it is expected that they’d get nausea, diarrhea or other stomach bugs from time to time. It is part of the process of educating the immune system. The most critical way to help them is to keep them hydrated. These illnesses vary quite […]
Herbs and Essential Oils for Coughs and Colds
(NaturalPath) You’re sick, you’re feeling horrible and you just want to feel better, but you also want to try and stick to natural solutions to your cold or flu. Fortunately, there are natural herbal supplements to help clear you out. Licorice Hot tea is a good way to get this amazing natural expectorant in your […]