Using Parasitic Worms for Lowering Inflammation
Razi Berry Parasitic worms could hold the key to living longer and free of chronic disease, according to a review article published today in the open-access eLife journal. The review looks at the growing evidence to suggest that losing our ‘old friend’ helminth parasites, which used to live relatively harmlessly in our bodies, can cause […]
The History of Castor Oil: The Incredible Vegetable Oil (Part 2)
Dr. Marisol Teijeiro N.D. As the saying goes, history repeats itself. Especially if we don’t listen to the teachings of our elders and forefathers, the sages and wise women before us. Those who have done the time, and have left us countless treasures that we need not search far and wide for. In fact, they […]
Is Raw Food Safe for Pets?
Dr. Ruth Roberts, DVM, CVA, CVH, CVFT Feeding your pet whole foods is a great way to avoid the mysterious and possibly dangerous ingredients that find their way into commercial pet food. Many pet parents opt for raw or home cooked diets to feed their furry friend wholesome foods. Unfortunately, raw food may cause just […]
Study: Wormwood Tea Effective at Treating Schistosomiasis
Razi Berry A recent study on the effects of sweet wormwood tea to treat schistosomiasis suggests a much more benign and accessible treatment for the common parasitic disease.1 Schistosomiasis Schistosomiasis is incredibly under-researched, yet is a fairly common parasitic infection in tropical places where sanitation conditions are questionable. The World Health Organization calls the disease […]
A New Mechanism of Essential Oil Respiratory Protection- The Lung Microbiome: Part I
Sarah LoBisco, ND The Healing Scents of Fall A few weeks ago, I posted an article that describes “Four Ways that Autumn Embraces Us with its Aromas of Health and Well-being.” In it, I discussed how our exposure to distinct fall odors provides evidence for the kindness of mother nature, our innate knowledge to thrive, […]