Methamphetamine (also called meth, ice, crystal, or chalk) is a highly addictive man-made stimulant / drug that comes in the form of a white, odourless crystalline powder. The drug is typically snorted, smoked or injected and, infrequently, ingested orally. The effects of meth usually last 6 to 8 hours but can last much longer in some [...]
There are more than 30 million people in the United States who suffer from some form of diabetes, and more than 84 million U.S. adults have prediabetes. As the 7th leading cause of death across the country, diabetes is traumatic condition that dramatically affects your everyday life and lasts a lifetime. Most adults are unaware of [...]
What is ibogaine? Ibogaine is a natural psychoactive substance found in the root bark of the African rain forest shrub Tabernanthe iboga. The iboga plant has been traditionally used by the Bwiti tribe in the Congo basin of Africa for healing purposes and shamanistic ritual ceremonies. Ibogaine is now becoming a popular method to treat addiction [...]
It is expected that during adulthood, our bodies change adversely depending on personal aged-based physiognomies. Therefore, each will experience age-related changes based on their genetic make-up, as well as controllable factors such as exercise and poor diet. Individuals undergo maturation as soon as they reach adulthood. It is during this stage our bodies experience degeneration of [...]
No matter what type of allergies you are experiencing, it is safe to say that we can all agree that they are not pleasant. While allergies are not pleasant no matter what type of allergy they are, it is important to understand the difference between environmental allergies vs. seasonal allergies. By being educated on environmental and [...]
As parents, getting our kids to acquire healthy habits while they are still young is extremely important. We always want what is best for our children even if we have to force them into making something “horrendous” (at least to them) a habit, such as eating vegetables. Children can easily pick up a habit—both good or [...]
Recent reports about the opioid epidemic have gotten people to think twice about prescription medication. The old adage about “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” is being taken to a literal extreme. People want alternative forms of medicine that offer the same positives without the negative side effects. Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) treatments [...]
Many of us begin using sleeping pills when we have trouble falling asleep. A sleeping pill may be a quick method of solving our sleep related issues, but does its good outweigh the harm it does to our mental and physical self? Sleeping pills can be harmful to your health and may cause serious issues in [...]
Sleep is an important part of everybody’s life. Good sleep influences your health, feelings, your ability to work or study, and your life in general. Sleep helps people to be happy. When you sleep enough, you have more energy and motivation to achieve your goals, and do well to others. Numerous trifles cause good, comfortable and [...]
Anti-aging lessons are something that you can use when you realize that you have to do some things that will be good for you. You should consider applying these anti-aging tips because they can change the way that you will live your life. You just have to be sure that you make the right anti-aging changes [...]
The short answer is yes, yes it does. Serrapeptase is especially effective in those cases where the patient is struggling with problems related to, or stemming from, chronic inflammation. If you would like the longer and more detailed answer, first you would need to brush up on your basic information regarding what exactly inflammation is, what [...]
A lot of common treatments for depression include prescription antidepressant medications, which help balance neurotransmitters in the brain that affect emotions and mood. In addition to medications, there is a wide range of psychological treatments for depression. Psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and interpersonal therapy are just some of the most common methods used for treating [...]
Medical marijuana has caused a stir in the health industry. This is because of the medicinal value of marijuana. Researchers have found that medical marijuana is becoming a popular treatment today, therefore, many people choose to purchase the medicinal herb online. For instance, online headshop registered an increase in sales as Americans get more enlightened on [...]
With modern life being as hectic as it often is, it is more important than ever that we strive to look after ourselves and that includes making sure we rest well. There are many benefits to getting consistent, high quality rest, but for many it can prove to be elusive. So, it is with this in [...]
Switching from a traditional lifestyle to a natural lifestyle can be one of the smartest choices you ever make. There's a lot of appeal to living a natural lifestyle, including improved health, less stress, and much more. Knowing how to make the switch, though, can be a bit confusing at first. Even if you wake up [...]
Improving blood flow is something many of us need to do because we have noticed that we have circulation issues that we can't quite explain. The only way for us to get better blood flow is to make sure that we try some things that may be new to our bodies. Basically, you are trying to [...]
We all know that vitamins and minerals are essential to having a healthy body. Unfortunately, many people do not get the recommended amount of vitamins and minerals each day. In fact, many Americans have vitamin deficiencies, in one or more vitamin types. But, how do you know what vitamins you are deficient in and which ones [...]
Surgery is one of those things that can be incredibly terrifying for some folks. Our minds tend to lead us down a path of every possible bad scenario we could go down. Throw in the fact that some surgeries are needed to save a life and the anxiety goes right through the roof. To make things [...]
If you or someone close to you has a problem with snoring, maybe you will want to learn a little bit more about this phenomenon. It seems like a pretty simple thing -- watching it from the distance -- but there are many critical aspects and facts that you should know about snoring. Some of them [...]
Anxiety affects 18 percent of adults, which is about 40 million Americans between the ages of 18 and 54. It’s something that can be treated a number of ways, from prescription medication to meditation to natural supplements. Beyond these, studies also show that cannabis consumption, in the form of CBD oil, can help alleviate symptoms of [...]
There are many reasons why more and more people are using CBD hemp edibles. Unlike over-the-counter medications, CBD hemp edibles are natural supplements, which means that taking these in the right dosage will not harm any organs in the body. Consumers also vouched for the effectiveness and the benefits of these products. Because these products come [...]
There are numerous ways to beat a drug addiction -- from electing to go “cold turkey” to opting for some form of treatment at outpatient rehab. Others opt for what has been shown to be the safest route for individuals having problems with substance use: an inpatient drug rehab center. Going [...]
When researching rehab facilities, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the wide variety of choice. Some centers may not offer what you’re looking for whereas others may be a perfect fit for your particular needs. Many people immediately think of Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous when deciding on rehab options, mainly because they both stem from [...]
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health published by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) in 2015, around 1.5 million Americans use cocaine on a monthly basis. This represents a significant portion of American society although the fact is that the figures almost certainly don’t reveal the full truth. There are around [...]
