Since the earliest times, people sought plants that could heal their ailments. Although today we rely on the achievements of the pharmaceutical industry, we sometimes forget that the vast majority of commercial remedies are derived from herbs, trees and shrubs. Many of the most potent healing plants don’t grow in exotic and remote places, but can [...]
Chronic insomnia is a problem that many people suffer from, and even when they fall asleep the quality can vary tremendously. A healthy sleep habit is crucial when it comes to energy levels and can make the difference between being in a constant state of slumber versus having a positive, fresh, sharp mind. Sleep scientists have [...]
On July 19th, my beloved father passed. This day marked the end of his long and painful nine-and a-half-year journey. He was no longer weak, unable to walk or stand and stressed by the overwhelming nature of his illness. My dad was finally free. I loved him dearly and we were very close, so his death [...]
Treating opioid addiction is notoriously difficult. Opioids are among the most addictive substances known to science and despite many advances in providing addicts with appropriate treatment options relapse rates are still very high. It is therefore vital that we develop effective treatment protocols for helping those who are fighting an opioid addiction and there are now [...]
Do you oftentimes find yourself lacking energy and struggling to stay awake during the day? Sure, you are not the only one. You have probably heard time after time that getting more sleep is the answer to all your problems. Sleep will greatly help, but for many individuals it can truly be hard to achieve a [...]
Ever lived with someone who snores? If you have, then this article is for you! Essential oils can help with snoring and allow a person to get more sleep. Did you know that 45% of normal adults snore occasionally and 25% snore on a daily basis? That is a significant percentage of the population, and that number [...]
(Image Source) Optimal hormone balance is extremely important for the female body. This does not mean that men are not affected by fluctuations in hormones. The only difference is that women experience the adverse affects of poor hormonal health far more acutely than men. Puberty, monthly menstrual cycles, pregnancy and menopause all contribute to a sustained [...]
Essential Oils began to gain ground again around 2005 after a decline through the Nineties and have been going strong ever since. However, what makes essential oils so special? What is it that keeps drawing people back to them, even after decades of lost interest and a reputation as having been “Hippy Oils”? The answer comes [...]
If you’ve recently gone through a trying divorce, it's likely that worry, strain and trauma have taken center stage in your life. Battling the effects of stress can be hard and coping with daily challenges often leads to turning to bad behaviors and unhealthy habits to deal with troubling times. Stress is often times inevitable, but how [...]
Some medical issues can cause problems getting around the home easily. Most homes are not made for medical conditions and when an injury or illness happens, your loved one struggles with the day to day healing process. The sheer number of ways that a home can suddenly be difficult to navigate is plentiful. Today we have [...]
We all have a certain amount of stress that we experience every single day. Sure, there might be some days where there is no stress at all, like when you have decided to stay in bed all day while watching movies and eating pizza that you had delivered to your home. However, other than those types [...]
Throughout our whole history, human are always looking for a magic anti-aging method, a Fountain of Youth, which would stop or at least pause aging. Although the panacea has not been invented yet, various anti-aging tools today allow a person to slow their aging, look younger, and feel more energized. In recent years, human growth hormone (HGH) [...]
The impact our house and living environment have on our health is something we rarely consider. In fact, most the people spend at least half of their lives without realizing the importance of the above. The quality of our life depends significantly on our lifestyle and the living environment we create for ourselves. For this reason, [...]
Stretch marks are a result of over-stretching of the skin, which can be caused by pregnancy, rapid weight gain and puberty. Of course, most of these unappealing marks are caused by pregnancy, since an estimated 90 percent of pregnant women end up with them on their abdomen, upper thighs and buttocks. This is just the body’s [...]
It’s estimated a huge 8 out of every 10 Americans will suffer back issues at some point in life, with lower back pain now being considered the leading cause of physical disability. Whilst back pain hugely varies from person to person with many different causes and symptoms, it’s not hard to see that it’s a widespread [...]
There are many sleep issues that affect a lot of us every night and carry on through the working day as we feel the effects. This can range from simple problems with our sleeping arrangements or more serious issues such as sleeping disorders. Some of these issues can be solved by changing our environment or the [...]
The best way to rid your life of drugs and alcohol is through a program that is right for you. Of course, there are many Drug and Alcohol Rehab Programs to choose from. The following are a few tips on your rehabilitation, so you will have the best chance of success. "The best way to [...]
There’s counseling, pills, and indoor facilities, yet there are trees, grains of sand and the great outdoors too. Nature has ways to entertain as well as heal. Some people are prescribed drugs to alleviate symptoms or eradicate an illness. Others are advised to find solace and solutions in the outdoors. However, it’s not just theoretical advice; [...]
Although considered unhealthy by some in the past few years, virgin coconut oil is, by far, one of the best sources of saturated fats, which are beneficial to the body. Unlike other saturated fat sources, such as vegetable oil, coconut oil is packed with medium-chain triglycerides that make a big difference to our health. "Virgin [...]
Around 50 percent of Americans snore, some occasionally, others every night. If you’re a snorer, you know what havoc it can wreak on your own sleep, not to mention that of your bed partner. Snoring happens when your airways become clogged or obstructed while you sleep. This happens because the deeper you sleep, the more your [...]
Many people become alarmed when they hear genetic carrier screening commonly because they do not understand what it is. Genetic carrier screening is a blood test performed on individuals planning to conceive a child or are already expecting a child. The results of this test tell your doctor if you carry a gene that may lead [...]
An Environment That’s Not Conducive To Health Part of physical health is mental health, but eating healthy is equally important, and in America, this is likely going to be the exception rather than the norm. There are many reasons for this, among them technology which has brought changes to what the word “food” applies to. Not [...]
Low levels of testosterone can lead to a number of significant problems such as poor sex life, mood swings, poor focus, depression etc. Besides going for treatment options that often come with side effects, you can turn to certain foods that help in increasing the lower levels of testosterone in men. Without much ado, let’s look [...]
Most of us want to be healthier, and we also want to live a more eco-friendly sustainable lifestyle. What a lot of people don’t realize is that these two concepts are closely intertwined and often go hand-in-hand. There are changes, many of which are simple and inexpensive, that you can make in your life that will [...]
