While an apple a day has been said to keep the doctor away, a new study has found that positive thoughts may also work just as well. According to experts at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, those with healthier hearts are also the same folks who don’t surround themselves with negativity. In what’s thought … Continue reading Study: Optimistic People Have Healthier Hearts
Probiotics fight depression: Healthy gut bacteria found to reduce symptoms
Taking probiotics to improve intestinal health may come with a bonus, as a new animal study revealed that the beneficial gut bacteria may also reduce depressive tendencies. A team of researchers at the Aarhus University in Denmark examined the effects of lactic acid bacteria in rat models as part of the study. The rats were divided into … Continue reading Probiotics fight depression: Healthy gut bacteria found to reduce symptoms
Does ADHD Exist?
Source: Does ADHD Exist? by Dr. Edward Group Did you catch my entry about 6 toxic causes of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? In it, I mentioned that I’d look at the other side of the argument. Is this a true neurological disorder that needs life-long medical treatment, or is the ADHD diagnosis simply an overgeneralization of … Continue reading Does ADHD Exist?
Do You Know These 6 Causes of ADHD?
Source: Do You Know These 6 Causes of ADHD? by Dr. Edward Group Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is on the rise, and the ‘disorder’ is now affecting many adults. [1]With such an influx of new diagnoses each day, many people might be wondering what is causing it. As with any disorder there is a likely contributor, or a … Continue reading Do You Know These 6 Causes of ADHD?
Herbs for anxiety: Experts share the science behind some that are most effective
As the most common mental illness in America, almost a fifth of the population suffers from anxiety disorders each year. This feeling of fear, unease or worry can range from mild to severe and can also signify conditions such as phobias, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Anti-anxiety meds only give people even more … Continue reading Herbs for anxiety: Experts share the science behind some that are most effective
The 4 Most Disturbing Facts about ADHD
Source: The 4 Most Disturbing Facts about ADHD by Dr. Edward Group Kids (and adults) with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have difficulties staying on task or finishing things, and while there are other problems associated with it, these two symptoms alone can make life tough. There are facts you should know about ADHD and here are the … Continue reading The 4 Most Disturbing Facts about ADHD
The 4 Scariest Things About Lyme Disease
Source: The 4 Scariest Things About Lyme Disease by Dr. Edward Group Lyme disease is not a new problem but it’s only been in recent years that it’s begun to get the attention it deserves. In my opinion, Lyme disease is perhaps one of the most serious, under-discussed health problems in existence. Many people are aware that … Continue reading The 4 Scariest Things About Lyme Disease
The Vicious Truth About Antidepressants and Violent Behavior
Source: The Vicious Truth About Antidepressants and Violent Behavior by Dr. Edward Group The brain is a complex organ, controlling our actions, cells, and emotions. When we mess with the brain, either inadvertently or with pharmaceutical medications, we can only expect a negative consequence in the process. If our body is exposed to toxins on a consistent … Continue reading The Vicious Truth About Antidepressants and Violent Behavior
The Power of Saffron for Mental Health
Source: The Power of Saffron for Mental Health by Dr. Edward Group Saffron is an extravagant, sweet-smelling spice commonly used in Indian, Turkish, and Persian cuisine and is closely related to turmeric. Its use in traditional health approaches has spanned thousands of years, and modern research seems to back up its commonly-reported benefits. Like any spice, saffron may … Continue reading The Power of Saffron for Mental Health
A primer on how to use essential oils to alleviate stress and anxiety
Stress is a part of everyone’s life that is simply unavoidable. Many things can cause stress, most notably work and school. It can manifest in all sorts of ways, such as sleep problems, digestive distress, and reproductive issues.Anxiety is a debilitating form of stress. It causes repeated and prolonged worrying over a lot of things that … Continue reading A primer on how to use essential oils to alleviate stress and anxiety
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 