Taking hemp extract can bring significant benefits to mental and physical health. The extract contains cannabidiol (CBD), a natural substance that can provide stress relief to people, allowing it to serve as an alternative treatment for anxiety disorders. Four out of every five visits to healthcare professionals come from severe stress. Environmental, emotional, mental, and physical factors can increase stress to levels that disturb … Continue reading Can hemp extract with CBD boost your overall health and reduce stress levels?
Understanding your endocannabinoid system and the role it plays in your health
As the United States finally starts to emerge from the Dark Ages of Cannabis Prohibition, it’s important to shout from the rooftops the scientific fact that the human body was made for cannabis. In case you didn’t know, your body contains a unique system of receptors that’s designed to utilize the many natural cannabinoids found in cannabis, which … Continue reading Understanding your endocannabinoid system and the role it plays in your health
Poor man’s ginseng found to protect against liver damage
Poor man’s ginseng or Gynostemma pentaphyllum is an herb that is native to South East Asia. The ancient Chinese believed that it could prolong life so they called it the “herb of immortality.” But poor man’s ginseng doesn’t just promote longevity, it also treats damaged liver. In a recent study published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine, … Continue reading Poor man’s ginseng found to protect against liver damage
The effects of quercetin on intestinal and vascular smooth muscle
In this study, researchers from the University of Alberta in Canada investigated quercetin and its effect on gallbladder smooth muscle, in particular, if it could relax gallbladder smooth muscles. The results of their study were published in the journal Nutrition Research. Quercetin is a phytoestrogen and a flavonoid that can relax intestinal and vascular smooth muscle. The researchers used … Continue reading The effects of quercetin on intestinal and vascular smooth muscle
Can essential oils prolong the shelf life of bread?
Essential oils are commonly used for aromatherapy and pain relief, but due to their wealth of active components, they can also be used for other things. Studies reveal that essential oils are also potent food preservatives. Researchers from Ghent University in Belgium further explored their potential, particularly in the preservation of bread from fungal spoilage. Their review, which … Continue reading Can essential oils prolong the shelf life of bread?
The 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea, a caffeine-free beverage
Osmanthus (Osmanthus fragrans) tea is a caffeine-free beverage. Various studies determined that this fruity and floral scented tea offers many health benefits, such as promoting weight loss and detoxification. Osmanthus is a flowering plant in the family Oleaceae. This plant is sometimes used as an ingredient in skincare products. Here are the 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea. It … Continue reading The 12 health benefits of osmanthus tea, a caffeine-free beverage
Beat cystic acne with these herbal treatments
Acne can affect a person’s confidence, especially when you have a condition like cystic acne. The most severe type of acne, this condition causes large, painful cysts to appear on your face and on other parts of your body. To relieve the symptoms of cystic acne, try some natural remedies like aloe vera or green tea extract. … Continue reading Beat cystic acne with these herbal treatments
Longjack can stimulate bone formation by improving expression of mitogenic proteins
In this study, researchers from the National University of Malaysia investigated the bone-forming ability of longjack (Eurycoma longifolia) and its potential as a natural treatment for osteoporosis in men. Their results were published in theJournal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine. Longjack has attracted the interest of scientists because of its ability to stimulate bone formation in androgen-deficient … Continue reading Longjack can stimulate bone formation by improving expression of mitogenic proteins
Valerian Root Benefits: How to Use Nature’s Wonder Root
Source: Valerian Root Benefits: How to Use Nature’s Wonder Root by Dr. Edward Group When Hippocrates had a headache, it's possible he enjoyed a nice steaming cup of valerian root tea. The ancient Greek physician was one of the first to describe the therapeutic benefits of valerian root. Since the early days in Greece and Rome, … Continue reading Valerian Root Benefits: How to Use Nature’s Wonder Root
Burdock Root Benefits: How Can You Use This Powerful Plant?
Source: Burdock Root Benefits: How Can You Use This Powerful Plant? by Dr. Edward Group Today, more and more people are discovering the health benefits of burdock root, particularly for skin, digestion, and detoxification. What's more, you can enjoy this little-known gem as a tasty root vegetable!Burdock has some interesting Trivial Pursuit or Jeopardy facts surrounding … Continue reading Burdock Root Benefits: How Can You Use This Powerful Plant?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 