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
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
Can Tea Fight Cavities?
Source: Can Tea Fight Cavities? by Dr. Edward Group Tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world. There are many varieties — black, oolong, pu-erh, green, and white, just to name a few. Each type is processed differently to promote varying colors, tastes, and aromas. It turns out that all tea coming from … Continue reading Can Tea Fight Cavities?
Health Benefits of Ginseng Eleuthero
Source: Health Benefits of Ginseng Eleuthero by Dr. Edward Group Chinese healers have prized eleuthero–or Eleutherococcus senticosus, also known as Siberian ginseng–for thousands of years. Though it’s not exactly a “true” ginseng, it possesses adaptogenic properties and has a well-established reputation as an energy enhancer and brain booster. Recent research reveals it does a lot more. … Continue reading Health Benefits of Ginseng Eleuthero
The Health Benefits of Tienchi Ginseng Root
Source: The Health Benefits of Tienchi Ginseng Root by Dr. Edward Group If you’re familiar with natural health, chances are you’ve heard about ginseng. Bud do you know that there are different types of ginseng? Also called Panax notoginseng, Tienchi ginseng is just one type and it promotes health and energy in a similar fashion as … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Tienchi Ginseng Root
Do You Know These 5 Benefits of the Loquat Leaf?
Source: Do You Know These 5 Benefits of the Loquat Leaf? by Dr. Edward Group Loquat, also known as Eriobotrya japonica, is a subtropical tree with a long history of use in traditional and herbal medicine. Although the loquat produces edible fruit that is rich in calcium, iron, vitamin A, and potassium, the therapeutic power … Continue reading Do You Know These 5 Benefits of the Loquat Leaf?
Plantain, a common driveway weed, is one of nature’s most powerful medicines
t's known to pop up as a persistent weed in gardens, on lawns and even in driveway cracks. But plantain is one of the most medicinally powerful "nuisance" plants that you probably aren't taking advantage of for your health, perhaps to your own detriment. Those bushy green leaves and small, stalk-like buds bear unique nutritive … Continue reading Plantain, a common driveway weed, is one of nature’s most powerful medicines
Health Benefits of 13 Species of Aloe
Source: Health Benefits of 13 Species of Aloe by Dr. Edward Group Many species of aloe are popular houseplants because they are versatile and able to thrive indoors without requiring much care. This is beneficial because live plants like aloe can improve air quality and help promote a healthier indoor environment. In fact, indoor plants are one … Continue reading Health Benefits of 13 Species of Aloe
Calm your anxiety and stress with these 10 natural herbs
Anxiety and other stress-related issues are on the rise in the United States. Anxiety disorders affect 40 million American adults, which is about one-fifth of the country's total population. Each year, millions of prescriptions are written for anti-anxiety drugs such as Valium, Xanax, and Tranxene (benzodiazepines). They are the most commonly prescribed medicines which account for almost … Continue reading Calm your anxiety and stress with these 10 natural herbs
What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
Source: What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina? by Dr. Edward Group Spirulina is cyanobacterium (blue-green algae) that grows in alkaline water. Spirulina is rich in protein and nutrients and been used as a food source in Africa for centuries. Today, spirulina powders and capsules are popular nutritional supplements. And, the rich antioxidant properties and therapeutic … Continue reading What are the Health Benefits of Spirulina?
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 