Animal bites and scratches happen all the time – a dog you thought was friendly might try to bite your hand or a cat that thinks you came too close might take a swipe at you. Whenever these incidents happen, the most common thing people do would be to seek immediate medical care. However, after SHTF, professional natural … Continue reading First Aid 101: How to treat animal bites post-SHTF
How low is too low? Lowering “bad” cholesterol by using medication could be bad for you, warn experts
Is there really “good” cholesterol and “bad” cholesterol? The medical community has branded low density lipoprotein, or LDL, cholesterol “bad” because high levels are linked to plaque buildup in the arteries, heart disease, and risk of ischemic stroke. However, a new study from Penn State University argues that LDL cholesterol is necessary in moderate amounts. LDL cholesterol … Continue reading How low is too low? Lowering “bad” cholesterol by using medication could be bad for you, warn experts
Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly
Immune function declines with age, and this decline is said to be largely influenced by the composition of a person’s gut microbiota. The gut microbiota protects the digestive system from external pathogens by modulating immune responses. However, aging reduces the diversity of the gut microbiota, and this leads to unfavorable conditions, such as frailty, increased susceptibility to … Continue reading Researchers look at the benefits of probiotic supplementation in elderly
World Ready to Freak?
Though it is still early to make predictions, if the coronavirus epidemic explodes in a place outside China the entire world will freak. Already Singapore’s prime minister is urging citizens to stay calm following a wave of panic buying that emptied many supermarket shelves of essential goods after the government raised the risk alert level over the … Continue reading World Ready to Freak?
India says COW URINE could cure coronavirus… the hard part is gulping it without getting kicked
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced a highly unusual alleged cure for the Wuhan coronavirus (CoVid-19) that definitely falls into the so-called “alternative” medicine category: cow urine. The Hindu Mahasabha, a century-old group that promotes a system of Hindu nationalism known as Hindutva, or “Hinduness,” has officially declared, with Modi’s blessing, that “consuming cow urine and cow … Continue reading India says COW URINE could cure coronavirus… the hard part is gulping it without getting kicked
Cannabis could be an alternative treatment for pain and sleeping troubles
Pain and insomnia are two pretty common health issues, which is why there is no shortage of medication on the market targeting these conditions. However, individual sleep and pain meds and combination drugs like Tylenol PM come with a host of serious side effects that many people are unwilling to take on. Now, a new … Continue reading Cannabis could be an alternative treatment for pain and sleeping troubles
Epigenetic Signature Found in Blood Predicts Chances of Getting Breast Cancer
If a woman could get a blood test telling her whether or not she’s likely to develop breast cancer, preventative measures could be taken, doctors could monitor her health, and she could explore potential options even before the cancer has started. A blood test like this could be possible as a result of new research … Continue reading Epigenetic Signature Found in Blood Predicts Chances of Getting Breast Cancer
How long do you have to boil water for it to be drinkable?
In an SHTF situation, knowing even the littlest of facts can spell the difference between life and death. Or in a normal day, the difference between comfort and the constant need to go to the bathroom. (h/t to DoomAndBloom.net)Take water, for example.Despite its abundance in our surroundings, not every drop of water you find is safe … Continue reading How long do you have to boil water for it to be drinkable?
Here Are 7 Reasons Why You Need a Cleanse
Source: Here Are 7 Reasons Why You Need a Cleanse by Dr. Edward Group Do you often get tired or feel like you have "brain fog"? Do you have skin blemishes you can’t seem to get rid of? Or maybe you just feel bloated or constipated now and then? When you eat sugar, gluten, meat, dairy, … Continue reading Here Are 7 Reasons Why You Need a Cleanse
Nutrients and brain health: Which ones are great for improving mental health?
An increasing number of studies suggest that supplementation with a combination of micronutrients benefits people with mental health issues. The results of randomized controlled trials show that vitamin and mineral supplements are effective alternative medications for people with psychiatric conditions. According to experts, supplementation allows people to meet their daily nutritional requirements, which helps ensure optimal brain functioning. … Continue reading Nutrients and brain health: Which ones are great for improving mental health?
