Researchers at the University of California say that participants who took about 500 milligrams of vitamin C supplements per day saw a 24 per cent drop in plasma C-reactive protein (CRP) levels after two months. Recent research suggests that CRP may be a better predictor of heart disease than cholesterol levels. "C-reactive protein is a marker of … Continue reading Using Vitamin C for Heart Disease, Cancer and Cell Protection
Low Testosterone in Men: Signs, Causes, & Solutions
Source: Low Testosterone in Men: Signs, Causes, & Solutions by Dr. Edward Group Testosterone plays a vital role in male sexuality. This hormone gives men their deep voice, facial hair, and sexual drive. As men grow older, it’s natural for testosterone levels to decline, but levels can drop prematurely due to other factors. Signs and symptoms … Continue reading Low Testosterone in Men: Signs, Causes, & Solutions
Could We Use Epigenetics and Diet to Fix Binge Eating?
Our eating habits can definitely be changed for the worse because of stress, but the reason for an uncontrollable bout of eating may not just be psychological. An underlying epigenetic influence was recently discovered to play a role in binge eating. A new mice study published in Cell Metabolism suggests that a mother’s stress level when she’s … Continue reading Could We Use Epigenetics and Diet to Fix Binge Eating?
Keto dessert recipe: This delicious low-carb cheesecake will satisfy your sweet tooth
Most people dread diets, especially those who think that dieting means you’re no longer allowed to eat your favorite snacks and treats. But thanks to this keto-friendly recipe, you can occasionally eat a slice of low-carb cheesecake. What is the ketogenic (keto) diet? The keto diet can be physically grueling, especially for those who regularly eat meals that are … Continue reading Keto dessert recipe: This delicious low-carb cheesecake will satisfy your sweet tooth
Baking soda and lemon juice: A great combo for skin and gut health
People swear by different home remedies for common health complaints. Popular ones include ingredients like baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and lemon juice. But can these remedies effectively address acne or digestive issues? Research suggests that when used together, baking soda and lemon juice offer various health benefits. pH levels: Acidic, alkaline, and neutral solutions The use of baking soda in … Continue reading Baking soda and lemon juice: A great combo for skin and gut health
Compounds in citrus fruits and orange juice found to improve gut health
Taking care of your gut is important for supporting your overall health. One of the ways to improve gut health is to consume orange juice and other citrus fruits, according to a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. In this study, a team of researchers from Sao Paulo State University (UNESP) and the University of Sao Paulo (USP) in Brazil examined … Continue reading Compounds in citrus fruits and orange juice found to improve gut health
Thyroid Cancer & Iodine
Medical ignorance is epidemic and nowhere is this more evident than in how contemporary medicine views and treats thyroid cancer. Overtreatment of thyroid cancer with radioactive iodine is rampant even though there is substantial uncertainty about the indications for radioactive iodine for thyroid cancer. Radioactive iodine absorbed by the thyroid can injure the gland. There was a large increase … Continue reading Thyroid Cancer & Iodine
Concentrated Nutritional Medicine
The protocols of Natural Allopathic Medicine that I first introduced in Survival Medicine for the 21st Century are distant cousins of the Myer’s cocktail formulated so many years ago. Yet there are a few big differences that put medicine back in the hands of the end user and lay practitioner, furthering the outcome of medical freedom. It is generally … Continue reading Concentrated Nutritional Medicine
Reasons to eat chia seeds, the fiber-rich superfood
Chia seeds are popular among health buffs for a reason. This superfood is tiny but packed with many vitamins and minerals. Eating chia seeds can also boost your heart health. The nutrient profile of chia seeds Chia seeds refer to the tiny black seeds of the plant Salvia hispanica, which is related to mint. In ancient times, Aztecs … Continue reading Reasons to eat chia seeds, the fiber-rich superfood
How naturopathy helps with controlling cholesterol
Is cholesterol good or bad? Many people would answer “bad” without hesitation, and while too much of it can indeed cause problems, there is a lot of misinformation floating around about the topic. Cholesterol is not inherently bad – quite the opposite, in fact – and you don’t necessarily need to take risky medications to … Continue reading How naturopathy helps with controlling cholesterol
