Quercetin, a flavonoid found in leaves, seeds, flowers and fruit, is the plant kingdom’s first line of defense against threats – including infections and environmental toxins. Now, researchers are finding that this natural protector can extend an impressive range of benefits to humans as well – especially when it is used with vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant … Continue reading 18 benefits of quercetin that are enhanced when combined with vitamin C
Green space makes you happy: A childhood spent in nature decreases risk of later depression
Taking a nice walk around a beautiful, quiet park can help ease your stress. But did you know that green spaces also offer long-term benefits for kids? According to a study, children who grow up playing in green spaces have a reduced risk of developing a mental disorder later in life. The study was published in the journal Proceedings … Continue reading Green space makes you happy: A childhood spent in nature decreases risk of later depression
Natural remedies for acne
Whether you’re 13 or 30, acne can be an annoying skin condition to deal with and affect your self-confidence. To address acne, follow a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals, like vitamin A and zinc. Acne: A skin condition that affects teens and adults Acne is an inflammatory skin condition that causes the appearance of pimples and … Continue reading Natural remedies for acne
Ginseng phytonutrient Ginsenoside Rg3 effective against hepatocellular carcinoma
Researchers from Sichuan University and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College evaluated the bioactive compound ginsenoside Rg3, a component of ginseng, and its potential against hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Their study was published in The American Journal of Chinese Medicine. The sodium-hydrogen exchanger 1 (NHE1) plays a key role in the growth and development of HCC. It … Continue reading Ginseng phytonutrient Ginsenoside Rg3 effective against hepatocellular carcinoma
The toothache tree: Native survival medicine for pain and other uses
The toothache tree goes by many names, such as prickly ash, tickle tongue, pepper bark, Hercules club, rabbit gum, and aceitillo. It can grow up to 18 feet tall, and its exterior is covered in distinctive spiky bumps that resemble tiny pyramids protruding from its bark. If you see this spiny shrub with its sharp and jagged edges … Continue reading The toothache tree: Native survival medicine for pain and other uses
Better than bone broth? Many health gurus are switching to mushroom broth
Mushrooms are nutritious, but they can be an acquired taste. Your kids might even think mushrooms are strange because they look weird and have a slimy texture. If you want to get picky eaters to try mushrooms, make delicious mushroom broth to reap all of the health benefits offered by these unique superfoods. The health benefits of mushroom … Continue reading Better than bone broth? Many health gurus are switching to mushroom broth
Reducing burnout and stress symptoms with rhodiola
Researchers from Germany and Austria have found that the flowering herb Rhodiola rosea can be used to improve symptoms of patients with burnout syndrome. In their study, which was published in the journal Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment, they noted that this is the first clinical trial of its kind to explore the benefits of R. rosea in burnout patients. Earlier studies … Continue reading Reducing burnout and stress symptoms with rhodiola
Nutritional Causes of Cancer
It is still hard for many of us to believe disease and nutrition are intimately linked. One main reason is that our food supply has become contaminated with antibiotics, pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, many environmental poisons and heavy metals including neuro-toxic mercury. Foods like milk today carry radioactive iodine because when Fukushima blew up it cast … Continue reading Nutritional Causes of Cancer
10 Reasons to use apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) is often used in various home remedies. Why exactly is it good for you? ACV contains acetic acid, probiotics, and other nutrients Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, its key ingredient which has a pH of 2.5. Acetic acid is useful for the transportation of minerals (e.g. calcium), the digestion of protein, and the … Continue reading 10 Reasons to use apple cider vinegar
The amazing power of curry: Why eating this dish is so good for your health
Once just a staple in Indian homes, curry has become a worldwide sensation in recent years. From England to Japan — the world is in love with curry, and there are easily dozens (if not hundreds) of ways to prepare it. From its distinct aroma to its unique flavor, the dish has truly found a … Continue reading The amazing power of curry: Why eating this dish is so good for your health
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 