The orange Asian herb turmeric has been traditionally used for centuries by Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine. Curcumin is the most powerful active anti-inflammatory compound within turmeric. Curcumin has been shown to be a powerful suppressor of chronic inflammation-mediated disease processes. Many Asian cultures use turmeric in nearly every meal. They rave of its anti-aging and … Continue reading The powerful health benefits of curcumin
Curcumin found to have protective effects against stomach cancer
Curcumin, the main bioactive compound in turmeric (Curcuma longa), can be utilized in the prevention and treatment of stomach cancer, according to a team of scientists from the Federal University of Sao Paulo (UNIFESP) and the Federal University of Para (UFPA) in Brazil. Published in the journal Epigenomics, their findings underscored the cellular mechanisms behind curcumin’s beneficial effects against stomach cancer, … Continue reading Curcumin found to have protective effects against stomach cancer
What is Live Blood Analysis?
Darkfield Nutritional Microscopy Live Blood Analysis uses a drop of live blood from the patient's finger that has not been killed by staining, and viewed under a special microscope using a darkfield condenser. This enables the blood sample to be illuminated from the sides, making the various components phosphoresce behind a dark background. This makes … Continue reading What is Live Blood Analysis?
Home Remedies for the Flu
Source: Home Remedies for the Flu by Dr. Edward Group As we enter into the flu season, chances are that many people will experience the effects of a cold or flu. Highly contagious, colds are the name we give for over 100 mild viral influenza forms. Although there is no cure for the cold or flu — … Continue reading Home Remedies for the Flu
Fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs with these six powerful and natural alternatives to antibiotics
For many Americans, antibiotics have become a standard routine when they get sick. Since the 1940s, these drugs have significantly reduced illness and death from bacterial infections. However, they are not the go-to fix for everything. Conditions such as a sore throat or bronchitis are usually caused by a virus and cannot be treated with … Continue reading Fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs with these six powerful and natural alternatives to antibiotics
Best foods for protein when considering a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle
Many people who are considering a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle are often concerned with making sure that they still fuel their body with the proper amounts of protein. Proteins, as most of us know, are the "building blocks" of life responsible for the proper function of organs, cells and tissues (1). The Centers for Disease … Continue reading Best foods for protein when considering a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle
Vitamin D deficiency substantially increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Dementia is one of today’s biggest health challenges for older adults. There are currently 44 million cases around the world, and this number is expected to triple by the year 2050. An estimated billion persons around the world now have low vitamin D levels, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. In fact, a major … Continue reading Vitamin D deficiency substantially increases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Study finds grapes can prevent blindness from age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Age-related macular degeneration is a progressive eye condition, leading to the deterioration of the center of the retina, called the macula. It is the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. The result of a study published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine finds that eating grapes over a lifetime may slow or help prevent … Continue reading Study finds grapes can prevent blindness from age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
9 Diuretic Foods That Lower Blood Pressure, Detox & Aid Weight loss
Most people think of drugs & herbs when we talk about diuretics. However, foods can also be diuretics too. Foods that can help reduce swelling are diuretics and they are safe and effective as diuretic herbs. Natural can aid in removal of excess fluids from the body and aid in treating of sciatica, , lymphatic swelling, PMS, … Continue reading 9 Diuretic Foods That Lower Blood Pressure, Detox & Aid Weight loss
Foods, Vitamins & Herbs That Boost Your Brain Power
Source: Foods, Vitamins & Herbs That Boost Your Brain Power by Dr. Group The right foods will help you use your brain to the max, and the more you use it, the more you’ll challenge your brain to grow new cells, create new connections, and improve your problem-solving and memory functions. Before I tell you about … Continue reading Foods, Vitamins & Herbs That Boost Your Brain Power
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