A report published in the journal Alternative and Complementary Therapies reviewed how lifestyle behaviors can influence the immune system of an individual. This report was authored by Jane Hart, a researcher at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. When preparing for cold and flu season, conventional training does not teach clinicians about lifestyle behaviors.Instead, the discussion typically … Continue reading The impact of lifestyle behaviors on a person’s immune system
Reduce cholesterol and improve heart health with Indian gooseberry
A recent study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine suggests supplementing with Indian gooseberry. It reduces cholesterol and triglyceride levels – both of which are associated with the risk of heart disease. Indian gooseberry supplements help manage blood lipid levels Indian gooseberries are small, nutritious fruits that grow in India, the Middle East, and some countries in Southeast Asia. Known for being extremely sour, … Continue reading Reduce cholesterol and improve heart health with Indian gooseberry
Research confirms: Antibiotics can damage immune system function
A staggering 70 percent of children and 40 percent of adults take antibiotics – every year. They are also given to literally billions of animals that are used for food. But, here’s the real shocker: the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that “30 percent of all antibiotics prescribed in outpatient clinics are … Continue reading Research confirms: Antibiotics can damage immune system function
18 benefits of quercetin that are enhanced when combined with vitamin C
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
Sleep it off: Research explains why sleep is so important for your immune system
Many studies have shown the importance of getting a good night’s sleep on many aspects of physical and mental health. In a recent paper, researchers from the University of Tubingen in Germany demonstrated how sleep strengthens the immune system. Published in the Journal of Experimental Medicine, the study revealed that getting good-quality sleep can improve the functioning of immune … Continue reading Sleep it off: Research explains why sleep is so important for your immune system
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
Do you keep echinacea on hand? Check out its many scientifically proven uses
You might have heard that echinacea is great at reducing colds. Although that’s an impressive feat on its own, its uses actually extend far beyond that. Here’s a look at the many scientifically-proven benefits of this plant. Part of the daisy family, echinacea is a flowering plant that grows wildly across the eastern and central United States. Its … Continue reading Do you keep echinacea on hand? Check out its many scientifically proven uses
The Epigenetics Behind the Flu
When the flu hits, it typically hits hard and fast. At first, you might only notice a slight cough and some sniffles and then, before you know it, you’re unable to get out of bed. The fever, sore throat, chills, muscle aches, and overall exhaustion take over your body and you’re done for — at … Continue reading The Epigenetics Behind the Flu
Sleep charges your immune system
What happens when you don’t get enough sleep? Perhaps you’re in such a bad mood the next day that no one wants to get within five feet of you, or maybe you find yourself staring at a blank computer screen at work yawning endlessly as your productivity plummets. However, there are also some less-obvious effects … Continue reading Sleep charges your immune system
Here’s what Big Pharma and the CDC acknowledge about the HARMFUL side effects of vaccines
The number of vaccinations mandated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has risen sharply in recent decades. These medical interventions are touted as full-proof solutions to many previously common “childhood” illnesses, including measles, mumps and chicken pox, as well as more serious diseases like polio and smallpox. As dependence on vaccination continues to grow, … Continue reading Here’s what Big Pharma and the CDC acknowledge about the HARMFUL side effects of vaccines
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 