Gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) is a condition that describes the unintentional and uncontrollable regurgitation of the stomach contents back into the esophagus. Otherwise known as acid reflux, GERD is a common gastoentorological disease affecting millions of Americans daily. The American College of Gastroenterology has estimated that roughly 15 million of us experience GERD every day. Western medicine views GERD as … Continue reading Natural remedies for acid reflux
Traditional Chinese medicine – How to heal the body naturally
Over the past few decades, the incidence of many chronic degenerative diseases including cancer, autoimmune disorders, diabetes, cardiovascular problems and Alzheimer’s disease have all risen by an alarming rate – and Western medicine offers no cure. And, while conventional medicine continues to ‘treat’ every ill with a pill or surgery – the actual underlying cause of every … Continue reading Traditional Chinese medicine – How to heal the body naturally
Bu Gu Zhi: The Scruffy Pea Contains Amazing Tonic and Healing Power
Bu Gu Zhi (botanical name Psoralea corylifolia) is an annual plant in the "Pea family" native to Asia where it often grows as a common weed. It is known as the "Scruffy Pea". The plant reaches a height of about 2 feet producing yellow clover-like flowers from spring to the summer followed by short black … Continue reading Bu Gu Zhi: The Scruffy Pea Contains Amazing Tonic and Healing Power
Chinese mushroom found to have powerful anti-aging benefits
The cordyceps mushroom is back in the spotlight again, except this time for its anti-aging properties. Researchers from Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., and LifeGen Technologies have found that Cordyceps sinensis (Cs-4), a traditional Chinese mushroom, is a powerful anti-aging food with the ability to improve energy metabolism, decrease fatigue, bolster endurance levels and lengthen lifespan.Back in March, … Continue reading Chinese mushroom found to have powerful anti-aging benefits
Cordyceps mushroom is an effective cancer treatment, says new research
Researchers from the University of Nottingham have found that a rare, wild mushroom called cordyceps is an effective treatment for cancer. Commonly used in Chinese medicine, the cordyceps fungi inhibits the growth, division, and proliferation of cancer cells in the body. Cordyceps was originally formulated into a cancer drug called cordycepin back in the 1950s. Though the … Continue reading Cordyceps mushroom is an effective cancer treatment, says new research
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 