by Dr. Victor Marchione Have you heard the phrase, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away?” Well, according to a study from the American Chemical Society, there may be a different fruit that fends off your doctor even better than an apple—it may just…
by Alanna Ketler You may have heard some of the hype about “Fat Flush Water.” But how exactly does water flush fat out of your system? Clearly, water is not some kind of magic diet supplement. Your body needs enough water everyday to keep hydrated…
by Dr. Victor Marchione Did you know that the key to relieving the terrible pain of rheumatoid arthritis may lie…in your stomach? Inside every single human on the planet—including you—there is a community of millions residing. It’s called your microbiome, and it’s made up of…
By Mae Chan Most people don’t associate fruits with testosterone production, however there are many which boost the hormone in the human body. Fructose is not a problem when it comes to most of these fruits and nature provides the perfect balance of compounds to…
A study published today has confirmed a link between antipsychotic medication and a slight, but measurable, decrease in brain volume in patients with schizophrenia. For the first time, researchers have been able to examine whether this decrease is harmful for patients’ cognitive function and symptoms,…
By Heather Callaghan Netherlands researchers fear the second coming of Silent Spring “Neonicotinoids were always regarded as selective toxins. But our results suggest that they may affect the entire ecosystem,” says Hans de Kroon of Radboud University and co-author of a study recently published in…
Scientists at the University of Granada have made important strides in the fight against the Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, which is closely related to obesity and diabetes. Spanish scientists have demonstrated through an experiment on obese rats that the consumption of probiotics during thirty days…
by Dr. David Juan The form of exercise I always recommend to those just starting to get into exercising regularly or those with limited mobility is walking. Walking is one of the easiest forms of exercise. There’s even evidence that walking can cure a number…
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin Throughout my career as a professional health care provider I have often been asked if the damage caused from personal neglect of one’s health can be reversed. My answer depends upon the circumstances surrounding each individual case. However, according to what…
Heather Callaghan Mmm-mmm, just like mother used to make… The dynamic duo that is Nick Brannigan and Vicky LePage hit the Las Vegas strip again for some humorous outreach. Will people partake in their “yoga mat sandwich” samples? Popular blogger Vani Hari, aka Food Babe,…
by Heather Callaghan It is widely believed that curcumin, a component of turmeric spice, is an effective anti-inflammatory agent and pain reducer. However, there is now documented evidence that curcumin is actually a cancer killer. This is because in February 2012, an article was published…
By Heather Callaghan Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (Maine-D) has a lot to say about local alternative farming, small farms, farmers markets and restaurants serving local produce. She has a lot to say and a lot to do with its resurgence. She believes the answer to current…
By Heather Callaghan In a recent press release by the Alberta Beekeepers Commission, it was announced that a Canada-wide health surveillance study of the honeybee will take place over the next four years. According to the ABC, the study will be conducted in order to find…
by Gaye Levy As someone who is well past child-bearing age, I often tend to overlook the importance of addressing survival and preparedness strategies for families with young children. That being said, when it comes to children, three words come to mind: safety, security, and…
by Dr. Victor Marchione Bronchitis, an acute lung condition typically caused by a virus or bacteria, usually follows a cold or flu when our resistance is at its lowest. Even though it’s summer, you can still develop bronchitis at any time during the year if…
by Joe Martino Genetically modified foods (GMOs) have been getting a bad rep for years now as studies continue to come out revealing the dangerous nature of GMOs. Whether it be the harm they cause to people eating them, or the environment, many believe GMOs…
by Tony Cartalucci Corporate biotechnology monopolies like Monsanto, Syngenta, Bayer, and others have met increasing resistance to their attempts to patent and control global agriculture. They have spent untold fortunes attempting to sway the public but to no avail. Local, organic agriculture is growing in…
Rhode Island Hospital researchers have completed a study that found regular use of fish oil supplements (FOS) was associated with a significant reduction in cognitive decline and brain atrophy in older adults. The study examined the relationship between FOS use during the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging…
by Anthea Herbs have been used for centuries by many cultures to help alleviate common complaints, but nowadays we are much quicker to rush to the medicine cabinet than our herb gardens. It’s time to go back to basics and see how much nature can…
by Catherine J. Frompovich If readers haven’t heard, there’s been a series of terrible mistakes by government scientists in handling deadly organisms at U.S. government-run labs. Recently, operations were shut down at two government research labs because of mistakes! Were they really mistakes or possibly…
