by Heather Callaghan Great news, ginger lovers! This majestic culinary darling does way more than help with nausea and upset stomach. Way more. Recently, a milestone study found that ginger actually fights several species of drug-resistant bacteria. It is well documented in studies for shrinking…
New meta-analysis shows benefits of ancient Chinese method on today’s menopausal hot flashes CLEVELAND, Ohio—In the 2,500+ years that have passed since acupuncture was first used by the ancient Chinese, it has been used to treat a number of physical, mental and emotional conditions including…
Scientists at the University of East Anglia have shown how the main psychoactive ingredient in cannabis could reduce tumor growth in cancer patients. Research published today reveals the existence of previously unknown signaling platforms which are responsible for the drug’s success in shrinking tumours. It…
by Alanna Ketler Did you know that the average American is still producing nearly 3 pounds of trash every day? That is a monumental amount of trash! Where does that trash go? It’s actually very unfortunate that this trash is hauled off to dumps and…
Study estimates daily effect could add up to nearly 11 pounds in a year A new study in women suggests that experiencing one or more stressful events the day before eating a single high-fat meal can slow the body’s metabolism, potentially contributing to weight gain….
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin High cholesterol in the blood has been previously linked to a number of well-known diseases, including stroke, obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and dementia. But were you aware that high cholesterol levels are also associated with a greater risk of developing cancer?…
by Dr. Victor Marchione Do you believe in that old idea that if you want to lose weight, you’ve got to eat less? I don’t. And here’s why. Many people follow this advice and they end up either starving themselves or trying to get by…
by Laura Jane An underlined assumption in our society is that everyday waking consciousness is the truest expression of how things are in “objective” reality. We assume it to be more valid than say dream states or other forms of Altered States of Consciousness (ASC)…
“This study demonstrates that choosing food produced according to organic standards can lead to increased intake of nutritionally desirable antioxidants and reduced exposure to toxic heavy metals.” In the largest study of its kind, an international team of experts led by Newcastle University, UK, has…
by Dr. David Juan If you’re suffering from a headache or muscle pain, your first instinct may be to reach for the “Aspirin” or other over-the-counter pain-relief medication that is a staple in most medicine cabinets. While this may be fine on occasion, if the…
By Brandon Turbeville In January, 2013, I wrote an article entitled, “Psychiatric Drugs, School Violence, And The Big Pharma Cover-up,” where I discussed the importance of the CYP450 enzymes on the metabolism of pharmaceutical drugs and the potential for adverse effects of those drugs if…
New study ponders impact of Western food and GMOs on posterity’s genes… By Heather Callaghan Through the emerging information from epigenetics – the study of environmental exposure on genes – it becomes apparent that we are not the body equivalent to Las Vegas. What happens…
Researchers from the University of Southern California and the Oak Crest Institute of Science have discovered the link between antibiotics and bacterial biofilm formation leading to chronic lung, sinus and ear infections. The study results, published in the current issue of PLOS ONE, illustrate how…
by Dr. K.J. McLaughlin The nutrition industry has really jumped on the bandwagon regarding the use of fish oil to improve human health. Ever since research showed that the increased intake of fish could reduce the risk of developing several different diseases, including heart disease,…
by Gaye Levy Five years ago, if someone were to mention the use of oregano essential for health and wellness purposes I would have looked at them cross-eyed. Although well versed in the benefits of essential oils, for one reason or another, oregano essential oil…
Bowel cancer patients with high levels of vitamin D in their blood are more likely to survive the disease, a study shows. Patients with the highest levels of vitamin D have half the risk of dying compared with those with the lowest levels, the findings…
Children who live on farms that produce milk run one-tenth the risk of developing allergies as other rural children. According to researchers at Sahlgrenska Academy, pregnant women may benefit from spending time on dairy farms to promote maturation of the fetal and neonatal immune system….
A study co-authored by a University of Guelph scientist that involved fitting bumblebees with tiny radio frequency tags shows long-term exposure to a neonicotinoid pesticide hampers bees’ ability to forage for pollen. The research by Nigel Raine, a professor in Guelph’s School of Environmental Sciences,…
By Vicki Howie This week, we’re going to strengthen your 3rd chakra (your core) with a few simple yoga poses and a pranayama (breath) exercise. Your 3rd chakra is your fire chakra and it is the home of your confidence, charisma and “can do” attitude….
Skin cells possess an olfactory receptor for sandalwood scent, as researchers at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum have discovered. Their data indicate that the cell proliferation increases and wound healing improves if those receptors are activated. This mechanism constitutes a possible starting point for new drugs and…
