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The term “adrenal fatigue” has gained recent popularity as one possible cause of an apparent epidemic of gut problems, sleep disturbances, anxiety and fatigue. But is it even real? What can you do if you’re suffering?“Adrenal fatigue” is a term naturopaths use to describe the long-term effects of stress on the body. Symptoms include extreme fatigue, digestive issues, anxiety, insomnia and sweet or...
9/16/2019 7:00:00 AM
CBD, the non-psychoactive chemical found in hemp and marijuana, has gained a lot of recent attention for its potential benefits. It’s also becoming more widely available, sold in numerous forms alongside other popular herbal remedies. With so many choices, capsules, creams, oils and more, how can we know which form of CBD is best?What Is CBD and How Does it Work?CBD, short for cannabidiol, is the...
9/14/2019 7:00:00 AM
Americans are stressed out, and it’s making them sick. According to the American Psychological Association, the vast majority of people experience some level of stress. Many even report extreme levels of stress such that it impacts their health. In an effort to combat the epidemic, scientists have developed a “vaccine” that seeks to reduce the symptoms associated with the body’s stress response. But...
9/13/2019 7:00:00 AM
Breast cancer treatment has come a long way over the past few decades, but no cure has been found to date. Immunotherapy could potentially change that. Recent breakthroughs targeting tumor-specific proteins have made immunotherapy more effective, and we could be closer than ever to a cure.Immunotherapy has shown promise in treating numerous forms of cancer, but breast cancer has been more difficult...
9/12/2019 7:00:00 AM
When trying to get healthy, most people start with the basics, such as eating better, exercising and getting a full night’s sleep. The problem? Many ignore and even deprioritize the one healthy habit that could transform their lives and improve their well-being: spending time with friends and family. That’s right. Socialization offers substantial health benefits. An active social life boosts mental...
9/11/2019 7:00:00 AM
Nearly 20% of U.S. adults claim they have a food allergy. Some, or maybe even most of these truly believe they have an allergy. Yet only half of them have an official medical diagnosis. While many of these adults may believe they have an allergy because weakened immunity runs in their family or they have had an adverse reaction to certain foods in the past, the lack of diagnosis actually causes some...
9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
Juicing and smoothies are as popular as ever, but the information on their benefits might not always be clear. Juicing and smoothies both add dietary vitamins and minerals we might not get in supplements, but both can be high in sugar and promote increases in caloric intake. Smoothies contain the fiber most juices lack, making them more nutritionally complete, and either is better than having no fruit...
9/10/2019 7:00:00 AM
We’ve all heard that aluminum is not good for us. But most people connect that warning to cookware and certain products that are known to contain aluminum (such as cosmetics and underarm deodorant). But how many of us make the connection to aluminum foil?Most of us cook with aluminum foil at some point, even though we know that aluminum is not good for our health. We still grill fish on aluminum foil...
9/7/2019 7:00:00 AM
Fresh air, sunshine and green space can do a lot for our health and well-being, says a brand new study. With demanding jobs and the distractions of indoor hobbies, like watching Netflix and scrolling through social media, it's easy to forget just how great it feels to step outside.Whether it's a long hike on the weekend or a few minutes each day strolling through a local park, immersing ourselves in...
9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM
Parsley — it's the pretty green garnish that most people promptly remove from their plate or carefully eat around whenever they go out for a nice meal. But parsley is much more than a culinary decoration. It's a nutritional powerhouse that can deliver amazing health benefits when used in cooking instead of as a garnish.When incorporated into recipes, parsley is believed to deliver many health benefits....
9/3/2019 7:00:00 AM