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By Lori Alton, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) For some, the flu causes more than the classic symptoms of sneezing, coughing, fever and aching joints – on occasion, it can turn deadly. For example, during the H1N1 pandemic of 2009-2010, the CDC reported that the virus hospitalized over a quarter of a million people and claimed over 12,000 lives in the United States alone. Sadly, most conventionally-trained physicians know little about how good nutrition – like the power of quercetin – can help protect us from harm. First, as a little background: Western medicine already acknowledges that genetic variations of the influenza [More]
By Dr. Mercola Vitamin D plays a significant role in several health conditions. It might be one of the simplest solutions to a wide range of problems. Despite the name, vitamin D belongs to a group of steroid molecules that are metabolized by the body in the liver and kidneys.1 According to the Vitamin D Council, your body undergoes numerous turns this molecule into a hormone that undergoes numerous changes during that process before it’s actually put to work managing calcium in your blood, bones and gut, and in helping your body’s cells communicate with each other.2 Vitamin D is [More]
By Jeff Although fewer young people with ADHD are treated with antipsychotic drugs than suspected, many prescriptions for the drugs do not appear to be clinically warranted, according to a new study from… …read more Source: Natural Blaze     
It seems everyone these days is experiencing some level of stress, with most of us having what we’d probably classify as too much stress. But despite the common goal of a stress-free existence, a certain level of periodic stress is actually necessary for the organism to function properly. Anything can be a stress on the body, whether it’s work, relationships, toxic exposure, injury or even poor eating habits or lack of sleep. But much of the negative effects of stress have more to do with how we experience and react to these stressors. Why is it that some people seem [More]
By Dr. Mercola Shrimp is a tasty dish that can be eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It pairs well with a variety of foods including eggs, pasta, sushi and steak. But is shrimp safe to eat? Well, that depends on where it comes from and how it is raised. A new investigation by CBC News Marketplace1 found potentially harmful antibiotic resistant bacteria on imported shrimp sold in various supermarkets in Canada. While the use of antibiotics on shrimp is banned in Canada, the majority of shrimp is imported, largely from Asia. Investigative reporters with …read more Source: mercola     
By Daisy Luther By Daisy Luther In this day of paychecks that are stretched to the limit, it can be difficult to imagine taking on anything else that will cost money. Despite that, … Read the rest The post A Healthy Emergency Food List for New Preppers appeared first on The Organic Prepper. …read more Source: Organic Prepper     
By Daisy Luther By Daisy Luther Do you have tomatoes running out of your ears? Get more. Once you taste genuine homemade spaghetti sauce you will definitely want enough that you never have … Read the rest The post A Guide to Making and Canning Homemade Spaghetti Sauce Like an Italian Grandma appeared first on The Organic Prepper. …read more Source: Organic Prepper     
By Thomas Perry Source: 14 Ways You Never Knew Vinegar Could Help You Around The House For more content like this visit REALfarmacy.com. Using vinegar for everyday purposes is a cheap and organic way to spruce up around the house. By mixing vinegar with other typical household products, you’ll have DIY cleaning solutions always on hand. It’s due time to put that inexpensive liquid to good use! Here are a few quick tips for truly making vinegar all-purpose. […] Source: 14 Ways You Never Knew Vinegar Could Help You Around The House Learn more at REALfarmacy.com. …read more Source: realfarmacy.com [More]
By Joy Jensen, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) There’s something about a cool slice of watermelon that’s a fixture of summertime. Watermelon harvest peaks in July, and it’s one of the most common offerings at backyard barbecues and parties through the warmer months. Low in calories and packed with nutrients, it’s a snack or dessert that’s really good for you – as you’ll soon see. Beyond its popularity as a go-to summer snack, watermelon also offers several health benefits. So, grab yourself a slice, let the juice run down your chin, and discover a few surprising health facts, along the way. Watermelon [More]
By Thomas Perry Source: This Wildflower Planting Project Is Saving Taxpayers Millions and Benefiting Pollinators For more content like this visit REALfarmacy.com. Have you ever wondered how many tax dollars are spent keeping grass mown down in areas such as medians and beside the highway shoulder? It is probably many more millions of dollars than you might think. Currently on Ohio highways you can see many more flowers than usual and taller grass on the side of […] Source: This Wildflower Planting Project Is Saving Taxpayers Millions and Benefiting Pollinators Learn more at REALfarmacy.com. …read more Source: realfarmacy.com     
By Admin Tom Carroll and Hermine Ricketts. Image Source. by Andrew WimerInstitute for Justice Tallahassee, Fla.— Gov. Ron DeSantis signed SB 82, legislation protecting the right of all Floridians to grow vegetables and fruit on their own property. For one Miami-area couple, this represents the end of a years-long struggle that started when their town ordered them to dig up the garden they had been growing for 17 years. Starting July 1, any local ordinance that expressly limits or prohibits growing vegetables on one’s own property …read more Source: Health Impact News     
By Dr. Mercola Your gut is a key player in your overall health, playing a role in your risk of chronic conditions like heart disease,1 obesity,2 sleep problems3 and depression.4 Parkinson’s disease, a central nervous system disorder that causes symptoms such as tremors and balance problems, however, has long been a disease of idiopathic origins, meaning there’s no known cause. Research published in the journal Neuron5 may challenge this notion, as it further supports the notion that Parkinson’s disease may originate in cells in the gut and travel to the brain via the vagus nerve the 10th cranial nerve
By Hesh Goldstein Americans are losing their minds to Alzheimer’s disease. It’s an epidemic and it’s not typical of what’s going on in the rest of the world. The World Health Organization estimates that there are 18 million people with Alzheimer’s. Over 4 and1/2 million Americans have the disease. We account for 25% of all Alzheimer’s cases, even though we represent only 4.6% of the world’s population. Europe is experiencing half our rate of disease. For Americans over 85 years of age, 50% are thought to have Alzheimer’s. The question is, “Why”? Alzheimer’s was first discovered in 1906, about 20 [More]
By Michael Greger M.D. FACLM A low-fiber diet is a key driver of microbiome depletion, the disappearance of diversity in our good gut flora. …read more Source: nutritionfacts.org     
By Dr. Mercola Most of us have experienced the positive results of immersing ourselves in nature and being enveloped by trees. We experience an immediate relaxation, an ability to forget our problems and often a profound awe at nature’s secrets. The documentary “Call Of The Forest –– The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees” adds to the scientifically supported psychological and physiological effects associated with spending time in the woods. It shows how trees and forests intricately affect the land, sea and air around them and are essential to flora and fauna. Experts included in the documentary postulate that trees were the [More]
By Mary Miller (Natural News) Being a prepper is more …read more Source: Natural News     
By Michael By John Anderer There seems to be a new drug to treat anything and everything these days, but are these medications as effective as they claim to be? A new study has concluded that the answer to that… …read more Source: Natural Blaze     
By none Table of Contents What is lovage? 7 health benefits of lovage How to use lovage How to grow lovage plants from seeds How to store lovage Try cooking with lovage Take note of these side effects of lovage Advantages of using lovage oil Have you tried lovage yet? Are you familiar with lovage (Levisticum officinale)?1 Unless you are from certain areas of Europe or parts of southwest Asia,2 you probably haven’t heard of this member of the parsley family,3 which can provide a unique flavor to your dishes as well as potential health benefits. to …read more Source: [More]
By Sara Tipton As the summer season ramps up and the “fun in the sun” commences, our time spent outside increases. Since we are outside more anyway, why not consider growing a peppermint plant this year? The benefits are numerous! Originally from Europe, peppermint is now cultivated worldwide for its therapeutic benefits and its flavor. The aromatic plant was created from the blending of watermint and spearmint and is used to add flavor or fragrance to foods, cosmetics, soaps, toothpaste, mouthwashes, and other products, and it may have some medicinal uses. Not to mention it helps keep those pesky …read [More]
By Michael By Jerome Goddard, Mississippi State University When it comes to problems caused by ticks, Lyme disease hogs a lot of the limelight. But various tick species carry and transmit a collection of other… …read more Source: Natural Blaze     
By Edsel Cook (Natural News) An international study presented further …read more Source: Natural News     
By Dr. Mercola Osteoporosis is a condition of the bones in which bone mass is lost; this increases the risk of fracturing your wrists, hips and spine.1 Osteoporosis affects men and women. More than 53 million people in the U.S. already have the condition or are at risk for developing it. Risk factors are either fixed or modifiable. Those factors you cannot change include:2 Gender — Women have a greater risk of developing osteoporosis than men and lose their bone tissue faster with changes happening at menopause. Age — As you grow older your bones may become thinner and weaker. [More]
By Michael By Mac Slavo When it comes to making sure your medical bag has everything you might need in an emergency, sometimes all it takes is a quick reminder. If you have these items, that’s great! But if… …read more Source: Natural Blaze     
By Michael By Emma Fiala A recent trial has shown that a chemical found in the breast milk of humans can help break tumors up into smaller fragments which the body can then rid itself of via urine. The… …read more Source: Natural Blaze     
By Sara Middleton, staff writer (NaturalHealth365) How many of you have ever taken advantage of the free hand sanitizer that cashiers leave at the checkout counter? How many of you keep a bottle in your car or purse for a quick squirt before sitting down to a meal? While your intent may be in the right place – to kill harmful bacteria and viruses that you may come in contact with in your day-to-day life – you could be suffering an unintended consequence, according to a scientific paper. Specifically, your handy hand sanitizer could be increasing the amount of BPA [More]
The world’s favorite artificial sweetener may pose severe health risks, University of Sussex researchers have found. They claim that the European food authority has been bottling up the alarming data for a while.   The study focused on aspartame, an artificial sweetener used worldwide in everything from diet soft drinks to chewing gum, and sold under brand names including NutraSweet, Candarel and Equal.     UK researchers analyzed the most recent report regarding the safety of the sweetener by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). They discovered that the panel dismissed the results of numerous studies detailing the harmful effects of the sweetener, while focusing [More]
By Dr. Mercola Table of Contents What is spikenard? Help boost your brain function and get other benefits from spikenard Other uses of spikenard Tips on growing spikenard What is spikenard essential oil and how can you use it? Contraindications for spikenard oil use Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi), also known as jatamansi,1 is an herb originating from the Himalayas.2 It’s commonly used as an essential oil, which is added to perfumes due to its sweet, balsamic and woody scent.3 But aside from its aroma, spikenard contains more healthful components that you can benefit from. To learn …read more Source: mercola