It can be tough to come to grips with the fact that your body isn’t doing so well and even tougher to figure out exactly what to do about it. And while many people turn to modern medicine and pharmaceuticals right off the bat, there are plenty of alternatives out there to consider. Some of them…
When Kalel Santiago was just 10 months old, he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer known as neuroblastoma. For two years, he endured chemotherapy, radiation treatments and surgery, and he survived it all. But he was then diagnosed with something else – severe autism that disabled him from speaking. Kalel’s Story Kalel’s father,…
Basil has round, often pointed leaves that look similar to peppermint. This herb is highly fragrant, and its leaves are often used to add seasoning to different food dishes. From relieving stress to clearing blemishes on your skin and promoting heart health, this herb is packed with some serious health benefits! If basil isn’t a…
Acute liver failure occurs when the liver stops functioning. It can happen over a few days or a few weeks, and it usually occurs in someone who has had no pre-existing liver disease. Acute liver failure can cause serious complications, including excessive bleeding and increased pressure in the brain. So what causes it? The most…
Welcome to our top 5 alternative health sites countdown. This week we have 5 awesome alternative health sites, and they are from the aromatherapy category. Hello everyone, we are back with 5 more awesome alternative health sites. Hope you enjoyed our last issue of Top 5 Alternative Health Sites countdown, which was in the Ayurveda…
Stretch marks can appear after weight gain, weight loss or pregnancy. There are plenty of lotions, creams, chemical peels and laser surgeries that advertise stretch mark removal. The degree of success largely depends on skin tone, age, sun damage and even diet. Some see stretch marks as a lasting sign of their journey, while others…
Aloe Vera has been used for centuries for its medicinal and healing properties. It’s a thick, short-stemmed plant that stores water in it’s leaves, and it is widely used in many beauty products. The water-filled tissue in the leaves is the gel that’s used in these products. It contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids and antioxidants…
Few things reveal the power of the human mind more than the placebo effect. Put simply, a dud pill or treatment can have a powerful effect on everything from depression and pain to sleeping disorders. It largely depends on the patient’s perception. And it works even when you know you’re taking a placebo. So what’s really…
When skin becomes injured, fibrous tissue (scar tissue) forms over the wound to repair and protect the injury. In cases where scar tissue grows excessively, it forms a smooth, hard growth known as a keloid. Keloids can grow to be much larger than the original wound. They’re most commonly found on the chest, shoulder, earlobes…
If you’re a fan of natural remedies, you’ll absolutely love the powerful health benefits of golden honey. It just might be the strongest natural antibiotic you can concoct. It’s been used to help relieve sinus pressure, fight the common cold, kick the flu, and lessen allergy symptoms. It’s a great immune booster with powerful healing…
Carrol Krause was a reporter for the Herald-Times in Bloomington, Indiana. Her career was cut short in 2014 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2014. During her last days, Carrol put together a blog documenting the ups and downs of life as a terminally ill cancer patient. Eventually, as all cancer patients do,…
You’ve probably heard horror stories about large tapeworms being discovered in someone’s body, but the scary fact is, parasites are more common than you think. A parasite is an organism that live in or on a host while feeding from it. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three main types…
Roughly 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form. It’s characterized by high blood glucose levels, caused by either a lack of insulin in the body, or the body’s inability to use insulin properly. Blood sugar levels become high and can wreak havoc on blood vessels…
A clinical study has found that adding one simple food to your diet has the power to restore health, reduce the risk of heart disease, and even reverse illness in heart disease patients. Published in the journal Atherosclerosis, researchers have confirmed that pomegranate extract may prevent and/or reverse the primary pathology associated with heart disease.…
Many know that spring has arrived because of the chirping birds and arrival of flowers, me not so much. I know it is spring due to my allergic reactions to what is going on outside. The increased pollen and animal dander from shedding makes my allergies unbearable. Not only do I have a problem with…