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Warmer weather is just around the corner, and though you may know to slather on the sunscreen before heading outdoors, there are other less well-known factors that can cause damage and irritation to your skin. Protect yourself this coming spring by becoming aware of the hidden hazards you may find in your own backyard—citrus fruits, ...click here to read more

A 20-year study out of the Netherlands has found an association between following the Mediterranean diet and a decreased risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The Mediterranean diet is mostly plant-based and emphasizes vegetables, fruits, beans, olive oil, and oily fish while limiting red meat and processed foods. It has already been associated with ...click here to read more

Sleep paralysis refers to the sensation of being unable to move at the onset of sleep or when waking despite being mentally awake. This condition can be frightening and disorienting and may be accompanied by hallucinations, the feeling of suffocation, a lowered heart rate, and feeling as though you are being dragged around. Continue reading ...click here to read more

Dear Friends, You may recall that a few posts back I discussed top health trends in 2017. One of those trends was going more natural when it comes to makeup. You may have noticed that many celebrities are baring it all by taking photos of themselves without any makeup, and there was even a movement ...click here to read more

A review of some recent health fads has been published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology that identifies some of the cons associated with juicing, coconut oil, and gluten-free diets. Dr. Andrew Freeman, co-chair of the American College of Cardiology’s Lifestyle and Nutrition Work Group, explained the need for this review: “There ...click here to read more

Diet has a large impact on our health. What we eat can either keep us energized or make us sick. Consuming saturated fats, sodium, and sugar-loaded foods as a fuel isn’t good for health in the long run, as our bodies do not get all the necessary nutrients and become prone to serious health conditions, ...click here to read more

Stress is an almost inevitable part of life, and whether it is due to work, familial obligations, or finances, Americans have been looking for natural ways to reduce this anxiety. Below is a list of some popular and effective natural stress relief techniques to help you better manage and cope with daily stressors and anxieties. ...click here to read more

High cholesterol is a growing problem in the U.S., affecting roughly 73.5 million Americans. Worse yet, less than one out of every three adults have their condition under control. High cholesterol is described as having elevated levels of LDL cholesterol levels, commonly referred to as the “bad” one due to the fact that it can ...click here to read more

Women approaching menopause experience worsened migraines according to the latest findings. Vincent Martin, MD, lead researcher, said, “Women have been telling doctors that their migraine headaches worsen around menopause and now we have proof they were right.” High-frequency headaches – more than 10 days with headaches month – increased in women by 60 percent during ...click here to read more

The chilly temperatures this winter may leave you longing for a beach getaway, but before you escape to a tropical paradise, make sure you are informed and well-prepared for the health risks a new locale may bring. Traveling to the beautiful beaches of the Caribbean and South America means adjusting to a different culture and ...click here to read more

A lot of people experience tummy pain at some point in their lives, but lower abdominal pain in women is rather common. The reasons for this pain vary from person to person, so treatment should not follow a one size fits all approach. The abdomen is the area containing your digestive organs and is bound ...click here to read more

Stem cells collected from human fat have been found to be more stable than others and may be useful in anti-aging treatments, according to a new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. These cells – called adipose-derived stem cells, or ASCs – have been found to make more proteins ...click here to read more

A joint study from Lomonosov Moscow State University and Stockholm University has discovered the role of the mitochondria in aging at the cellular level, and allowed scientists to slow this process. Russian biologist and professor Vladimir Skulachev developed a compound known as artificial antioxidant SkQ1 that specifically targeted the mitochondria in genetically modified mice and ...click here to read more

We are still very much in cold and flu season, and even if you haven’t become stricken with illness just yet, the risk is still there. Maybe while you’re reading this, you already struggle with a stuffy nose, nausea, or sore throat. In that case, you’re in luck. This is because we share 16 natural ...click here to read more