For most people, summertime means getting outdoors, getting active, and soaking up some Vitamin D. With that come mosquitoes. Research shows that one in five people possesses a higher attraction to mosquitoes than the average person. For that person, and for the rest of us who simply don't like t...
WHAT IS OIL PULLING AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Oil pulling is an Indian folk remedy originating thousands of years ago. It involves swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth and through your teeth for ten to twenty minutes. This targets plaque by absorbing bacteria and dissolving it before it can bec...
Originally known as rapeseed oil, a derivative of the rapeseed plant, canola was renamed in 1978 to disassociate the oil with the word "rape" and its darker affiliations. A literal combination of the words "Canada" and "oil", canola oil surfaced in Canada and quickly found a niche in the United S...
Essential oils are the new black in the naturopathic, home remedy world. Chances are, you've heard a friend raving about her new bottle of lavender, or you have a bottle of peppermint oil on your shelf from Bed Bath and Beyond that, you bought because it smelled nice. But few people know what exa...
Most people think of fiber when they are struggling with constipation. However, fiber is necessary to maintain a healthy diet. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the recommended daily amount of fiber is about 25 grams for women and 38 grams for men. The actual intake of fiber is...
It's flu season! The flu is a contagious respiratory illness that spreads through the air. People with depressed immune systems or nutritional deficiencies are most at risk, and stress, lack of sleep, and exposure to toxins can make symptoms worse. These symptoms include: Diarrhea Vomiting Fever...
Most people know they need to take a fish oil or salmon oil supplement. Not everyone knows why. The reason lies in the omega-3 fatty acid content of fish. Why are omega-3 fatty acids important? Omega-3s act as building blocks within the body. They are essential for brain health, controlling infla...
For most people, summertime means getting outdoors, getting active, and soaking up some Vitamin D. With that come mosquitoes. Research shows that one in five people possesses a higher attraction to mosquitoes than the average person. For that person, and for the rest of us who simply don't like t...
WHAT IS OIL PULLING AND HOW DOES IT WORK? Oil pulling is an Indian folk remedy originating thousands of years ago. It involves swishing a tablespoon of oil in your mouth and through your teeth for ten to twenty minutes. This targets plaque by absorbing bacteria and dissolving it before it can bec...
Originally known as rapeseed oil, a derivative of the rapeseed plant, canola was renamed in 1978 to disassociate the oil with the word "rape" and its darker affiliations. A literal combination of the words "Canada" and "oil", canola oil surfaced in Canada and quickly found a niche in the United S...
Essential oils are the new black in the naturopathic, home remedy world. Chances are, you've heard a friend raving about her new bottle of lavender, or you have a bottle of peppermint oil on your shelf from Bed Bath and Beyond that, you bought because it smelled nice. But few people know what exa...
