The health benefits of magnesium are almost too many to mention. One of the best known is that it helps the body to absorb calcium, but to stop there is to only state half of that benefit, as well as…
Natural Ways to Stop Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis is an infection or inflammation in a small pocket or pouch that has formed in the bowel. In most cases this infection is caused by a blockage of stool. In some cases, diverticulitis can lead to perforation of the…
What is Diverticulitis?
When small pockets that bulge outwards are formed in the wall of the large intestine they are called diverticula and the condition is called diverticulosis; it becomes diverticulitis only when those pockets become inflamed due to infection. Diverticulosis is mainly…
Can Probiotics Help to Heal Ulcers?
Ulcers are formed in the stomach when acid in the stomach comes into contact with unprotected tissues. Mostly, the stomach protects itself naturally against this acid burn, but occasionally this protection breaks down for some reason. The result is basically…
What the Heck is Homeopathy?
Homeopathy? Brings to mind beaded doorways with the scent of burning patchouli incense wafting in the air and the melodic sounds of a sitar playing in the background with tree huggin…
Health & Harmony – The Business of Being You
It is a complicated and heady experience, this business of being you. First of all, there is no clearly defined job description. Secondly, if you did manage to figure one out for yourself, it has the nasty propensity to keep changing just when you think you had it down pat.
Avoid Getting Germs From Your Doctor’s Office
These days, antibiotic-resistant tuberculosis and staph are making headlines, while this year’s flu shot is uncertain protection against this year’s flu strain.
Germ…
Is It Really True That Certain Cells in Our Bodies Do Not Age?
When we ask the question headlined in this article we must first clarify what we mean by cells that do not age. We are not talking about single cells that never get old. Rat…
Where Science Bravely Goes and Morality Fears To Tread
If there is one thing that we humans have learned to do extremely well, it’s to disagree. This controversial attitude extends into all facets of our existence – politics, re…
Terrorists Are Not the Only Ones Who Target the Innocent
No matter where you live – especially if it’s in a developing country – beware of unscrupulous traders in fake drugs. When it comes to making a fast fortune, anyone is fair…