By Lisa Peco Cold and flu season may be in full swing but that doesn’t mean you have to take it lying down. You can help your body fight off a cold or flu by keeping your immune system strong…
Number of Americans with Diabetes Doubled in 25 Years, Study Found
Most people have heard by now that the United States is in the middle of a large, and growing, diabetes epidemic. A recent review of statistics by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concluded that an astounding 2 out…
Eating Deli Meats, Sausages, Salami Linked to Heart Failure in Men, According to Study
Sure, they’re convenient, and they’re often the only choice when you’re out and about. But when it comes to heart health, a new Swedish study shows men do best avoiding these and other processed red meats. The study, published online…
What is Diverticulitis?
Diverticulitis is a condition that occurs when one (or more) of the diverticula in the digestive tract become infected or inflamed. The diverticula are tiny pouches that can develop in any part of the digestive system. They most commonly occur,…
What is PAD?
By Marc Courtiol PAD is the most commonly used term for Peripheral Artery Disease. It is a very common problem of the circulatory system that is characterized by a narrowing of the arteries, which reduces the flow of blood to…
The Natural Health Benefits of Napping
By Marc Courtiol As the pace of modern life continues to get faster and faster, many have begun to worry that our on-the-go lifestyle is having negative effects on our bodies and minds. Even the healthiest people need time to…
Vitamin D: Is It All They Say It Is?
By Jamell Andrews Among all the essential vitamins and minerals, Vitamin D is one of the strangest. There are some food sources that provide Vitamin D, but we mostly get it from the sun. Or more accurately, we produce it…
The Most Effective Natural Sleep Aids
By Lisa Pecos Have you been suffering from insomnia but you do not trust prescription sleep aids? If so, you are not the only one who feels this way. Prescription sleep medications have widely varied results, and the companies that…