Yet another important reason for consumers in the United States and throughout the world to use natural products whenever possible, to meet their daily needs. Whether it’s chemical disinfectants, pharmaceutical drugs or hormone-disrupting phthalates added to plastics to make them…
It looks gross, it’s a nuisance, but there is no debating the important functions that mucus (better known as “snot” or phlegm) serves for our health. Mucus is produced by tissue (epithelial, or surface cells) lining the mouth, nose, sinuses,…
In our age of increased awareness about the dangers of artificial, toxic chemicals in our environment and foods, consumers are also interested in natural grooming and personal care products. For women, this includes feminine hygiene products — sanitary napkins and…
The flu shot hard-sell that starts in the fall and continues through the winter here in the United States is enough to make a lot of well-meaning Americans rush to their doctors or flu vaccine clinics in search of a…
By Jamell Andrews Sometimes, trying to tell the difference between a simple cold and a sinus infection can be difficult. For many people, the symptoms are quite similar, and the overall feelings that are associated with these conditions make it…
Bronchitis is a condition in which the tubes that carry air to the lungs become inflamed and irritated. Closely following the inflammation and irritation, the tubes become swollen and start to produce mucus, which makes people cough. There are basically…
By Jamell Andrews As many people are already aware, the West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquitoes. Some people who become infected with this disease never experience any symptoms, while others may have very mild symptoms such as a headache…
By Jamell Andrews Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that is usually very difficult for physicians to diagnose because of the vagueness of the symptoms that generally exist in patients.
By Sara Mulholland, ND, Bach Human Movement Studies, Level 1 Yoga Teacher Cert., Level 1 Reiki Cert., Cert. Angel Intuitive, Cert. Crystal Healer. Bali is the sort of place that conjures up images of beautiful beaches, restful resorts, and super…