By Marc Courtiol There are a number of benefits to be gained from massage therapy. Once thought of as a luxury that most people could not afford to indulge in, it has become a very beneficial component of maintaining a…
What is West Nile virus?
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…
WILD AS A ROSE
© Susun S. Weed June is the month for brides. And roses are the flowers of love. So I think it fitting to focus on roses this month. Don’t you? Not only are roses beautiful, they are good medicine and…
POMEGRANATES: AN ANCIENT FRUIT HAS COME OF AGE
Copyright 2010 Joe Smulevitz The news is out! One of the oldest known fruits, pomegranates have become one of the newest health giving “super foods” in North America. However, this is old news for people living in Asia and Middle…
FEELING FRISKY? HERBS FOR FERTILITY
By Susun S. Weed © For thousands of years knowledge of the herbs and wild plants that could increase fertility were the secrets of the village wise women. But after the holocaust against European Wise Women (the “burning times”) and…
CHOCOLATE: THE HEART HEALTHY OBSESSION
Copyright 2010 – Joe Smulevitz You’ve probably heard the news. More and more research is showing that chocolate is good for your health, especially the heart. However, only certain forms such as unadulterated chocolate from pure, ground, roasted chocolate beans…
Important Dietary Supplements for Women
Choosing dietary supplements can be overwhelming for many of us. Regardless of whether you look for supplements at a health food store or your local drug store, the choices are plentiful and at times confusing.
Understanding Bursitis
By Cyndra Neal Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac that works to reduce friction between the tissues of the body. When functioning normally, the bursa slips and glides smoothly, but when it becomes irritated and…
Is Aerobic Exercise Good for You?
By Marc Courtiol Throughout our lives, we have all heard that aerobic exercise is good for us. It does not matter how old you are, what you weigh, or how athletic you might be (or not). The bottom line is…
Is Meditation Good for your Health or Just Hippy Non-Sense?
By Marc Courtiol Meditation has been practiced for thousands of years. While it has traditionally been used by people seeking a greater understanding of life, meditation has become a popular tool for relaxation, stress reduction, and maintaining overall good health.