According to the most recent (2021) Alzheimer’s Association statistics, more than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), the most common type of dementia. For most people, cognitive health and performance remain mostly stable over their lifetimes, with only a gradual decline in short-term memory and processing speed. For millions of others, on the…
Frazzled, Fried, and Frenzied: The Ins and Outs of Anxiety
Anxiety Disorders: The Numbers Research from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) indicates that anxiety disorders – persistent and overwhelming worry and fear about many areas of life – have become increasingly prevalent, and are now the most common form of mental illness in the United States. Affecting 40 million adults (age 18 and…
Vitamin B12: A Crucial Nutrient for Health
When we talk about a healthy diet, the first thing that comes to mind is eating vegetables and fruits. Plant-based foods are indeed an integral part of a healthy diet, but to ensure that you get all the nutrients you need from food, you need variety and balance. Following a strict plant-based diet puts a…
Depression Is As Hard On Your Heart As Obesity
Depression is as bad for your heart as obesity and high cholesterol. This news, startling to some, comes from a report by researchers from the Helmholtz Zentrum München, the Technical University of Munich (TUM), and the German Center for Cardiovascular Disease (DZHK), recently published in the journal Atherosclerosis. We have long known that many types…
GABA Improves Decision-Making Under Stressful Conditions
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) that tends to calm down or inhibit your frazzled, over-excited nerves, literally. This calming down of your “wired” wires in turn leads to GABA’s well known benefits with respect to relaxation, relief from anxiousness, and initiation of sleep. GABA and Action Cascading Research (γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) administration…
DIY Probiotic Shamrock Shake Recipe
Today I’m here to share a Shamrock Shake recipe with you, but not just any Shamrock Shake, this one is full of probiotics and healthy herbs! But first, let me tell you why I love St. Patrick’s Day. All of my years growing up, I did little to acknowledge this holiday besides wearing green so…
Managing Nausea and Diarrhea with Herbs
When putting together an herbal first aid kit, a few herbs for managing nausea and diarrhea are a must! Nausea brings a lot of discomfort, and diarrhea can lead to dehydration if it’s not brought under control, which can make a situation get serious! Being prepared with a few herbs to help these situations will…
How Is Holistic Dentistry Different From Traditional Dentistry?
Holistic dentistry takes a completely different approach to dental health than traditional dentistry does in both material choices and techniques. I have had 4 visits at holistic dentist’s offices and it was completely different from every other dental experience I’ve had. I enjoyed my visits so much once I tried a holistic dentist, that I…
How To Make An Onion Poultice
An onion poultice can be an effective remedy for congestion, and it’s simple to make! Onions are one of those foods that are easy to grow and that most people have on hand, so let’s learn how to make a poultice for congestion from this humble food! How To Make An Onion Poultice Bake an…
10 Last-Minute Natural Gift Ideas for Her
With Christmas just around the corner, you may have someone on your list that you just cannot think of what to gift them. Or maybe you haven’t had TIME to think about it because this time of year is so busy!! Or maybe you’re like me and you’ve thought of someone in recent days that…