The focus of holistic health is to unite physical, mental, and emotional well-being because they all go together and are connected with wellness. Instead, it is dedicated to promoting balance and resolving the underlying causes of health problems rather than treating individual symptoms. Holistic approaches span from mindful practices to nourishing your body in sustainable…
Personal Note + Dangers of Cardiac Stents
Personal Note: This is a chapter from my book in progress, Natural Cardiology. It highlights a pivotal point, a choice, a fork in the road between the most common heart surgery, with its ‘normal’ inherent dangers and medications, and a new, more natural approach. It is conceded in the field of cardiology that placing stents……
Testosterone Therapy Is Touted for a Better Sex Life. Is It Safe?
It sounds so simple: If you want better and more sex, you take some sex hormones! What could be easier? But we all know that sex is rarely simple, and hormones never are. Testosterone therapy has been shown, per the NIH, to help some women with low libido, but it’s not necessarily a cure for…
8 Signs That a Loved One’s Prescription Opioid Medication Use May Have Become an Addiction
Prescription opioids, often prescribed to manage pain, can provide significant relief when used appropriately. However, their powerful effects also carry a high risk of addiction, even when taken as directed. Recognizing the signs of opioid addiction early can make a critical difference in helping your loved one get the support they need. Here are eight…
How Cranberries Can Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections
Cranberries are tart berries that are considered to be superfruits. They pack a potent punch of antioxidants, organic and fatty acids, fiber, and proteins, and all those beneficial traits can be applied to staving off and reducing UTIs. How much Cranberry Juice should I Drink for my Kidneys? UTIs are a bit of a taboo…
5 Exercises to Do if Push-Ups Are Causing You Serious Shoulder Pain
Few bodyweight exercises target as many muscles as the push-up, making it a go-to for building strength anywhere. Unfortunately, many people end up pausing their push-up routine due to shoulder pain. “Shoulder pain from push-ups is fairly common,” says physical therapist and strength coach Schuyler Archambault, PT, DPT, CSCS, owner of Arch Physical Therapy & Fitness….
Transform Holiday Leftovers into Vibrant, Flavorful Meals
(Family Features) Once your holiday feast comes to pass, you’re almost certain to find your refrigerator stuffed with leftovers. However, that doesn’t mean you want to eat the same meal again and again in the days that follow. The star of many seasonal celebrations, turkey can be reused in a variety of post-holiday dishes to…
18 Brilliant Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List
Every year, I tell myself this is the year I’ll plan ahead for holiday shopping—and every year, I somehow end up at the checkout line on December 24th, clutching a gift card and a questionable scented candle. But not this time! This year, I’ve got a game plan: a list of the best last-minute gift…
Edible Skincare: Tea-Based Recipes You Can Drink or Apply
We all know that drinking tea is good for you, but did you know that it is helpful for your skin whether you drink it or apply it to your skin? Here are 4 tea blends that you can sip on for hydration or apply directly for glowing skin. Use these tea recipes inside and…
10 Ways to Combat Work Anxiety
You spend most of your waking hours at work, so it makes sense to feel strongly about your career. But what happens when work constantly leaves you feeling anxious and on edge? According to recent data, anxiety is the number one pressing issue for American workers, topping depression, stress, family issues, and more. Work anxiety…