Managing Hypoglycemia with Better Diet and Lifestyle Choices
Glucose is the most crucial energy source for the human body. In most of our body cells, glucose is broken down to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the energy molecule that fuels many of our cells’ processes. Glucose is delivered to our cells from the bloodstream. Therefore we need a steady supply of glucose in the…
Treating Endometriosis Naturally with Diet and Supplements
Endometriosis is an estrogen-dependent chronic gynecological disorder that significantly reduces the quality of life of affected women by restricting their physical, mental, and social well-being [1]. Endometriosis can be painful, at times causing sharp pain during ovulation, bowel movements, and sexual intercourse. The condition can cause painful, heavy periods, infertility in 30 – 50% of…
How To Treat Vertigo With Diet & Supplements
Vertigo is the most common type of dizzinesscharacterized by episodes of change in balance and the illusion of movement or spinning of the person or the environment around them. Vertigo is highly prevalent worldwide, affecting 2% of young adults, 30% of people aged 65 years, and up to 50% of elderly over 85. The…
How Diet and Supplements Can Help Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, autoimmune, inflammatory disease that affects the whole body and leads to cartilage, joint, and bone destruction. RA is a very debilitating disease that may lead to difficulty doing daily activities. The pain and stiffness can be frustrating and challenging. Two percent of the global population suffers from this disease;…
Treating Sinusitis Symptoms Naturally
Sinusitis is also known as rhinosinusitis because it results in inflammation of the mucous membranes that line the sinuses and the nasal mucosa. Sinusitis is defined as acute if it lasts less than four weeks and defined as chronic if it lasts for more than 12 weeks. Sinusitis is one of the most commonly reported…
Herbs, Foods, and Supplements to Get Rid of Parasites
There are a variety of parasites that can infect our intestinal tract. With more frequent international travel, parasite infections have become more common over the last couple of years. Fatigue, diarrhea, gas, vomiting, chills, bloating, heartburn, constipation, stomach pain, or loss of appetite are all parasite infection and infestation symptoms. Some parasites enter the body…
How to Treat Mental Health States With Diet and Supplements
Delusions, disorganized speech, abnormal motor behavior, and hallucinations are some of the symptoms of psychotic disorders like schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, narcissistic disorder, and bipolar disorder. These mental health disorders are severely debilitating conditions with an estimated worldwide prevalence of approximately 4.6 people per 1000. Antipsychotic medicines are usually recommended as the first line of treatment…
Natural Birth Control Your Doctor Won’t Tell You About.
Permanent birth control is the method of choice for a third of all women worldwide. Families want to plan their life according to their income, their life goals, and their lifestyle. Having children in an environment where they are not wanted is damaging for both sides, the child and their parent/s. Family planning is also…
The Benefits of Removing Alcohol from Your Lifestyle
Forty-four percent of the adult U.S. population are current drinkers who have consumed at least 12 drinks in the preceding year. Too much alcohol in the body can inhibit the immune system, decrease new bone production, cause heart and liver problems, disturb the digestive system, and result in abnormal insulin production. During pregnancy, alcohol consumption…
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and How Diet And Supplements Can Help
There is a big difference between ‘I need another cup of coffee’ and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). This debilitating condition impacts the mood, energy, and life of the people who suffer from it. CFS is also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS), or encephalopathy, and it affects all age groups. CFS can be very serious and…
10 Steps To Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Through Dietary Modifications and Supplements
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is the most prevalent gastrointestinal disorder in the world, affecting about 14% of the global population as of 2019. People with irritable bowel syndrome, also referred to as spastic or nervous colon, suffer from chronic abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, food intolerances, and altered bowel habits. IBS patients report having constant diarrhea,…
STROKE – How Nutrition and Supplements Aid in Prevention and Recovery
Before we dive into how nutrition and supplements aid in stroke prevention and recovery, let us first look into why a stroke happens in the first place. There are two main causes of stroke: 1. A blood clot forms and clogs an artery of the brain causing a blockage (ischemic stroke). Once a blockage occurs,…
Varicose Veins: Prevention and Support Through Supplements and Healthy Lifestyle
What are varicose veins, how can we prevent them, and what kind of support is available through vitamins and a healthy lifestyle? Let us start by knowing more about varicose veins. What are Varicose Veins? By definition, varicose veins are enlarged and twisted veins that are bluish in color and occur on the skin’s surface.…
Head Lice – Natural Remedies
Many people panic when they realize that they or their child has a headful of lice, but this isn’t associated with poor hygiene. The panic is understandable; nobody wants a 3mm sized menace feeding on your blood. But the good news is that there are plenty of natural therapies and remedies to cure head lice…
Multiple Sclerosis – Slowing Progression and Managing Symptoms Naturally
Improving your diet and adding healthy herbs and supplements will improve overall motor and cognitive functioning, but for those with multiple sclerosis, such lifestyle changes can be especially helpful. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic central nervous system disease with inflammatory and neurodegenerative effects. The cause of the disease is not known, but is thought…