Before over the counter medications became so readily accessible, home remedies were simply things that were tried and found to be successful at treating health problems. Often times, they had been handed down for many generations. Today, we call them home remedies but when they were first discovered, those solutions were all that the people…
What do you know about auto-immune diseases? How many can you name? Have you been diagnosed by your doctor with an auto-immune disease or disorder? Over 23.5 million Americans have been diagnosed with at least one auto-immune disease. Auto-immune disease is defined as a disease associated with the production of antibodies directed against one’s own…
Following the cold, gray, bleak days of winter, we all look forward to the long summer days of endless sunshine that invite us to get outside, seek adventure, play in the water, and drive with the top down. Beautiful flowers and luscious green grass are irresistible and the epitome of vibrant energy for so many…
Who doesn’t want to enjoy summer? The bountiful sunshine of days that seem endless, and nights that are perfect for relaxing with friends and family outside make summertime one of the busiest seasons of the year. The demands of our job, projects at home, and rushing around to kids’ school and sports activities can leave…
Do Natural Bug Repellents Actually Work? A few years ago, the slogan, “Better Living Through Chemistry” was coined. It was a catchy phrase, and soon everyone was saying it. After a while, people started to believe it; I mean, they applied the concept to every aspect of life. Unfortunately, many products on the market cause…
Cannabis Sativa L. is a species of the genus Cannabis L, which is from the Hemp family, Cannabaceae. There are several subspecies, but the two most widely recognized in regard to medical marijuana are Cannabis sativa L. ssp. sativa, and Cannabis sativa L. ssp.indica. The subspecies sativa is more commonly referred to as marijuana, whereas…
Meditation is practiced by millions of people around the world every day. Perhaps, because it spans so many cultures and generations, it is misunderstood by many people. There are books upon books, and programs that teach how to meditate; each one being a little bit different than the next. These books are usually found in…
It seems almost ironic that the last 5 weeks of the year cause enough guilt to fuel New Year’s resolutions that seem more like punishment than an honest attempt to live healthier. Why does such festivity result in feelings of failure, self-loathing, and a belief that healthy living is the end of all enjoyment of…
The topic of pesticides in our food, water, and air, its safety, and how it gets there is huge. Last month’s newsletter, “The Problem with Pesticides”, could not contain all the information needed to explain just how pesticides affect us every day. It is the goal of this article to go into that detail. Due…
The word pesticide is a broadly used term that literally means, that which kills pests. It could be an herbicide (plant killer), insecticide (insect killer), fungicide (fungus killer), rodenticide (rodent killer), or some other “pest” killer. The pesticide could be either synthetic or natural in form. Natural forms of pesticides may include orange oil, neem…