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03/15/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Baseball player says going organic helped him more than his exercise routine

Tyler Collins, a 26-year-old American professional baseball player for the Detroit Tigers who is in the heat of the battle for the vacant center field spot, recently strained the lat muscle on his left side. The injured baseball player could still run and hit, but throwing was off limits. While he feels fine now, Collins […]

03/14/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Are walnuts the key to fighting prostate cancer? Researchers think so

Next to non-melanoma skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer among men in America, according to the latest statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In 2013, 176,450 new cases of prostate cancer were diagnosed, and about 27,681 American men died from this largely preventable disease. The prostate is a […]

02/28/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Six immune-building foods and herbs you need to consume to stay healthy

Usually, your immune system does an excellent job of protecting your body against disease-causing microbes. However, sometimes bacteria or viruses can slip past your body’s defense line and make you sick. If this happens, many people rely on prescription medication or antibiotics to get rid of the sick-making invaders. Alexander Fleming’s discovery of penicillin in […]

02/13/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Fight pain naturally with these powerful natural remedies

Every day, millions of people rush to the pharmacy for some over-the-counter (OTC) or prescription pain medication. Most of us who live with the debilitating effects of chronic pain would do almost anything to find relief. While painkillers like ibuprofen, acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) or the more addictive opioid drugs can help manage […]

02/13/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Beware: Dangerous pharmaceuticals are sometimes hiding in nutritional supplements, making them unsafe

Herbal food supplements are supposed to be potent natural plant medicines to improve our health. Unfortunately, dangerous chemical-tainted supplements have flooded the market, undermining the credibility of companies who are producing safe and pure solutions to treat our health issues. Next to making unproven health claims, these fake supplements may do more harm than good. While they […]

02/11/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Saffron can help reverse age-related vision loss

One of nature’s treasures, saffron has been known since ancient times for its bright yellow color, subtle flavor, and medicinal properties. Culinary chefs and home cooks all over the world have used this precious golden herb to enlighten their biryani, curry, paella, or risotto dish. Saffron is the world’s most expensive spice, stemming from the […]

02/11/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Red Seaweed: the radiation protection superfood you’re not getting enough of

Seaweed is a common ingredient in Japanese cuisine. However, for the average American this mystical, slimy, spinach-like vegetable is something they only know from sushi rolls or miso soup. Many may not even know it is edible, let alone know how to prepare a meal with it. While it may not look very appetizing to […]

02/10/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Vitamin C is a powerful heart healer, especially after surgery

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common type of arrhythmia which can be triggered by various stressful events. About 30 percent of people who have undergone a cardiac operation suffer from post-operative AF afterward. There are a lot of drugs available to treat the condition; however, they come with a host of adverse side effects […]

02/09/2017 / By Amy Goodrich

Ten “secret” superfoods to boost health

Given their large nutritional punch and incredible health benefits, most of us are seeking ways to include more superfoods in our diet. From exotic goji berries to antioxidant-rich acai bowls, these nutrient-dense superfoods often come with a high price tag many of us cannot afford. Though it pays to include high-quality spirulina or chlorella in your […]

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