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Doctors want you to believe that depression is some kind of “brain chemical deficiency” and that if you don’t feel good, something is wrong with your brain. This theory has never been proven, and new research shows that it could be inflammation doing the damage. A new study out of Cambridge University in the U.K. shows “inflammation induces behavioral changes similar to depression that are often associated with illness, including…
You already know that alcohol can have dire consequences on your health. But how bad is it really? Until now that hasn’t been completely clear. But if you’re looking for a concrete answer about whether or not one drink or two impacts your health, you finally have it. And it isn’t pretty… After reviewing 10 years of study evidence, researchers determined that there is a causal relationship between drinking alcohol…
How often do you tell yourself that you don’t have enough time to do important healthy things for yourself… like eating healthy or meditating? My guess would be a lot. And you’re not alone. It seems like we’re all high on healthy aspirations but low on time. The question is: What can you do about it? Well, the good thing about meditation, for example, is that you can do it…
It’s a tough world out there, and often the things that seem to be beneficial on the outside are insidiously chipping away at your health on the inside. Conventional and industrial crops, for example, are grown in depleted soils, robbing you of rich sources of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients your body needs. While things like antibacterial soap, hand sanitizers, and antibiotics sound like positive items to include in your lifestyle,…
Omega-3 fatty acids aren’t just important to your health, they’re essential to your health. That’s why they’re called “essential fatty acids.” You need them to survive. And they’re one of the few fats your body can’t create on its own, so it’s up to you to fill yourself with foods naturally rich in them. The impact omega-3 fatty acids have on your body is nothing short of miraculous. The good…
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is the silent killer. It is the most common form of cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States. One in five Americans suffers this deadly disease and many do not even know it until it’s too late. Yet, among the 31 million who have high blood pressure and know it, many rely on medication rather than reducing it naturally.…
Sex is good for your health. There’s no doubt about that. A satisfying sex life not only makes you happier and less stressed, but it also lowers your blood pressure, boosts your immune system and reduces your risk of heart disease. But after decades in a marriage or committed relationship, it’s pretty common for the sexual spark to fizzle out. In fact, scientists even have a name for it. It’s…
Gratitude begins with a thought. If believed, it grows into that wonderful feeling of “well-being” that begets balance and wholeness in the entire body. The really good news is that you can experience gratitude whenever you wish… The very thoughts of relief, of peace, protection, connection, abundance and joy can bring about this feeling. And how you think and feel about the events of your life — your perspective —…
In the U.S. alone, more than 60,000 different chemicals are used in industry, agriculture and household products, none of which require real safety testing. These include flame retardants, pesticides and hydrocarbons and many other everyday pollutants, including byproducts of industrial processes, believed to be responsible for adverse neurodevelopmental conditions. Despite their widespread use and assumed safety, independent research demonstrates that these chemicals pose real harm, particularly to vulnerable populations such…
What’s the first thing you do when you feel the burning pain of a urinary tract infection coming on? Reach for the cranberry juice, of course. And you’re not the only one. Cranberry juice is the go-to remedy of UTI-sufferers everywhere. Nowadays, even your doctor is probably on-board with using cranberries to promote bladder health. The body of research behind it is that strong. Researchers have been studying the cranberry’s…