Natural Healing News

by Stan Kalson —  Summertime is the season to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables that are available. We are fortunate to have many farmers’ markets and natural grocers around the Valley that charge reasonable prices for ingredients to make healthy summer salads. Stop by and tell them you support their markets and stores. The […]

by Stan Kalson —  The following lifestyle ideas will create a healthy body and longevity for those who can adhere to it: An abundance of food from plant sources, including organic fruits and vegetables, potatoes, breads and whole grains, beans, raw nuts and seeds. Emphasis on a variety of minimally processed and, wherever possible, seasonally […]

by Linda Leibl —  Anti-aging and wellness are hot topics these days. Everywhere you turn, there is more information about looking and feeling younger. Even grandmothers look younger these days — not like they did 10 or 20 years ago. As you’re hearing everywhere, the new 50 looks 30, the new 60 looks 40, and […]

by Stan Kalson —  It is simple: placing a high priority on the quality of food we eat helps determine the degree of our wellness. Extensive media discussions have recently covered the dangers of chemical fertilizers and pesticides used in commercial agriculture. Health researchers now state, without hesitation, that there is a relationship between our […]

by Stan Kalson —  Soup is an easy, delicious way to nourish the body. Generally, all you need are the basics: fresh organic vegetables, legumes, grains and meats. I remember when growing up, walking into our home and smelling a pot of soup cooking. Soup and a slice of old-world, hard-crusted bread was a satisfying […]

by Dr. Larry Wilson —  The health of your mouth is about far more than appearance. It can literally mean the difference between life and death. In particular, chronic and usually hidden dental infections often wreak havoc on the entire body and can contribute to heart disease and cancer. Modern dentistry is one of the […]

by Joanne Henning Tedesco —  It is going to be a fun evening and you want something new, exciting and healthy for dinner — but what? Like many people, you have lost your desire to spend hours in the kitchen, yet still want to make something special. Start by going to the farmers’ markets where […]

The following is new information regarding white tea and obesity, and how blueberries can reduce risk factors for cardiovascular disease and metabolic syndrome. White tea fights obesity, scientists report German scientists say that drinking white tea may be a natural way to battle the bulge. The tea contains compounds that appear to break down existing […]

by Stan Kalson —  Our modern American society has created less nutritious and more genetically altered foods that bloat our stomachs and weaken our immune systems. As a result, we all need to eat more raw, fresh fruits and vegetables, especially during the summer heat, to satisfy our nutritional requirements. Fortunately, nature provides an abundance […]

by Joanne Henning Tedesco —  A smoothie is a blended, chilled beverage with a milkshake-like consistency that is made from fresh fruit, juice or vegetables, crushed ice, and usually with honey, milk or yogurt and is whipped in a blender until smooth. Many types of smoothies are found in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine, and […]

by Stan Kalson —  Fresh fruits and vegetables are more plentiful during the summer months, which makes it easier to choose lighter, more nutritional meals. Even though we need less food when it’s warmer, the quality of the foods we consume all year round is always more important than the quantity. It’s encouraging to see […]

by Doreen Pollack —  Starting a garden might seem like a daunting task, but tackling the project over several weekends makes the workload lighter. Here is a week-by-week plan that even novice gardeners can follow: Week one: Plan what kind of garden you want. Vegetables, flowers or both? Raised beds, pots or in-ground? There are […]

by Dr. Paul Stallone —  Organic and locally grown foods are gaining popularity, not only in Phoenix, but all over the United States. This is good news, since eating organic food is often the initial step toward better health. The ambiguity of what qualifies as organic, coupled with skepticism about the benefits versus the perceived […]