by Dr. Denise Quance Grobe — There are two main groups of essential fatty acids: omega-3 and omega-6. Proper cell function depends on a balanced intake of these fats. Even though our bodies cannot produce these fats, they are considered “essential,” as they are required for maintaining health. The most beneficial essential fatty acid is […]
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Health updates
July 27, 2012
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The following is new information regarding milk from cloned cows and record sales of synthetic multivitamins. Milk from clones to hit U.S. market soon The Senate is still wrangling over the 2007-2012 Farm Bill and one new consumer-friendly amendment, vehemently opposed by the biotech industry, which would force the FDA to reverse its current controversial […]
Beating fatigue naturally
July 24, 2012
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by Dr. Tara Peyman — So many of us wake up feeling tired, and struggle to find enough energy to simply get through the day. If you feel the need to drink one or more cups of coffee or energy drinks on a daily basis, you may be deficient in the nutrients essential for energy […]
Natural alternatives for arthritis pain
July 23, 2012
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by Shalon Utah — Arthritis is a degenerative disease complicated by consistent wear and tear on the joint cartilage, causing a painful and disabling inflammatory condition. Arthritis affects more than 40 million people in the United States, and that number is expected to nearly double in the next 20 years. Although arthritis is the leading […]
Sunshine: it’s “D-lightful”
July 20, 2012
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by Rev. Lena Sheehan — Oh, how lucky are those who live in sunny climates, where every day they can be outdoors, breathing fresh air and feeling good. Not only does it feel good, but just minutes of sunlight exposure per day give our bodies the opportunity to make the daily requirement of that valuable […]
Tips for feeling and looking great
July 16, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — Wouldn’t you love to look and feel great every day of your life? Admittedly, it does take some work. But the good news is, if you make a habit out of your beauty and health routines, eventually they cease to seem like such chores. Just like brushing your teeth every night […]
Migraine headaches and magnesium chloride
July 13, 2012
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by Dr. Carolyn Dean — Fewer than half of the estimated 30 million Americans who suffer from migraines receive accurate diagnoses, according to Robert B. Daroff, M.D., professor of neurology at Case School of Medicine and president of the American Headache Society. Patients and their doctors often mistake migraines for tension or sinus headaches. Because […]
Health updates
July 12, 2012
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The following is new information regarding Himalayan salt crystal lamps and the benefits of sunlight on cancer. Himalayan salt crystal lamps Three hundred million years ago, a vast primordial ocean covered the area that would become the Himalayan mountain range. The salt of that unpolluted ocean was preserved as large crystal formations, which now yield […]
Poly-MVA®: A liquid dietary supplement
March 5, 2012
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by Dr. Paul Stallone — New dietary supplements emerge onto the market each and every day, and it becomes challenging to decide which ones are best without the help of a health care practitioner. Most individuals take at least a multivitamin; many have a shelf full of different types of vitamins, minerals and herbs for […]
An advanced approach to cancer
March 5, 2012
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by Dr. Frank George — Cancer is a failure of the immune system to stay on top of things that go wrong in the body. If you’ve been told you have cancer, your immune system is not working well. Ironically, traditional treatment further weakens the immune system with its use of heavy-duty doses of chemotherapy […]
The Tooth Truth
March 5, 2012
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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 […]
It’s time for a smoothie
February 29, 2012
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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 […]
Boost immunity against the flu and infections
February 29, 2012
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by Dr. Theo Christodoulakis — Opportunistic infections are those infections that find the opportunity to invade the host, such as the bodies of individuals who have compromised or run-down immune systems. Boosting the immune system is a multi-faceted approach that should include reducing the stress of an individual, increasing proper nutrition and supplementation, getting adequate […]
August 7, 2012
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