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Mass Vaccination

August 3, 2012

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by Dr. Larry Wilson — New epidemics have exploded around the world, but only in places where mass vaccination was or is practiced. These include AIDS, Gulf War syndrome, attention-deficit disorder, sudden infant death syndrome, increased violence, learning disorders, delayed development and perhaps the worst, autism. This article is a continuation of last issue’s vaccination […]

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Herbal healing made easy

July 29, 2012

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by Kathleen Gould —  More and more, people are turning to whole-plant herbal remedies as preventative healthcare and for treating specific health problems. We are going “back to our roots” as we relearn the time-honored remedies our ancestors used. The really wonderful thing is that once we start learning, we find that herbal healing is […]

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The importance of detoxing

July 26, 2012

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by Eulalia Papineau —  Every day we are exposed to a variety of environmental chemicals and toxins that can be absorbed into the body via breathing, eating, drinking and more. In addition, lifestyle choices sometimes include smoking, alcohol, junk food and artificial sweeteners, just to name a few — all increasing the toxic load on […]

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Quit smoking naturally

July 26, 2012

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by Dr. Tara Peyman —  Did you know that after only eight hours of quitting smoking, your blood pressure drops by five to 10 points? After one month, your immune system will have begun to recover from the effects of cigarette smoke, and your energy is likely to improve. After only one year of quitting […]

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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 […]

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Return your body to a youthful and vibrant state

July 21, 2012

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by Dr. Paul Stallone —  The Fountain of Youth is a legendary spring that reputedly restores the youth of anyone who drinks of its waters. If only it were so easy to reverse the body’s inevitable aging process and restore its original vitality. While no single elixir exists, fortunately there are integrative healthcare options to […]

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Redroot: A rescue for lazy lymphatics

July 20, 2012

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by Kathleen Gould —  Editor’s Note: This article is for informational purposes only. The information contained herein is not intended to substitute for professional medical care or advice.   When the immune system responds to an illness, white blood cells that kill the invading bacteria are moved to the lymph system for disposal from the […]

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Treating infertility with Chinese medicine and acupuncture

July 12, 2012

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by Dr. Jing Liu —  Kim, a 39-year-old woman who is also a medical doctor working at the Mayo Clinic, came to my office two years ago and told me she had been trying to get pregnant for three years. She and her husband were both very healthy, and all her blood tests were normal. […]

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Lost your libido? How women can help themselves

March 5, 2012

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by Dr. Denise Grobe —  Many women report to their physicians that they have experienced a decrease in libido. While this is not a problem for some women, it can present a multitude of complicated issues for others. A woman’s libido can be a difficult topic to discuss. No scientific or medical standards have been […]

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The community of herbs

March 5, 2012

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by Kathleen Gould —  Even before Mary got to the classroom door, she could hear the laughter and felt a lightness of spirit. As the door opened, she was embraced by an array of wonderful smells — strong earthy aromas, sweet florals, exotic spices and others she had never experienced. Once inside, she found the […]

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The beauty of lavender

February 29, 2012

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by Linda Nedbalek —  English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a member of the mint family and, because it cross-pollinates easily, there are countless variations within the species. The plants are extremely fragrant, with rich, invigorating healing properties. Lavender has been cultivated from the beginning of recorded civilization. It is used in aromatherapy oils and fragrant […]

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Creating a world community with medicinal plants

February 28, 2012

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by Kathleen Gould —  Global warming, world pandemics, polluted water, air and food — it is no secret that we have pushed Earth and her gifts to the breaking point. It is a trying time, and people are feeling hopeless. “Going green” means so much more than driving a hybrid car or adding solar panels […]

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Eliminating GERD

February 28, 2012

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by Julia Busch —  If you regularly awaken mid-sleep, choked by burning acid and barely able to breathe, you may suffer from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The physical culprit is a faulty lower esophageal sphincter (LES), a valve at the bottom of the esophagus (the swallowing tube). This valve normally tightens to confine stomach acid, […]

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