Why America Is Sick The health of our nation is at risk. While obesity reaches near epidemic proportions, the rate of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer continues to rise. What is the cause? The way we eat. Sadly, today, many Americans choose convenience over health. Fast-food restaurants and convenience foods continue to make up…
Muscle spasms can hit any time of day, causing sudden pain, throbbing and cramping that can seem unbearable. They are referred to as muscle cramps, leg cramps or a "charley horse." If you're tired of experiencing throbbing muscle pains or spasms that bring you down, it's time to make some changes to your diet, posture,…
The Myth Mood plays little role in your health. The Reality Our minds and bodies are linked in ways we’re still discovering. But one thing is clear — the way we feel has a profound impact on our health and vice versa. For instance, certain foods can boost your mood, while others can bring you down.…
Chicken wings can definitely be a guilty pleasure. They are crispy and flavorful, but when you order wings in a restaurant, they are almost always deep fried in rancid vegetable oil. A much healthier alternative is to bake your wings, which is exactly what I do for my garlic parmesan wings. Instead of using unhealthy,…
It's no secret that the standard American diet leaves a lot to be desired. The amount of health-disrupting, ultra-processed foods we consume has led to the obesity epidemic that's both complicating lives and costing billions of dollars. The good news is innovative health care providers are finding new ways to combat this obsession with nutrient-deficient…
Did you know that in the United States alone over 60 million adults and children currently have a parasite called Toxoplasma living inside their bodies? This is a a really large number of people and we're talking about a parasite that makes the list of 4 Parasites That Want To Invade Your Brain! Brain parasites are nothing to take lightly.…
Sometimes you get a bug bite and you have no idea what on earth bit you. Could it be a mosquito? Was it a spider? Wait, a spider can bite? Yes, unfortunately spiders can bite you and they often strike when you least expect it (like when you're sleeping). A spider bite, or arachnidism, is…
The FDA recently issued new warnings against prescribing tramadol and codeine to children and adolescents. After the agency reviewed event reports from about the past 50 years, they found that 64 reports of severe breathing difficulty, including 24 deaths, were linked to codeine in children and adolescents. In addition, nine cases, including three deaths (!),…
Did you know that about 25 percent of the drugs prescribed worldwide are derived from plants? Of the 252 drugs in the World Health Organization's essential medicine list, 11 percent are exclusively of plant origin. In fact, about 200 years ago the first pharmacological compound, morphine, was produced from opium extracted from the seed pods of…
Did you know that codeine is dangerous for your child? After reviewing adverse event reports for the past 50 years, the FDA concluded that prescription codeine and tramadol should not be given to children and adolescents. Upon their review, the agency found 64 cases of severe breathing problems, including 24 deaths, as a result of…
