Adapted from The Collagen Diet: A 28-Day Play for Sustained Weight Loss, Glowing Skin, Great Gut Health and a Younger You by Dr. Josh Axe The body’s production of collagen naturally slows as we age. We can thank this process for signs of aging, such as wrinkles, sagging skin and joint pain. Clearly, collagen has an impact…
Just about every type of supplement, plus the majority of medications, too, have the potential to cause side effects. But what are “side effects” exactly, and why do they occur? A side effect is any typically undesirable effect of a drug or medical treatment. When a supplement, over-the-counter drug, or prescription causes side effects, it…
I'm always interested in new ways to spice up my usual side dishes. So, when I found myself with an abundance of green beans, I decided it was time to add some new life to an old favorite. You're probably used to steamed green beans with a bit of butter or maybe sautéed in a…
Although children most often develop swimmer’s ear from swimming outdoors in oceans or lakes, adults can also develop this painful problem. In fact, swabbing the inside of the ears with Q-tips after a shower (a common habit among cleanly adults) can actually raise the risk for ear infections, since this removes protective bacteria and also…
People have always visited the doctor for digestive issues, and modern times are no different. Today’s diet is steeped in salt and sugar. It lacks the stimulating digestive work of bitterness, which research confirms is vital to your health. And, as we know, a healthy gut is key to a healthy body. For centuries, wild,…
If you’re relatively young and healthy, improving your memory may not be the health goal you’re currently most focused on. However, memory impairment is an issue that shouldn’t be taken lightly, considering one’s memory is tied to many other brain functions and serves as a window into overall cognitive health, and it’s never too early…
A number of herbal teas hold a lot of meaning in traditional systems of medicine, such as Ayurveda. One such type of anti-inflammatory tea is the kind made from butterfly pea flower. In Ayurveda, a holistic system of medicine that's been practiced for India for thousands of years, butterfly pea flower tea is called Anchan…
According to researchers who study metabolic disorders, both genetics and lifestyle factors — especially one's diet and exercise habits — can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes. We've known for decades that to prevent and reverse diabetes naturally, eating a nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory diet is key. In fact, a new study found that the quality of…
Not only is the feijoa plant low-maintenance to grow and easy on the eyes — with its big, pink flowers and silvery leaves that are both drought- and deer-resistant — it also produces edible fruits that provide valuable nutrients. What is feijoa called in English? It's also known as pineapple guava, which is a type…
Year after year, when experts rank the healthiest eating patterns for the general population to follow, the Mediterranean diet often comes out on top. Now, a new diet called the Southern European Atlantic Diet (SEAD) is proving to be just as beneficial for overall health, even though it includes certain foods that we're commonly told…
