In the United States, every year roughly 100,000 people will develop primary hyperparathyroidism. (1) If you're over the age of 50, a woman or have a history of kidney stones, calcium or vitamin deficiency, you're at an increased risk for developing this condition. What are the symptoms of parathyroid disease? Not everyone with hyperparathyroidism will…
Brain zaps — also sometimes referred to as brain shivers, brain shocks or head shocks — are described as being one of the most unbearable withdrawal symptoms when stopping certain depression and anxiety medications. Brain zaps get their name from the uncomfortable sensations they cause that are described as feeling like sudden zaps, electrical buzzes, tremors, shakes or…
Thyroid nodules are the most common disorder involving the endocrine system, but when you feel a lump in your throat or it's detected during a routine physical exam, it's normal to feel worried. Although thyroid nodules may seem scary, about 90–95 percent of them are non-cancerous growths that develop in an otherwise normal thyroid gland.…
Fo-ti root has long been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support liver and kidney health, fight various effects of aging, and "nourish the heart and calm the spirit." (1) Many of fo-ti's benefits are due to its supply of antioxidants and beneficial compounds, including anthraquinones, emodin and chrysophanic acids. When it comes to improving your…
The average woman experiences 450 periods in her lifetime. That's triple the amount of our ancestors, who generally lived shorter lives and spent more time pregnant and nursing. (1) And since more than 75 percent of women today deal with PMS symptoms during menstruation, it's clear that a lot of women are experiencing the uncomfortable…
Everyone has felt it. That sudden pounding heartbeat. Sweaty palms. A surge of energy as you scan for exits. That’s epinephrine. Epinephrine is a hormone released by the adrenal glands. The hormone is also called adrenaline. Epinephrine is released during periods of sudden or severe stress and is the energy rush behind our “fight or…
There's evidence that damiana herb has a very long history of use as a natural aphrodisiac and relaxant in Central and South America, dating back to the time of the ancient Aztecs, Mayans and Guaycura who lived in modern-day Mexico. What does damiana do, and what makes it beneficial? Some people compare damiana to cannabis due…
Dramatically clutching the chest and slowly sinking to the floor is often how heart attacks are presented in television and movies. And while heart attack symptoms can arise suddenly and be quite intense, more often the symptoms start more slowly and are milder, according to the American Heart Association. (1) Heart attack symptoms can present…
Difficulty concentrating, impulsiveness, excessive energy and inability to sit still are some of the most common symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The number of children diagnosed with ADHD continues to increase, but researchers don’t know why. Currently, it's estimated that 9 percent of American teens and over 4 percent of American adults have…
Did you know that depression is predicted to be the leading cause of disease burden by 2030? In fact, it's already the leading cause in women worldwide. When including depressive-related deaths due to suicide and stroke, depression has the third highest global disease burden. (1) For people with depression, their negative thoughts overshadow all of…
