Sleep is one of the most foundational aspects of health and wellness. However, each year between 50 – 70 million Americans report struggling with sleep issues. When you have a hard time getting to sleep and staying that way, nighttime can feel like an uphill climb rather than a peaceful reset. Thankfully, there are many […]
Many of the supplements that are currently gaining in popularity have been used for centuries by the native inhabitants of their region. Some supplements come to us from Eastern medicine, while others have been just around the corner the entire time in the West. One such, “homegrown†supplement is saw palmetto oil, which is mainly […]
Just because a supplement is branded as “natural†doesn’t mean that it is appropriate for use by everyone. Just as each individual is unique, so is the healthcare regimen recommended by their healthcare provider. Some supplements are controversial – experts believe that they could be beneficial for users, while others may see them as potentially […]
Unexpected hair loss can be disheartening to say least. Many of us prefer to have a full head of hair to brush, style, and face the world with. If you’ve noticed thinning or bald spots on your scalp, there are several natural options available to help slow or even prevent hair loss in some cases […]
Studies show that more than 50% of men over the age of 70 struggle with prostate issues including an enlarged prostate (also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy or BPH), prostate infections, and even prostate cancer. Men who are seeking out a natural way to support a healthy prostate may want to look into taking saw […]
‘Tis the season for sniffles, coughs … and hot drinks that make you feel better. Tea has this way of cuddling your insides like a cozy blanket, and adding Echinacea to your mug can make you feel even better. Echinacea is a superstar herb when it comes to dealing with all the yucky symptoms that […]
When it comes to natural health and holistic medicine, there is one herb that often stands out – an herbal “rockstar†of sorts, known as echinacea. If you ask herbal enthusiasts, most will tell you that it stands up to the hype. Echinacea plant uses date back centuries, and their effectiveness holds up today, even […]
As the colder seasons approach, like clockwork the coughing, sneezing and sore throats start to pop up all around us. In today’s modern, drug-store on every block era, it’s common practice to grab any over-the-counter medication to help mask the symptoms as you wait it out… but it wasn’t always that way. Our ancestors relied […]
Does the change of the season have you reaching for the box of tissues? Or maybe it’s your eyes that are constantly watering and itching, or your head feels like you’re walking around in a fog? Seasonal health challenges can pop up in many ways, and the symptoms are down-right annoying! Over-the-counter or prescription medications […]
“Turmeric looks like an ugly cousin of ginger.†At least that’s how Ellen Brown, founding food editor of USA Today, once described the plant in an article in the Providence Journal. Though turmeric itself might not be as worthy of still-life art as perfectly shaped pineapples, pears, and persimmons, turmeric root recipes can be just […]
