Holy basil is a revered herb used in traditional systems of medicine, including aromatherapy. Holy basil is most often used in Ayurveda and other systems of medicine due to its wide range of potential health benefits. Holy basil is an adaptogen, meaning it may help the body to adapt to exposure to microbes, stress, and other issues. The […]
Despite efforts to reduce or eliminate the number of potentially harmful chemicals in consumer products, the agriculture sector, and our waterways, people and companies still improperly use and dispose of these chemicals. Worse still is that many of these chemicals are resistant to biodegradation and will be with us for centuries. So despite your efforts […]
Eye health is important. And if you’re looking to add foods that support eye health to your grocery list, then look no further than this list. The great news? Foods that are great for eye health also tend to be foods that are great for your overall health and well-being, too. The other bit of […]
It’s so obvious as to hardly need mentioning, but having a baby is tough. The sudden life change, lack of sleep, and physical trauma are hard on mind and body, and the weeks that follow a birth are filled with a blend of joy and difficulty for most women. To maximize joy and health on […]
Many people shop for supplements with a specific health goal in mind. You may ask: Does this supplement support my needs? If the answer is yes, you start a regimen. This is a great starting point, but something you may have overlooked is when and how you should take your supplement. Mixing specific supplements or […]
Vitamin C supports hundreds of biological functions in the body, such as support for healthy-looking skin, bone health, and the normal healing process of the body. It is important to meet your daily requirement of vitamin C intake, because the body does not store vitamin C in fat like some nutrients. Thankfully, vitamin C is […]
Looking around the internet, there are a lot of “best superfoods†lists. While each list is different to some extent, the authors seem to agree that superfoods should stand out by providing an optimal amount of either good fats, protein, vitamins and minerals, or other nutrients like antioxidants. Many of these lists include healthy foods […]
Most Americans start the new year by setting a host of goals, mantras, and new year’s resolutions. Common choices include saving money, losing weight, reading more, or traveling. Sadly, there are a host of statistics which show that 80% of those who set resolutions will abandon them by the second week of February. This year, […]
Folic Acid Awareness Week begins the second week of January and ends 7 days later, but the potential for folic acid deficiencies, especially among pregnant women, is something to pay attention to every day of the year. These concerns also tie into another awareness campaign during January, Birth Defects Prevention Month. This campaign seeks to […]
Looking to drop a few pounds for the new year? We hate to break the bad news, but long lasting and effective weight management isn’t a simple task, it’s actually a lot of hard work. But, there are some natural weight management supplements that you can try along with a healthy diet and exercise. They […]
