A restful sleep is a necessity for good health because this is time that your body repairs and rebuilds. Regular sleep is important for good heart health, proper brain functions, hormone production, and a strong immune system. The next time you think you can get by with less sleep, remember that while...

When your back hurts, the only thing that you want is relief and fast. The fastest way sometimes is to reach for a pill or tablet or powder. But, are these over-the-counter medications the right move for long-term back pain relief? Over-the-counter medications, or OTCs, are sometimes advertised as the...

Based in osteopathy, Craniosacral Therapy (aka CST) was originally developed by physician John E. Upledger at Michigan State University after an 8-year study as a professor of biomechanics. Dr. William Sutherland had already pioneered the idea through his work in cranial osteopathy. Dr. Upledger was...

Detoxification and cleansing are two words you’ve probably heard a lot of lately. Everywhere you look there are ads for this detox diet or that colon cleansing diet to help you lose weight. So, just what does it mean to go on a “body detox” or to “cleanse to lose weight”? Here’s...

Even before the “official” diagnosis, people that suffer from acid reflux disease have already learned to avoid certain foods. This is because diet has a huge effect of acid reflux symptoms. acid reflux, also known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), may exhibit an array of symptoms...

A cleanse is a short-term diet used to clear toxins from the body. Most cleanses involve fasting while drinking lots of fluids to flush out toxins from the body. There are many reasons for wanting to do a body detox. Some people do an annual cleanse to prevent internal toxic build-up, others choose...

Want is IBS? The letters IBS stand for irritable bowel syndrome. The fact that it is a syndrome means that it is a group of symptoms. Some of the most prominent symptoms of IBS are gas, diarrhea, cramping, constipation, and abdominal pain. What part of my body does IBS affect? The colon is primarily...

If you are experiencing back pain, you’ve probably tried many ways to alleviate the pain and discomfort. You may even be frustrated because nothing seems to helpe. If that’s the case, it may be time to take another avenue — an ancient one— such as using acupuncture to cure back pain. What...

Marjoram is considered to be one of the rare herbs whose flavor intensifies when dried. On the culinary side, it is used in homemade sausages and meats, makes an attractive garnish, and enhances the flavor when cooked with vegetables. Marjoram blends well when combined with other herbs to make spice...

We are all fighting the ravages of time. But, what if time didn’t have to be so ravaging? Antioxidants may be the answer to help your body grow old gracefully, strong, and healthy. What are antioxidants? We now know what super foods are so it is time to define antioxidants. Antioxidants are substances...