Nature provides us with effective medicines from many sources. One of the best—and partially processed by nature herself, is propolis. The first step in propolis comes from bees. They gather flavonoid and polyphenol-rich material from plants and trees near their hives. They then modify it with their own enzymes as they process the material into …
We know that using prescription painkillers leads to addiction and serious health consequences. What many people don’t realize, however, is that by switching to over-the-counter painkillers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen they are putting their lives in danger without realizing it. Acetaminophen alone is the leading cause of acute liver failure in the United States. It …
If I feel like I’m getting sick the first thing I reach for is Anti-V. In fact, this herbal combination has become a go-to for staff members at the Oregon Natural Market, and a number-one recommendation for customers who are battling a cold or flu. If you’re feeling good but have been around people who …
I’ve never seen an ingredient with as much capacity for improving health and fighting disease as curcumin. Research on this powerhouse antioxidant and anti-inflammatory continues to impress me. It seems like each month we learn something new and remarkable about curcumin. It’s important to remember that curcumin and turmeric are two different substances. Turmeric is …
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“The brain is not the only place in the body that’s full of neurotransmitters. One hundred million neurotransmitters line the length of the gut— approximately the same number found in the brain.” — Dr. Michael Gershon, M.D., neurobiologist, and author of The Second Brain As many of you know, I’m full of advice and recommendations …
If someone asked me to recommend the most healing plant of all time, I would have to recommend comfrey. However, I’d have to qualify that to some extent, because due to certain alkaloids found in most comfrey, it should not be taken internally. But for topical use, there is nothing better. Added to a cream …
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I certainly understand why consumers choose to order their nutritional supplements online. It’s easy and convenient to order from the comfort of your home or office, especially if you have a busy lifestyle and driving in heavy traffic is an uncomfortable thought. Also, many brick-and-mortar retailers have closed their doors, either because of increased competition …
The liver is one of your body’s hardest working organs, and your well-being depends on it working at its best, every day. When the liver is healthy, it can effectively counter many threats, including poor diets, environmental toxins, overconsumption of alcohol, and the use of common over-the-counter drugs. But over time, those challenges can add …
You may have heard about the “blue zones” of the world, where diets and lifestyles converge to add up to incredible vitality and longevity. For example, people in Okinawa, Costa Rica, and Mediterranean coastal and mountainous regions in Greece regularly see lifespans that reach 100 years old. This can be due to many factors—fresh air, …
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Most people I’ve met either love or hate the taste of mushrooms. For me, mushrooms are a culinary extravaganza of flavor and versatility. Grilled portobello mushrooms drenched in olive oil and balsamic vinegar make a great vegetarian entree or side dish. Cremini and/or oyster mushrooms sauteed in butter and garlic and placed over a filet …
