Nutrition Archives

IV Chelation Therapy: Finding a Doctor Who Will Test for and Treat Heavy Metal Toxicity

Jan 17, 2017 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Excessive toxic metal exposure from the air, food, water, dental amalgams, and other sources is becoming a recognized and established underlying cause of both acute and chronic disease. With ongoing medical research validating the link between chronic diseases like heart disease and environmental exposure to toxic metals, it is more … Read More

5 Natural Remedies for Athlete’s Foot: Good Hygiene, Tea Tree Oil, Garlic, and More

Jan 15, 2017 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Itchy feet, flaky skin, and swelling: Having athlete’s foot is no fun, and it can be really difficult to get rid of. But these simple, easy, and effective natural remedies for athlete’s foot will help you get rid of bothersome and uncomfortable symptoms. What is athlete’s foot? Athlete’s foot, medically … Read More

5 DIY Potpourri Recipes – How to Make Your House Smell Good!

Jan 10, 2017 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Learning how to make your house smell good will please and amaze your family and visitors – especially at the holidays. But, commercial potpourri products and air fresheners are often loaded with chemicals to enhance the smell. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), most store-bought air fresheners consist … Read More

How to Take Oil of Oregano and Echinacea as a Potential Natural Antiviral

Jan 6, 2017 · Tom Vick · Nutrition

Our video No. 1 covers the topic of using plant extracts from oregano and echinacea, explaining what these plants are, the natural antiviral benefits they may deliver, and why the research study results are inconclusive on their effectiveness as a natural antiviral. But here I want to discuss the specific … Read More

5 Health Benefits of the Coleus Plant: Lose Weight, Lower Blood Pressure, Treat Glaucoma, and More

Jan 4, 2017 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

The coleus plant, a member of the mint family, is popular for its use in gardening due to its brightly colored leaves of green and purple. But that’s not all it has to offer—the root of Coleus forskohlii has been traditionally used as medicine since ancient times.[1] The root is … Read More

How Much Iodine Do I Need Daily? Plus 5 Foods High in Iodine to Help You Get Enough

Jan 1, 2017 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Recently, I have started to use sea salt a lot more in my cooking. But as I replaced the classic iodized table salt with things like Himalayan pink sea salt, I began to wonder, were my iodine levels being affected by this change? Were there foods high in iodine I … Read More

Effective Epsom Salt Uses: Home Remedies and More

Dec 11, 2016 · UHN Staff · Nutrition

Magnesium sulfate, also known as Epsom salt, is a naturally occurring mineral that contains both magnesium and sulfur, both of which are essential for many functions in the body. Low magnesium can contribute to diabetes, raise your risk of cardiovascular disease, and may cause muscle weakness or pain.[1,2,3] Sulfur helps … Read More

Top 5 Healthy Beverages

Nov 28, 2016 · Jami Cooley, RN, CNWC · Nutrition

One way of weaning yourself off one or more of the top five worst drinks for your body is to learn how to enjoy the fabulous flavor of our top 5 healthy beverages. And that won't be hard to do; these healthy beverages are refreshing and delicious. 1. Green Tea … Read More

Low-Carb Diets: They May Fall Short On Essential Nutrients

Nov 18, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Nutrition

Whole grains provide unrefined carbohydrates (carbs), a primary source of energy in a balanced diet plan. Carbs have been the target of much criticism, and low-carb diets have gained many followers. It’s true that diets high in refined carbs have been linked with higher risks of many diseases, but the … Read More

How to Eat Healthy—and Why

Nov 10, 2016 · Dawn Bialy · Nutrition

The foods you place on your plate every day are far more powerful than you realize. If you choose to eat certain foods while limiting or avoiding other foods, you can have a major impact on your overall health. So it's important to understand how to eat healthy. Hundreds of … Read More

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