Acupuncture: High Blood Pressure Treatment?

High blood pressure is a growing concern; it is highly prevalent and also highly dangerous. Having even moderately high blood pressure raises your risk for heart disease substantially. But high blood pressure medications come with their risks, too. So why not opt for natural solutions for managing your blood pressure … Read More

Dangers of Anti-Anxiety and Sleep Medications In Youth: Opt for Natural Sleep Remedies and Anxiety Solutions Instead

Does your kid need help sleeping? Are they anxious and unable to stay calm? Don’t just head to your doctor for some sleeping pills or anxiety meds – these prescriptions could be dangerous for your child. Kids given prescriptions for sleeping pills and anti anxiety medications are much more likely … Read More

Bisphosphonates Side Effects Prompt the Need for a “Drug Holiday”

When the drug companies themselves start recommending “drug holidays” for certain osteoporosis patients to reduce the risk of serious bisphosphonates side effects, it’s time to take notice. That’s essentially what’s happening as problems with long-term use of these drugs continue to get reported. Bisphosphonates are the main class of drugs … Read More

5 Ways to Prevent Headaches in Kids in the Fall

September is a month of change for many children, as it marks the beginning of a new school year. Summer vacation, and it’s more relaxed schedule, is over. Going back to school often causes an abrupt shift in habits, back to the day-to-day grind of getting up early, having to … Read More

Unexpected Coconut Oil Uses: Can Coconut Oil Treat Dementia?

Dementia can be very scary. Increasing episodes of forgetfulness can leave someone feeling helpless and confused.  If not addressed, symptoms can gradually worsen. Fortunately, for those looking for a natural dementia treatment, there is hope! Some people have success using high doses of coconut oil, or a derivative of coconut oil called … Read More

Dark Chocolate Health Benefits: Beat High Blood Pressure

One of the best-researched dark chocolate health benefits is its ability to lower blood pressure. It’s been known for some time now that the flavanols in cocoa are primarily responsible for dark chocolate’s beneficial effects on blood pressure, but the details are still being investigated. Now, a groundbreaking new study … Read More

Osteoporosis Risk Factors in Men: A Pot Belly Can Indicate Weakened Bones

Are you a man who’s been getting shorter but wider as you age? That could be a serious risk factor for bone loss. A study has found that belly fat and total abdominal fat in men are proven osteoporosis risk factors, which should cause the alarm bell to sound for … Read More

A Simple Homocysteine Test Assesses Homocysteine Levels to Predict Poor Memory and Impaired Cognition

A  study in the Journal of Affective Disorders in 2013 confirmed that high homocysteine levels in the blood, as indicated by a simple homocysteine test, are associated with poor memory and impaired cognitive function in older adults. Noting that previous studies have associated high homocysteine levels and depression with cognitive … Read More