In the 17th Century, a Spanish fleet was sailing up the Pacific coast of Mexico when the crew became deathly ill. “The first symptom is pain in the whole body that makes it sensitive to touch,Purple spots begin to cover…Continue Reading →
ddempwpJuly 17, 2013Diet and NutritionComments Off on Iodine Deficiency – An Emerging Health Issue
Iodine deficiency is a global health issue. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates over 2 billion people may be iodine deficient, with up to 50 million of them suffering from serious symptoms of the imbalance, such as brain damage. Once a…Continue Reading →
Have you ever heard of “excitotoxicity”? This is a term coined in 1969 by neuroscientist Dr. John Olney of the Washington University School of Medicine. He used it to describe the way that excess glutamate destroys brain cells. When he added small amounts…Continue Reading →
“Oh beautiful for spacious skies, for amber waves of grain”… That phrase still brings a lump to my throat. I spent my youth on a farm in the Midwest, and there was nothing more beautiful than standing, ripened grain rustling…Continue Reading →
ddempwpJanuary 27, 2013Diet and NutritionComments Off on Sluggish No More
Many people suffer from fatigue and low energy and desperately seek ways to try and increase energy levels. Unfortunately, most of these people turn to quick fixes, rather than trying to get to the root of their problems. Quick fixes…Continue Reading →
Many people who believe in taking a holistic approach to their health prefer using alternative forms of medicine and treatment to the traditional, more common forms. The truth is, however, that a holistic approach and traditional medicine can and should…Continue Reading →
ddempwpJanuary 14, 2013Diet and NutritionComments Off on A Yummy Way to Stay Healthy
Sometimes, staying healthy can seem like nothing more than a big, boring chore. You don’t get to eat all of the foods you want, having to settle instead for the foods that will keep your waistline in check and your…Continue Reading →
Everyone wants to be healthy and to live a long and happy life. It’s important to understand, however, that being healthy is something that takes work. These days, so many people think they can just use natural health products and…Continue Reading →
When you’re trying to shed excess fat and pack on muscle, Creatine supplementation is one of your best weapons. The proper use of Creatine, combined with a holistic approach to overall health and nutrition, can boost your energy levels, allowing…Continue Reading →
Raising children has never been more difficult than it is today. You have to shield them from the dangers of the internet, teach them to stay away from strangers, and help them do well in the increasingly challenging world of…Continue Reading →