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Colloidal silver — it may sound like the name of a 70’s hair band, but it’s actually a somewhat forgotten immunity booster that might help you stay healthy this cold and flu season. Colloidal silver refers to microscopic particles of silver that have been dispersed and suspended into a substance, typically water, soap, or cream. When colloidal silver solutions became the “it” … [Read more...]
The color and aroma of turmeric evokes scenes of lively open-air markets and memories of flavorful dishes that delight the palate. As important as it may be to exotic cuisines, turmeric health benefits may be even more important. The interest in turmeric as a medicinal supplement is relatively new in the western world, but it has been prized in Ayurvedic medicine for more than … [Read more...]
Why don't we know more about the efficacy of medical marijuana? Well, it may partly be because most people don't pay attention to research done on any drug until they happen to need it. But, as with so many of the decisions being made in our healthcare system, the answer is one of financing. The cost of getting a new drug to market can be as high as 350 million dollars and … [Read more...]
The main focus of cancer prevention and treatment is strengthening the immune system and assuring proper assimilation of nutrients. We must view food and herbs as medicine to recognize their critical value for cancer prevention and to assist cancer patients in combating the disease. Some of the latest research studies, particularly in Europe, indicate that herbs have the … [Read more...]
Now is a good time to plan a cleanse for early spring into summer. This helps the body to refresh and renew to prepare for allergy season and clean out toxins stored during winter. It is best to do a mild cleanse rather than a harsh fasting type. There are several recipes for cleansing teas for the liver and kidneys and respiratory and lymphatic systems available on the … [Read more...]
Horsetail has a variety of medicinal properties. It is rich in silica which helps rebuild the elasticity of the skin, hair and nails. It is a diuretic and tonic for detoxification and cleansing and it also aids in strengthening the connective tissues in the body. Horsetail builds the body’s immune system and is effective as a spring cleansing tonic and detoxification. It is … [Read more...]
Chaste tree berry is a powerful remedy for balancing women’s hormones. Also known as Vitex, it helps with many menstrual disorders by stimulating progesterone and normalizing the estrogen cycle. Chaste tree berry have a stimulating effect on the pituitary gland which regulates hormone function. Thus the berries alleviate infertility, PMS and menopausal symptoms. They assist … [Read more...]
