Coconut oil is a rich source of saturated fat. Wait– saturated fat? The bad stuff that causes heart attacks? Not quite. Saturated fat has been enemy number one in the fight against cardiovascular disease
Food access in the developed world has never been better – we have greater access to nutritionally-dense foods than ever before. But this doesn’t mean we’re actually nourished – or happy.
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland positioned at the front of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. Despite its small size, it has a big job. A healthy functioning thyroid finely balances the
The common cold is way too common – it seems to spread easily and quickly through families, friends, and entire cities. There is no such thing as “cold season” when it comes to the weather, but it
The term “psychosomatic illness” might make you think of a person who is a hypochondriac, or a sickness that has no physical basis. “It’s all in your head.” It’s often taken to mean
If you’re spitting pink foam into the sink after brushing your teeth, or tasting metal in your mouth while eating – it’s probably gingivitis. Gingivitis is a condition of inflammation of
Pink eye an inflammation of the conjunctiva, also known as conjunctivitis. The conjunctiva is a thin, vascular membrane that lines the inside of the eyelid and white of the eye. When inflamed, the conjunctiva
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions in the USA, with over 31% of people experiencing anxiety sometime in their lives. While some people overcome anxiety, over 17% of adults will
The adrenals are two small endocrine glands, about the size of peas, that sit on top of each kidney. They produce a wide range of hormones that impact the whole body, including the major stress hormones
“Nootropics” are chemicals and compounds that optimize attention, quick-thinking, memory and productivity while protecting neurons and preventing degenerative diseases. Using these natural products
Got spots, zits, cysts or lesions? You’re not alone. Acne vulgaris is the most common dermatological condition, affecting 85% of adolescents and 50% of adults in their twenties who eat a westernized