AHJ Staff Member - Sylvia Anderson
Sylvia Anderson is the lead writer for Insider's Heath and the editor of the Insiders Health newsletter, and is excited to share integrative health information and news with IH readers...And she practices what she preaches! In fact, she credits not getting the flu for the past many years to her healthy, active lifestyle and balanced diet.
Originally from Minnesota, Sylvia moved to California for the sun, sand and warm temperatures. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in English and Communications. Her work has been published nationwide - online and in various print publications. Sylvia is an endurance athlete, having participated in a number of marathons, triathlons, and other road races. Her knowledge of health and fitness and her writing skills make her a valuable asset to the Insider's Health team. When not working (or working out), Sylvia enjoys creative writing, shopping, and watching movies.
Articles
4 Important Posture Tips for a Pain-Free Back
Do you remember the days when your mom would incessantly tell you to sit up straight and “for pete’s sake quit slouching!”? Turns out, she knew...
4 Reasons You’re Gaining Weight and Don’t Know Why
It can happen suddenly or slowly over time, but when you put on a few unexpected pounds, you may find yourself scratching your head and wondering...
6 Herbs that Rev Up Your Sex Drive
Have you lost that lovin’ feeling? There are many things that can have a negative effect on your sex drive, including psychological, physical, and...
7 Anti-Aging Methods that Really Work
As the medical community makes amazing strides to extend the human lifespan, more and more emphasis is being put on extending the quality of...
Beat Stress Naturally with These 6 Foods
Do you suffer from stress? It wouldn’t be surprising. It is estimated that 65 percent of Americans are “stressed out.” And, more than 30 percent...
Could This Be a Cure for Alcoholism?
If you or someone close to you is struggling with alcohol addiction, you know the devastating effect it has on your ability to simply get through...
Cure Your Hay Fever with One Simple (and Tasty) Treat
Ahhhh . . . The sneezing. The stuffiness. The sinus pressure. You’ve felt it. I’ve felt it. It’s HAY FEVER! And no matter how hard you try to stop...
Drop Pesky Pounds: How to Eliminate Water Weight
Losing weight is never easy, but there are some simple things you can do to drop a few pounds and they don’t involve drugs or a gym membership. In...
Get Your Groove On with American Idol: Why Singing is Good for You
It seems like there’s been a flurry of television “finales” over the past month or so, and American Idol is no exception. The singing...
How to Hide the Signs that You Were a Smoker
If you’ve recently decided to quit smoking – congratulations! It is wonderful that you have finally made the decision to improve your health....
New Study Reveals Drinking Soda Boosts Risk of Kidney Disease
You already know that drinking soda is bad for you in so many ways. The negative health effects of drinking soda seem to be endless, and range...
New Study: Knee Osteoarthritis a Higher Risk than Previously Thought
As you age, one of the things you might be concerned about is the ever-increasing pain and discomfort in your joints. Perhaps you find your knees...
Shed Pounds without Dieting: The Easy New Way to Lose Weight
If you’re like many people today, you’re always looking for an easy way to shed those few extra pounds you’re carrying around. Well, there may...
The Question Weighing on Everyone’s Mind: Why Do People Overeat?
I’m sure you’ve heard the statistics – obesity is on the rise and there’s no sign that it’s slowing down. Moreover, it’s becoming one of the major...
Tired And Unemployed: The Sleep-Job Loss Connection
Are you unemployed? In this day age, it wouldn’t be surprising. There are an increasing number of people who are joining the ranks of the...
10 Easy Ways to Stick to Your Weight Loss Goals
Starting a weight loss plan is challenging for even the most disciplined eater, especially when you are taking in less than you are used to. How...
10 Home Remedies to Relieve Constipation
Constipation can be uncomfortable, as well as painful. If you’ve ever suffered from constipation (and who hasn’t?), then you know! And with all...
10 Little Known Facts That Will Help You Live Longer
You read and hear things everyday about how to live a longer, healthier life, such as “eating healthy” or “exercising.” But there are little-known...
10 Natural Cures for Digestive Distress
Millions of Americans today suffer from digestive problems such as acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, and constipation. In fact I recently...
11 Reasons Why You Simply CANNOT Skip Your Workout
If shedding pounds isn’t enough motivation to get you out of the recliner and into the gym, here are 11 powerful reasons to finally get up and get...
20 Little Ways to Drop the Pounds and Keep Them Off
On average, people gain one to two pounds per year effortlessly. If you simply consume 100 fewer calories daily you can easily counteract that...
20 Minutes of Exercise Per Week Improves Mental Health
You’ve probably heard all the facts about how getting 30 minutes or more of exercise per day is ideal for your physical health. But did you know...
20% of U.S. Teens Abuse Prescription Drugs . . . Does Yours?
If you have a teenager at home, then I don’t need to tell you how difficult it can be at times to keep up with their lives. And you know as well...
3 Easy Ways to Outsmart Your Stomach for Better Digestion
Your digestive tract and system holds the key to your overall health. As you well know, when your tummy is upset your whole body can feel out of...
3 Simple Changes that Will Turn Your Life Around
If you’re shelling out hundreds of dollars on cosmeceuticals to turn back the clock, now you may be able to pocket at least some of that money. ...
3 Tricks to Beat Depression during the Wintertime
When it comes to the wintertime, there are many who struggle with depression . . . and you may be one of them. It appears that depression and...
4 Dietary Changes to Help Beat Acne
If you or someone you know suffers from acne, you know that it can often vary from an occasional annoyance to a debilitating condition. The exact...
4 Natural Stress Relievers for Stressful Times
If you live in America, you’re no stranger to the economic stress of the present time. And with more and more evidence that stress can lead to any...
40-30-30: Your Key to Lasting Weight Loss
Otherwise known as the ZoneDiet, the 40-30-30 plan takes into account your carbohydrate, protein and fat intake and suggests a balanced ratio for...
5 Deadly Drugs that Are Putting Your Child at Risk
Children are curious creatures and anything that is within reach is quickly inspected and then headed towards the mouth. So, if you are on...
5 Easy Changes That Lead to Lasting Weight Loss
Ah . . . it’s a constant battle: weight loss. And, if you are like millions of others who have some pounds to shed, you want it gone yesterday....
5 Easy Ways to Add Years to Your Life
How many times have you heard the phrase, “the only two certainties in life are death and taxes”? Probably more times than you can count! But what...
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
Your body burns calories and fat through metabolism—and the higher your metabolism is, the easier it is to maintain a healthy weight or shed...
5 Easy Ways to Lower Stress for Your Loved Ones
Heart disease is the number one killer of men—and half of men who die of a heart attack fail to show previous symptoms. Stress is a major risk...
5 Familiar Foods that Blast Fat Daily
It is common knowledge that the only way to lose weight is to control your calorie intake. You must expend more calories than you take in. But,...
5 Foods That Fight Aging
The word that is heard over and over when it comes to living longer is ANTIOXIDANTS . . . and the more the better! But there are other...
5 Healthy Cities with Great Food and Fitness Options
Do you live in a “healthy” city? What really makes one city healthier than another? Well, a commitment to creating recreational activities for...
5 Healthy Reasons to Have More Sex
When your life is governed by deadlines, household chores and a variety of other responsibilities, you may find little time to fit in intimacy....
5 Herbal Remedies for Weight Loss
Weight loss. It seems like it’s on everybody’s mind these days. And who can avoid it when every day we’re bombarded by television commercials and...
5 Hidden Health Dangers the FDA Doesn't Want You to Know About
These days anything labeled as “natural” or “organic” is a marketing goldmine. From natural skin care products to natural fruit juice, the word...
5 Surprising Facts about Your Weight
We’ve all heard that being overweight increases your risk of developing cancer, heart disease, and nearly every common fatal disease you can think...
5 Tips for a Healthy Heart
As we move into February – American Heart Month, we’re reminded just how important our ticker is to living a long, healthy life. It’s so...
5 Tips for Picking the Right Gym or Fitness Center
Do you belong to a gym or fitness center, or are you considering joining one? You may think that one gym or health club really isn’t that...
5 Ways to Eat Your Way to Healthier Teeth
February is National Children's Dental Health Month!
If you see your dentist twice a year for professional cleanings and brush and floss twice a...
5 Ways to Naturally Prevent Gallstones
If you’ve ever had an encounter with gallstones, then you know the experience is no picnic. I’ve heard people say the pain ranks right up there...
6 Easy Ways to Ward off a Cold this Winter
There is no cure for the common cold. Medical advances have taken the world far, but not quite that far! Still, there are a number of ways to...
6 Serious Reasons to Butt Out
March 24 is National "Kick Butts" Day!
Are you thinking about quitting smoking but not sure you're ready to take the plunge? Do you know someone...
6 Tips to Keep the Weight Off, for Good!
If you follow a radical fad diet, you can drop those excess pounds that you put on over the holidays quickly. But what happens when you start...
7 New Fitness Fads: Do They Really Work?
New Year’s resolution or not, you may forever be on the lookout for that new, miracle fitness technique that will help you lose those extra pounds...
7 of the Worst Health Habits: Do YOU Have Them?
If you’re like a growing number of people, you realize making a steadfast commitment to a healthy lifestyle delivers the best chance for living a...
7 Reasons Why You Just Can’t Lose the Weight: Here's What to Do about It!
You’re eating a balanced diet. You’re exercising daily. You’re staying away from junk food. But the numbers on your scale still refuse to budge....
7 Stategic Tips for Weight Loss
It's been the age-old question for many of us for years - "How do I lose weight, and more importantly, how do I keep it off?" With all the advice...
A Change in Bowel Movements: What it Might Mean
Would you consider yourself “regular”? Or do you suffer from bouts of constipation or diarrhea . . . or maybe both? What determines a regular...
A Look at Sleep Aids
Do you remember how you slept as a kid? Not “how” as in which position (on your back, your side, if you had the top bunk or not) – but the quality...
A Mysterious Disorder: Night Eating
Does it seem as though food is disappearing from your kitchen – and your kids and/or husband aren’t to blame? Are you overwhelmed by a ravenous...
A Natural Approach to Insomnia
Have you ever had a sleepless night? Maybe you had trouble quieting your mind and falling asleep, or perhaps you were able to fall asleep quickly...
A Natural Solution to Low Blood Sugar: Herbal Blends
Have you ever suffered from low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia? If so, you understand the impact it can have on your body, ranging from sweating and...
A Normal Weight May Not Be Good For You: Now What?
Are you happy with your weight? If your scale says your weight is fine, why should there be a problem? Unfortunately, the problem is that...
Accurately Diagnose Joint Discomfort: 7 Types, Causes and Treatments
A majority of people will experience joint discomfort at some point in their lives, and you may be one of them. Arthritis is perhaps the most...
Acid Reflux Drugs Increase Bone Fracture Risk
It’s hard to see your friends and family enjoying all your favorite foods when your body denies you the same pleasure. The culprit? Acid reflux....
Acid Reflux Drugs May Increase Bone Fracture Risk
It’s hard to see your friends and family enjoying all your favorite foods when your body denies you the same pleasure. The culprit? Acid reflux....
Acne Be Gone!
Have you ever suffered from acne? Even if you’re an adult, you may be struggling with keeping a soft, clear complexion. Whether you are dealing...
Acupuncture for Weight Loss: Does it Really Work?
Acupuncture --the practice of using very thin needles to pierce specific sites on the body in an attempt to relieve pain-- has been in practice...
Add Red Wine to Your Anti-Aging Approach and See Results
What tactics do you use to fight aging? Eating right? Exercise? Plastic surgery? While it’s impossible to stop the aging process completely (even...
Adult Immunizations: Do You Need One?
If you haven’t been to the doctor in years, you may be in for a surprise: it may be time to get a “booster” shot, a dose of a vaccine that you may...
Air Pollution Increases Blood Clot Risk
You know that air pollution and smog is bad for the environment and partly responsible for the disappearing ozone layer, but did you also know...
All About Nosebleeds
Have you ever had a nosebleed? If you never have, you’re extremely fortunate! Nosebleeds can be unnerving and messy, especially when they come on...
All About Vitamin A
Does Vitamin A make you’re “A-List” on a daily basis? Or are you lacking in this “Grade-A” vitamin? You know that vitamins and minerals are...
All About Vitamin E
Do you get enough Vitamin E in your diet? Are you “E-ting” enough of the foods containing this “E-essential” vitamin? Or are you unintentionally...
All Health, All the Time
Imagine if you could have access to a source for health news and information – with real live, doctors, scientists, nutritionists and more . . ....
Allergies Are On the Rise in the U.S.A.
Do you suffer from allergies? Perhaps you sneeze incessantly whenever you so much as look at a cat or maybe you swell up like a balloon at even...
Allergy 101
Have you ever experienced a runny nose, congestion and itchy eyes? Maybe you’ve developed a sudden rash, or dry sensitive skin. These symptoms can...
Alligator Blood: The New Treatment Option
If you have kids or grandkids, you’ve probably heard about how certain infections are becoming resistant to traditional treatments, including...
Alternative Treatments for Autism
Have you ever met someone who is autistic? Perhaps someone in your family – a child or grandchild – suffers from the disorder? If you’ve never...
And the Hits Keep on Coming: More Dangers of HFCS Revealed
UCLA has released a new study that may give even more credence to the inherent evils of high fructose corn syrup. Now, in addition to the...
Another Dangerous Side Effect of Statins: Eye Disorders
If you suffer from high blood pressure, you may have been prescribed a drug called a “statin” to help lower your blood pressure to a healthy...
Another Reason We Love Berries: They May Reduce Wrinkles and Repair Sun Damage
Want to eliminate wrinkles and repair your skin form sun damage? You may be able to do so with berries. According to new research, a compound...
Antioxidant in Red Wine Found to Destroy Pancreatic Cancer Cells
Do you love a glass of really good wine? In addition to its pleasing taste and relaxation factor, you may have heard that red wine (in moderation,...
Antioxidants and the ORAC Score: What You Need to Know
The word “antioxidant” is certainly a buzz word these days when it comes to your health and the fight against aging. But how exactly do...
Anxious? Stressed? Science Says Eat Some Chocolate and Chill Out!
Most of us do not need a whole lot of motivation or prodding to eat chocolate, whether it comes in the milk or dark variety. And now new research...
Are These 3 Dangerous Toxins Lurking in Your Home Right Now?
It’s no secret we’re living in a toxic environment. From the air we breathe to the water we drink, our natural environment has become a toxic soup...
Are You Getting Enough or Too Much Vitamin C?
You know that vitamins and minerals are essential to your overall health and well-being, but which vitamins and how much of each should you be...
Are Your Favorite Drinks Eroding Your Teeth?
Is soda your beverage of choice? Or do you prefer fruit juices or teas? Or, perhaps you’re an athlete and you regularly chug sports drinks after...
Arthritis on the Rise: How to Reduce Your Risk
Do you suffer from the pain and stiffness of arthritis? If so, then you know that arthritis can keep you from performing even the simplest task ....
Asthma Drug Proven to Make Patients Worse than if taking Placebo
If you suffer from asthma, you may rely on prescription medication to lessen your symptoms. But there’s one particular drug out there that may...
Avoid Exercise Injuries with these 4 Simple Tips
Have you ever experienced an “exercise-induced injury”? A strained muscle or joint or conditions like tennis elbow or plantar fasciitis are just a...
Avoid Medication Mistakes
Have you ever acted as your own personal pharmacist and mixed medications for a more powerful punch? Perhaps you didn’t get enough relief from...
Avoid Toxic Beauty: The Natural Alternative to the Cosmetic Counter
Next time you’re tempted to spend a fortune at a department store beauty counter, take a look in your kitchen cabinet first. You may be surprised...
B Vitamins Battle the Celiac Disease Epidemic
I’d be surprised if you haven’t heard of the new disease that seems to be rising to epidemic levels in our nation: Celiac disease. Far from a...
Beat Jet Lag to the Punch
Are you planning to get on a plane anytime soon? Perhaps you’re headed to see family or friends across the country – or even across the globe –...
Beat the Obesity Epidemic: 6 Tips to Keep Your Kids Healthy
All parents are concerned with their children's health and welfare, and most have their kid's best interests at heart when it comes to nutrition. ...
Bed Bugs: Are They Hiding in Your Bed?
You’ve heard the old saying – “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!” . . . haven’t you? But have you ever stopped to think about...
Bee Pollen: Natural Fountain of Youth (and Libido Booster Too!)
Bee pollen is just one more emerging example of how nature can help improve your health and well-being. According to over 20 scientific studies,...
Best Treatments for Diarrhea
At some point in your life, you may have had the unfortunate experience of having diarrhea. Whether it’s due to a stomach bug, a sensitive tummy,...
Better Erection: Jaxi Strips
In our new "Under the Microscope" series, we're presenting you with some heavy-duty scientific articles about recent discoveries in alternative...
Better Than DNA Profiling: New Test Could Aid in Investigations
Have you ever watched any of the “CSI” television shows? It seems to be a very popular series! The premise of these shows involves just what...
Beware of Lyme Disease
Are you planning a camping trip or a hike through the woods soon? Or, do you live in a wooded area where a “hike through the woods” involves...
Beware of Spider Bites!
Have you ever awoken to find a small, red, itchy bump somewhere on your body? You may have been at a loss as to what it was or how it got there,...
Beware This “Healthy” Sweetener: A Sweet in Wolf’s Clothing
With all the media blitz surrounding the dangers of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) there’s no lack of information for health conscious folks...
Big Pharma is in Hot Water: Antidepressants Linked To Birth Defects
When it comes to antidepressants and the number of depressed individuals, research reveals a disturbing trend. According to the CDC, an alarming...
Big Pharma’s Big Threat: Intuitive Healing
For centuries, cultures around the world have realized that healing can take many pathways. Despite what Big Pharma would lead you to believe,...
Blister Basics: The Safe Way to Get Relief
Do you remember the last time you had a blister? Maybe you were trying out a new pair of tennis shoes for the first time, or you spent the weekend...
Blood Pressure Med May Increase Risk of Death
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects billions of people worldwide – billions! While many people work to control their blood pressure...
Blood Purification and Detoxification: Herbal Blends
You probably know the importance of a healthy heart, a healthy digestive system, healthy kidneys, liver, and pretty much all your internal organs....
Bloodroot: Safe Natural Remedy or Dangerous Toxin?
If you have unattractive skin tags and moles, you may struggle to find a way to cover them up. They can be pretty unsightly and embarrassing. ...
Boost Your Immune System with Vitamin C
Vitamin C is at the top of the list among natural immune boosters for your body. The research on the immune boosting properties of the vitamin has...
Boost Your Immunity Simply by Avoiding Fatty Foods
Ok. Raise your hand if you are unclear on the subject of whether foods that are high in fat are good for you or bad for you. Go ahead and take a...
Boost Your Stamina with Beetroot Juice
Great news for has been announced for endurance athletes, the elderly population, and those that struggle with cardiovascular, respiratory, or...
Breakthrough Research: Resveratrol Reduces Colitis Risk
Resveratrol has received a substantial amount of media attention in the last several years – and for good reason! This compound has significant...
Breast Cancer Link to What’s Under Your Sink
Your home should be a safe haven, a place where you can escape and breathe the air without worry. But more and more homes are morphing into a...
Breast Feeding vs. Bottle Feeding: What's the Right Choice?
You just had a baby and you couldn't be more elated, but now comes the choice that people near and far will loudly voice their opinion on . . . no...
Breathe Right: The Surprising Link between Asthma and Vitamin D
Vitamin D sure is in the news a lot lately. In fact, a recent statistic showed that up to 80 percent of American adults are deficient in vitamin...
Bridges To Recovery Grows
Bridges to Recovery (www.bridgestorecovery.com), one of California's only deluxe inpatient residential treatment centers, is designed for those...
Busted! 5 Weight-Loss Myths Debunked
Are you really serious about losing weight and keeping it off? Well then, it is time to separate fact from fiction. You may have heard of the...
Calcium: What You Need to Know
When you think about calcium, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? You might say “healthy bones”—and you’d be right! But that’s not the...
Can Acupuncture Cure What Ails You?
Are you dissatisfied with the results you’ve been seeing from modern medicine? If so, you’re definitely not alone. Many people (including myself)...
Can Red Wine Really Help You Live Longer?
Were you watching the ABC network the other night? On Tuesday, April 1, ABC aired a special which featured the issue of aging. The question was...
Can this Simple Test Detect Autism in Your Child?
Autism, and other autism-spectrum disorders, can be scary and bewildering diagnoses for a parent. Especially considering these disorders are on...
Can You Lose Weight with the Cookie Diet?
One of the latest crazes in the diet industry is the “Cookie Diet.” The name alone has many dieters scrambling to get all the information on it...
Can Your Taste Buds Make You Gain Weight?
If you’ve ever struggled with your weight, then you know the many factors that are involved in the fight to lose stubborn pounds. Diet, exercise,...
Centenarians Can’t Be Wrong: Healthy Sleep is the Key to Longevity
Aging has become synonymous with lack of sleep. It seems the older you get the less you tend to sleep. But what about people who live to be 100...
Check Your Medicine Cabinet for Recalled Children’s Tylenol Products
Twenty-one children’s and infant’s Tylenol products that were manufactured between April 2008 and June 2008 are being recalled as a safety measure...
Children’s Sleep Significantly Affected by Couch-Potato Lifestyle
In today’s society there are so many things that keep children inactive. From television to handheld video games, there is a plethora of passive...
Choosing a Weight-Loss Program: 6 Questions You Need to Ask
Maybe one of your new year's resolutions is to lose a little weight. And maybe it's not the first year you've had that as a new year's resolution....
Chronic Pain Relief NOT from a Bottle
When was the last time you took a pain reliever? A few days ago? Yesterday? Maybe only a few hours ago? If you suffer from chronic pain – whether...
Clear Your Office Clutter for a Healthy Mind and Body
When it comes to our personal working spaces, we all tend to fall into one of two categories: the enviably fastidious and the hopelessly...
Conventional Cancer Treatment: Why It’s SO Wrong
Wouldn’t it be miraculous if conventional medicine joined hands with open-minded counterparts and embraced non-lethal cancer treatments?
The...
Cosmetic Surgery for “Medical” Purposes – a Loophole in the Proposed “Bo-Tax”
You may have heard about the possibility of an excise tax being imposed on plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery procedures. It’s a tactic by the...
Could Being a Sports Fan be Hazardous to Your Health?
Are you a die-hard sports fan? If you spend hours watching sporting events on television, spend hundreds of dollars investing in season tickets,...
Could Food Allergies Be Causing Your Upset Stomach?
You may have heard of people having negative reactions to certain foods like seafood or nuts, resulting in a swollen air-pipe or hives. But could...
Could Your Bad Breath Be Caused by a Bug?
Have you ever been self-conscious about your breath? Perhaps you had some zippy Chinese takeout the night before an important meeting (or worse...
Could Your Child Have Russell Silver Syndrome?
Have you ever heard of Russell Silver Syndrome? Perhaps its abbreviation, RSS, is more familiar? And, no – not as in an “RSS feed” like you can...
Cure Your Digestive Woes with Probiotics and Fiber
Imagine trying to have dinner with your friends but all you can think about is where the nearest restroom is. Or imagine being sick with cramps...
Dangerous Beauty – What Price Are You Willing To Pay?
It’s only human nature to want to look as good as you possibly can. Doing so delivers nice rewards - including a huge boost to your emotional and...
Dangerous Hidden Toxins Found In Baby Formulas
Nature has provided the most efficient, healthy, and loving way to feed babies. The enormous health and emotional benefits of breastfeeding have...
Dangerous Hormone Therapy: Menopause Myths Exposed
Whether referred to by the technically correct term or as “the change,” it is true menopause marks a transformation - a new beginning in a woman’s...
Deadly Consequences of the “Pinocchio Syndrome”
“No, that color looks great on you…really!”
“Of course! You’re more than welcome to stay an extra two days!”
Oh, the little white lie. We are all...
Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
When bad things happen in your life, you may at times have a hard time coping, grieving, and continuing to live a “normal” life. However, many of...
Deception, Lies, and Cover-Ups: What Big Pharma Doesn't Want You to Know
If you or a loved one is taking the drug Avandia to control type-2 diabetes, listen up. This article is for you.
Almost 11 years ago SmithKline...
Detoxifying from Gulf War Illness
Have you ever heard of “Gulf War Illness”? If you served in the Gulf War, or know someone who did, you may know this illness and its effects all...
Diet Profiler: The 5-Factor Diet
With all the diet plans and weight-loss methods out there today, it’s hard to know which one is right for you. Seriously, how many diets have you...
Diet Profiler: The Abs Diet
Are you looking to shed some weight, and tone up at the same time? Perhaps you’ve always yearned for a flat stomach or six-pack abs. Well, the Abs...
Diet Profiler: The Abs Diet
Are you looking to shed some weight, and tone up at the same time? Perhaps you’ve always yearned for a flat stomach or six-pack abs. Well, the Abs...
Diet Profiler: The Atkins Diet
How many diets do you think you’ve been on in your lifetime? One? Five? Twenty? Shedding unwanted weight is never easy, and many people turn to...
Diet Profiler: The Best Life Diet
Oprah Winfrey has struggled with yo-yo dieting for years, and let us all watch her go through it on national television. One diet she saw success...
Diet Profiler: The Fat Flush Diet
Want to detoxify your body, eliminate that bloated feeling and lose some weight at the same time? Well . . . ever heard of The Fat Flush Diet?...
Diet Profiler: The Fit for Life Diet
The Fit for Life Diet, originally formulated by Harvey and Marilyn Diamond in the 1980s, is based on the concept of “Food Combining.” Food...
Diet Profiler: The Fit for Life Diet
The Fit for Life Diet, originally formulated by Harvey and Marilyn Diamond in the 1980s, is based on the concept of “Food Combining.” Food...
Diet Profiler: The Pritikin and Ornish Diets
Have you ever tried the “low-fat” diet approach? Perhaps you’ve wanted to shed some extra weight, or you’ve been advised by your doctor to slim...
Diet Profiler: The South Beach Diet
The South Beach Diet redefines the concept of “diet.” Unlike most traditional diets, it involves no calorie-counting or down-sizing of portions....
Diet Profiler: The Zone Diet
When was the last time you were on a diet? Last year? Last month? Yesterday? Shedding unwanted weight is never easy, and many people turn to...
Dietary Supplement Safety and the FDA
Do you take any dietary supplements? It seems everywhere you look these days, dietary supplements are being sold. You can find them at your local...
Dissatisfied with Life? It Might be Due to Lack of Sleep
Do you find that you’re not as satisfied with your life as you used to be? Are you even perhaps thinking you might be on the verge of depression?...
Do Anti-Depressants Really Work?
Have you noticed that you’re less interested in your favorite activities lately? Do you feel sad a lot of the time, and don’t know exactly why? Is...
Do You Have This Common Digestive Disorder – and Just Not Know It?
One of the most prevalent diseases out there today has to do with digestion: Celiac disease. While few people clearly understand exactly what...
Does Hoodia Really Help with Weight Loss?
If you’re looking to lose weight, and have been searching for ways to supplement your diet and exercise efforts, you’ve probably heard of Hoodia....
Don’t Be Fooled By Fake Probiotic Products
If you think you are getting a great benefit from certain yogurt manufacturers, who promote that their probiotic-containing products are...
Don’t Rely on Rapid Swine Flu Tests: Your Health May Be in Danger
If you think you’re getting an accurate answer from a rapid swine flu test, you may be putting your health at risk. A recent review of the rapid...
Don't Be SAD: The Lowdown on Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder is an increasingly common problem, particularly during the winter months. If you or someone you know automatically...
Don't Be SAD: The Lowdown on Seasonal Affective Disorder
When I moved to Southern California I thought it would be bright and sunny every day, but instead I'm experiencing somthing called June gloom (it...
Don't Believe Everything You Read: Yes, You Really Do Need Vitamins!
Do you take vitamins and supplements? You may have reasons why you do, or don’t, support your diet with vitamins, minerals and other nutritional...
Don't Buy Into the False Hope of Weight Loss Drugs
There’s no shortage of weight loss drugs, methods, diets, and supposed “magic pills” out there to help you lose weight, whether they are...
Don't Endanger Your Life: New Study Reveals the Vitamin You Can't Ignore
Mom sure knew what she was talking about when she made sure you took your vitamin every day. Unfortunately, you may have left that habit at the...
Don't Jeopardize Your Health with Ephedra: It's Not Worth the Weight
Ephedra is an herb widely used in a number of dietary supplements that are helpful to aid in weight loss and also give a boost to energy. Ephedra...
Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite!
You’ve heard the old saying – “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite!” . . . haven’t you? But have you ever stopped to think about...
Double-Arm Transplant: Medical Miracle or Wave of the Future?
Transplants have been around for many years. However, it is not too often that you hear about a “limb” transplant, much less a double-limb...
Ease Arthritis Pain with Nature: Herbal Blends
Do you suffer from painful arthritis, despite prescription or over-the-counter pain medicines?
Echinacea: The End All, Cure All? You Decide
Probably one of the most talked about and widely known herbal remedies today is Echinacea. It is often said to be the “end all, cure all” way for...
Effects of Laser Eye Surgery to be Studied by the FDA
Do you suffer from impaired vision? Perhaps you’ve had glasses or contacts since you were a child, or just recently developed less-than-perfect...
Eliminate Dandruff with These 5 Natural Remedies
If you suffer from dandruff, then you know the itchiness, embarrassment and inconvenience that go along with it. Perhaps you’ve tried different...
End Flu Symptoms Without Drugs
Cases of the flu bug are expected to reach an all-time high this season, so there’s a good chance that you could be one of the unlucky sufferers...
Enzymes are Essential for Overall Health: A Look at Digestive Enzymes
Enzymes are responsible for the functions that take place in our body. Digestive enzymes are essential to break down the food that you consume....
EPA/DHA vs. ALA in Omega-3 Battle
Fatty acids are needed in your everyday diet. So much so, that many food companies enhance their products with the ever-important omega-3 fatty...
Even Second-Hand Smoke May Cause Low Birth Weight in Babies
Are you pregnant, or do you know someone who is? While it may seem obvious to refrain from smoking while you’re pregnant, do you really know just...
Everything You Need to Know About Alzheimer’s
Do you know someone who developed Alzheimer’s disease? Perhaps it was a family member, a friend, or even a neighbor. If you’ve been witness to...
Everything You Need to Know About Chicken Pox
Have you ever had the dreaded Chicken Pox? If so, you may remember the awful itching and red sores very clearly. Or, if you’re one of the lucky...
Everything You Need to Know About Molluscum Contagiosum
Have you ever heard of molluscum contagiosum? Wait – what? What in the world is molluscum contagiosum? That’s the exact question I asked when I...
Everything You Need to Know about Shingles
Have you ever had shingles? No, no . . . not the things you put on your rooftop! Maybe you’ve heard of shingles, but don’t really know what the...
Excess Baggage: 4 Tips to Prevent Bags under Your Eyes
Do you have some “excess baggage” under your eyes? Whether you’re a guy or a girl, having bags under your eyes can have an unsightly effect on...
Experts Are Upping the Amount of Exercise You Need to Lose Weight
If you’re trying to shed some extra weight by exercising and eating right, but aren’t seeing the results you’d hoped for, it might be for this...
Experts Reveal: St. John’s Wort Relieves Major Depression
While St. John’s Wort has been known to help relieve symptoms of mild depression, there has not been much evidence to support its role in more...
Fat Over 70: Could Your Extra Pudge Actually Help You Live LONGER?
If you’re over 70 and carrying a little extra pudge, you may be relieved to know your extra pounds could actually be doing you some good. An...
FDA Warns: Hidden Steroids in Supplements Pose a Serious Risk to Your Health
If you think you’re doing your body good by choosing bodybuilding supplements that are steroid-free, you might be mistaken.
The FDA recently...
Feeling the Burn When Working Out? How to Reduce Lactic Acid Build-Up
Picture this: You have finally committed to an exercise program, you are running down the sidewalk or around the track, you are “feeling the...
Fight Bloating with These Natural Remedies
Ugh . . . you know the feeling, right? That full, gassy, uncomfortable (and sometimes painful) feeling of being bloated? Well, you’re certainly...
Fight Colds and Flu the Natural Way: Herbal Blends
Have you had the flu yet this winter? Or even just a really nasty cold? Even though it seems flu and cold season hits worst in the winter months,...
Fight Stroke with Natural Weight Loss
Do you struggle with your weight? You are not alone in your ongoing battle of the bulge. A new study reported by the American Stroke Association...
Fight the Allergy with the Allergen: How Eating Peanuts May Cure Peanut Allergy
If you have a food allergy, whether mild or severe, you know it’s no picnic to deal with. Dining out at a restaurant or attending a neighborhood...
Finally! More Doctors and Patients are Turning to Alternative Medicine
It seems as if “alternative medicine” is becoming the norm, rather than the exception as more and more people (doctors and patients alike) turn to...
Finally! Relief from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Do you spend a lot of time typing on a computer? Maybe your job requires you to spend hours glued to your computer keyboard. If this sounds...
Find Out Why the Aging Population is Turning to Natural Remedies for Arthritis
With the alarming side effects emerging from the use of NSAIDs and other over-the-counter pain medications, it’s not surprising that people are...
Flu Vaccines Not As Effective This Year According to the CDC
Did you get a flu shot this year? And if so, did it truly protect you against the flu? I didn’t get the flu shot this year, and so far I haven’t...
Food Allergies Increase while Food Industry Intends to Profit
Are you allergic to any foods? If so, you’re definitely not alone. According to a recent study, food allergies are a common problem for more and...
Food Coloring and Preservatives Linked to ADHD
It seems like attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is getting a lot of notice these days as an increasing number of children are being...
Food Labels Can Be Deceiving: How to Correctly Read Ingredients
Food labels can be deceiving. You may think that you are eating healthy but come to find out, after reading the label, that the food you just ate...
Food Manufacturers are Replacing Trans Fat with this Dangerous Alternative
With healthy eating becoming such a priority in many people’s live, some food manufactures have started to eliminate or reduce the trans fat that...
Forget Superbug – the Uber-Bug is FAR More Dangerous, and Here to Stay
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the H1N1 pandemic on August 10, 2010. Good news, right? But wouldn’t you know it. Just...
Freshen Your Breath the Natural Way
Have you ever been on an airplane, or standing next to someone in line at the grocery store, and been overcome by your neighbor’s bad breath? Or...
From Botulism to Salmonella - America's Most Notable Food Safety Scares
Want to know the quickest way to scare someone? Take them to your local super market. No, I am not talking about the rising prices on food,...
From Donuts to Death: The New Research on Sugary Foods
Though most of you probably realize that diets high in sugar have been statistically shown to be bad for you and linked to serious conditions such...
From Ravaged to Ravishing: Discover the Miracle of B Vitamins
You hear a lot about B vitamins and how they are good for you, but you may not know much about them other than that. The “B vitamins” refer to...
Gastric Bypass Surgery: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Risks?
While the options of diet, exercise and dietary supplements are the common methods for most people to combat ongoing weight problems, some will...
Get Lean with Glutamine
Glutamine or L-Glutamine is an important amino acid produced naturally in your body. The most important function of glutamine is providing energy...
Get Over Workout Excuses
You know that exercise is good for you—it gives you energy, boosts your immune system, and keeps you healthy and strong. But you may have a...
Get Rid of Cold Sores with Natural Remedies
Cold sores can be painful, there’s no denying that. But they can also be a nuisance and an “eye-sore” as well. Luckily there are effective ways to...
Get Rid of Your Hangover - Quickly and Naturally
Have you ever been out for a night on the town and had just one too many drinks? Or, maybe you had a house party and the wine and other drinks...
Get Smarter While You Sleep
There might be a new way to learn a foreign language: go to bed and start sleeping. Recent research from Northwestern University is helping us...
Get the Immunity of Superman with this Essential Juice
After all these years when you’ve been told there’s nothing you can do about a cold but wait for a week or ten days, who would have thought that a...
Get Your Figure Back: 10 Snacks Under 200 Calories
So many people have the downfall snacking. Are you one of them? With the temptations of a cookie jar filled to the rim with homemade cookies or a...
Getting a Flu Shot May Double Your Risk of Catch the Swine Flu
There is great concern about how the seasonal flu, and even more about the swine flu. Those in authority are using the media to advocate getting...
Ginseng May Relieve Symptoms of Schizophrenia
According to a recent CBS News article a small study was conducted where schizophrenia symptoms were reduced when the patients took Panax ginseng...
Good Digestion from the Get-Go: How to Ensure It for Your Child
Baby bottles and formula seemed to come to the forefront just when society decided that breastfeeding was somehow not socially acceptable. And...
Good News for Chocoholics
In a perfect world, we’d all be healthy, happy and chocolate would be good for us. Well, guess what? At least one of those things is a reality...
Green Tea Can Help Retain Memory of Sleep Apnea Sufferers
Do you suffer from sleep apnea and its resulting health issues? You may be surprised to learn that 12 million people in the United States alone...
Green Tea Compound Slows Leukemia Cells
A diagnosis of leukemia is a dreaded and frightening one. However, treatments have improved in recent years, and the prognosis for most patients...
Happy New Year! Discover the Health Benefits of a Positive Attitude
Don’t worry . . . be happy! It’s more than just a popular song from the 1980s and more than just a new year's wish. In fact, according to research...
Harvard Study: The Real Health Risks of Meat Revealed
Do you regularly stop for an Egg McMuffin on your way to work, or pile that store-bought turkey onto your sandwich for lunch? While you probably...
Has Your Guy Lost His Libido? 10 Possible Reasons Why...
In an earlier article we brought you six top reasons women are just not “in the mood.” But that was women – what about when it comes to your guy’s...
Have You Had Your Tetanus Shot?
When was the last time you had a tetanus shot? I’m trying to remember the last time I had a booster . . . I’m thinking it was that time when I...
Heal Yourself with These Ancient Superfoods
Though the term “superfood” is a relatively new way to describe the powerful health benefits of some fresh whole foods, they’ve actually been...
Health Alert: Your Everyday Drugs May Be the Death of You
As you get older, your body is less effective when it comes to absorbing nutrients. When you take every day drugs for one reason or another, this...
Health Buzz: The Surprising Benefits of Spirulina Platensis
Spirulina platensis kind of sounds like something that would not be good for you . . . like some sort of disease or something! However, keep...
Healthy Habits Gone Bad
Exercise, a low-fat meal regimen, plenty of fiber, lots of sleep . . . you can’t get too much of healthy habits like these, right? Wrong! Read on...
Healthy Snacks for Your Kids' Lunchbox
If you’re a parent with kids in school, then you probably have very little time to fret about your kids’ lunch choices. Many children go to school...
Heart Disease: What Women Need to Know
Here are two important questions for you... Question #1: Are you a woman? Question #2: If your answer to #1 was “yes” do you know you may be at...
Heartburn Drugs: Helpful Remedy or Harmful to Your Health?
Millions of people suffer from digestive problems, including acid reflux and heartburn. This is partly evidenced by the endless number of...
Help for Hiccups
Have you ever had such a bad case of the hiccups that you physically hurt? Hiccups are never fun, but in addition to the social discomfort hiccups...
Help for Seasonal Allergies
When the seasons start to change – particularly from winter to spring – do you notice that you’re easily congested, with itchy, watery eyes? If...
Helpful Hangover Tips - Or Not?
We’ve all been there. Well, most of us have anyway - the morning after an office Christmas party, night out on the town, or beers with the boys....
Hemorrhoid Relief is Within Reach: Herbal Blends
Have you ever suffered from hemorrhoids? From what I’ve heard, hemorrhoids can be excruciating . . . so much so that just the mention of the word...
Herbal Tea Better Than Aspirin? New Study Thinks So
When you have a common pain, whether it’s back pain, a headache, or sore muscles from exercise, you may look to aspirin. For the most part,...
Here Comes the Sun
What’s your favorite season? Summer is one of the most popular answers to that question – and for good reason! What better time to enjoy the warm...
Holiday Foods That Pack On Pounds
The holidays are a great time of year: the bustle of shopping, getting together with family and friends, the wonderful meals . . . and the extra...
Holistic Tips to Fight Aging on the Inside and Out
There’s no denying it: your body is growing older each and every day. But all is not lost! By taking proper care of your body now, you can...
Home Safety for the Holidays: How to Prevent Falls in Your Home
As age creeps up, you may begin to notice certain aches and pains that you don’t recall having before, and how you just aren’t as quick to get up...
Hospital-Acquired Infections: Unacceptable and On the Rise
Have you ever had to go to the hospital? Perhaps you had some sort of surgery, or maybe your hospital trip involved being admitted as a pregnant...
How a Playful Summer Activity Can Significantly Harm Your Health
How many times have you made a sandcastle or buried a family member or friend under the sand vacationing at the beach? Did you ever think that...
How Antioxidants Fight Aging
Did you know that you are literally rusting as you grow older? That's right – many of the physical and even mental changes associated with aging...
How the Glycemic Index Can Help You Lose Weight
Have you ever heard of the Glycemic Index? It kind of sounds important – doesn’t it? Like maybe something you should be aware of! Well, if you’re...
How to Achieve Whole Health: Herbal Blends
When you think about being healthy, you might put a lot of importance on eating right, taking care of your heart and preventing cancers and other...
How to Avoid and Treat Kidney Stones
Have you ever had a kidney stone? If not, consider yourself very lucky! I have been one of the unfortunate who has suffered from these nasty...
How to Avoid and Treat Pneumonia
Have you ever had pneumonia? If so, you probably remember all too well the symptoms - coughing, fever, chills and problems breathing. So how can...
How to Avoid Common Medical Mistakes
Have you ever heard a medical horror story? Perhaps it was about how a patient went into surgery to have one kidney removed and the doctor took...
How to Be Safe with Your Nutritional Supplements
Any alternative or nutritional supplement, whether recommended by a medical professional or purchased over the counter, can be of great benefit to...
How to Beat Movie Motion Sickness
Have you ever been watching a movie – whether in the theater or in the comfort of your own home – and suddenly your tummy felt a bit queasy? Or...
How to Blast Belly Fat
Spare tire. Muffin top. Potbelly. Middle age spread. Shall I go on? We’ve all heard these terms to describe that area of the mid-section where...
How to Blast Belly Fat in 4 Easy Steps
Spare tire. Muffin top. Potbelly. Middle age spread. Shall I go on? We’ve all heard these terms to describe that area of the mid-section where...
How to Break Your Nicotine Habit for Good!
If you smoke or chew tobacco, then you probably already know how difficult it can be to stop. Perhaps you’ve tried quitting in the past, only to...
How to Deal with a Diet-Detractor
Have you ever started a diet, only to be distracted by a diet-detractor? Committing and sticking to a diet is hard enough without having to worry...
How to Find the Hidden Fat and Calories in the Foods You Eat Everyday
Ever wonder why people have such a hard time losing weight? Look no further than the way food is presented to us in modern society. Convenience...
How to Make Your Own Natural Medicine with Honey
The secret to natural medicine for many common health issues is simply . . . honey. It has many healing properties, as it acts as an anti-viral,...
How to Naturally Stop the Ringing in Your Ears
If you’ve suffered from ringing in the ears, than you know that it can literally drive you batty! Well, you’re not alone: a shocking 12 million...
How to Overcome Laryngitis
“Help! I’ve lost my voice!” How many times have you struggled to get these words to come out of your mouth? You can do your best to prevent losing...
How to Pick the Best Weight Loss Program
Are you one of the one-third of American adults who are overweight, or are you just trying to shed a few excess pounds? It's no wonder weight loss...
How to Pick the Best Weight Loss Program
Are you one of the one-third of American adults who are overweight, or are you just trying to shed a few excess pounds? It's no wonder weight loss...
How to Prevent and Treat Nausea
Do you remember the last time you had the stomach flu? If the exact time or date isn’t precise in your mind, the feeling you had in the pit of...
How to Prevent "Recession Pounds" During the Economic Crisis
Some experts are of the opinion that Americans may gain “recession pounds” in the upcoming year. It’s been suggested that Americans will spend...
How to Reverse the Signs of Aging the Natural Way
You’ve probably seen the television commercials and magazine advertisements promoting anti-aging products and tactics, from magic skin creams and...
How to Snack and Lose Weight
Snacking in between meals wasn’t always a part of the modern diet, but as pre-packaged foods become more convenient and our busy schedules make us...
How to Soothe Your Aching Muscles with this Secret Ingredient
If you are an athlete then you know how bothersome muscle soreness can be. Imagine pushing your workouts to your limit only to be rewarded with...
How to Spot and Treat Pleurisy
You probably have heard that chest pain is one of the major signs or symptoms indicating a heart attack. While it’s often a very good indication...
How Vitamin D Can Help Save You from the Swine Flu
Surely you’ve heard the importance of vitamin D when it comes to your health. And now, a new study suggests that vitamin D is SO essential to your...
How You Can You Prevent Asthma Attacks with this One Simple Nutrient
Asthma and allergies continue to rise in our country and around the world. Not only is this detrimental to the health of the person suffering from...
How Your Job is Literally Working You to Death
As if the threat of layoffs and job loss isn’t enough to worry you to death, there is even more bad news for cubicle dwellers. If you’re sitting...
Hypnosis for Weight Loss: Does it Really Work?
Have you ever been hypnotized? Whether your experience with hypnosis was to help you quit a nasty habit or a night of entertainment while in Las...
I Want to be One Less: The Rising Concerns of the HPV Vaccine
Certainly by now you’ve heard the buzz about the new “HPV Vaccine” or perhaps you've seen the television commercial campaign "I Want to be One...
Ibuprofen Linked to a Rare Condition
When you get an ache or a pain, what do you reach for in your medicine cabinet? Aspirin? Ibuprofen? Acetaminophen? Well, one of those options has...
Important First Step: Pre-Screen Children Before Prescribing Ritalin
If you have kids or grandkids, you’ve probably heard about or know about the drug Ritalin. Ritalin is a popular prescription drug used to treat...
Introduction to Stress Management
Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the things going on in your life that you felt almost helpless? Perhaps you have a project at work that’s...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Suffer No More!
Are you forever plagued by tummy troubles? I suffered with an angry tum for years, and finally after a decade of discomfort and pain I was...
Is Diabetes and Alcohol a Safe Mix?
Diabetics know the problems regulating their blood sugar. What most diabetics do not consider is the effects of mixing in the factors of alcohol...
Is Fasting For You?
Have you been feeling a bit run-down lately, or just a bit out of sorts? Maybe you haven’t been eating as healthfully as you should, or you’ve put...
Is it Arthritis? 5 Common Joint Pains Explained
Have you noticed pain, swelling, and/or stiffness in your joints? Those symptoms could be signs of arthritis, an inflammation of the joints. So,...
Is Someone You Love Addicted to Prescription Drugs?
Prescription drug abuse is a very serious problem in the United States especially among teenagers and young adults, and there’s no sign of that...
Is Your Artificial Sweetener Making You Fat?
What you need to know about substitute sugars. Do you use an artificial sweetener in your morning coffee? Perhaps you use it to top off a bowl of...
Is Your Exercise Doing Enough For Your Health?
Is your exercise doing enough for your health? That is an essential question that you will want to ask yourself as you are working out. Just...
Is Your Workplace Upping Your Risk Of Cancer?
Sure, you may joke about being “allergic” to work or having a case of the “Mondays” but could your work place actually be putting your health at...
It’s About Thyme: The Health Benefits of Nature's Oldest Cure
Thyme (Botanical Name: Thymus Vulgaris) is a common herb which is used in cooking to enhance the flavor of dishes. It is available all through the...
It's Time to Get Your Skin Ready For Swimsuit Season
Whether it’s summertime or time for a vacation to a tropical destination, you want to feel confident baring a lot of your body on the beach. If...
Kick-Start Your Summer Weight Loss
The warm weather is here, and it’s time to bare more of your skin as bikini season is set in motion. Are you ready? If you’ve procrastinated on...
Kids and Snacks: The Deadly Combination
Is your child a snacker? It may be putting his or her health – and life – at risk. A new study from the University of North Carolina at Chapel...
Kids and Supplements: How to Make the Right Choices
Generally speaking, a well-balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, proteins, and carbohydrates should provide all of the nutrients that a child...
Krill Oil vs. Fish Oil: The Real Winner
Most health-conscious people understand that essential omega-3 fats are crucial for optimal brain and heart health. For a while now fish oil has...
L-Carnitine Supplements Improve Energy, Memory and Heart Health
L-Carnitine is a natural nutrient that stems from the amino acids Lysine and Methionine. A suitable supply of L-Carnitine is necessary to support...
Ladies, not in the mood? 6 Possible Reasons Why
Have you ever used these words – “Sorry honey, I’m just not in the mood”? If you’re of the female gender, you’ve probably uttered that sentence a...
Laser Acupuncture: The New Miracle Healing Method
You may have heard of acupuncture, and perhaps even tried it as a healing method for everything from poor sleep to digestive distress. But now...
Lipitor for Your Kid? The Frightening New Trend
We could very well be approaching the darkest days in children’s health care. Recently the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommended...
Living with Lupus
Do you live with constant aches and pains? Do you often run a fever, even though you don’t have a cold? Are you tired most of the time? If any of...
Lose Weight for Good with this Inexpensive Tool
You see the commercials television and advertisements in magazines touting the benefits of the newest weight loss tool or diet on the market. But...
Loud Snoring Linked to Several Health Problems
Are you a snorer? Perhaps you’ve snored most of your life and have now become accustomed to getting an elbow-jab in the side numerous times a...
Low-Fat Diet Shown to Be Better for Your Mood than Low-Carb
It has previously been reported that losing weight has a positive impact on the psychological state and mood of obese and overweight people. But...
Lower Your Cancer Risk with Calcium
Are you getting enough calcium in your diet? If not, you might want to start – especially considering that new research indicates you can reduce...
Lung Cancer: Hope for Recovery
If you suffer from lung cancer, or know someone who does, you’re well aware what a painful and life-changing disease it is. And you’re not alone....
Magical Plant from Mexico could be the New Goldenseal
Is it possible that a “magical new plant” has been discovered? According to a news report, this “magical plant” has actually been known in the...
Make Sure You Are Choosing the Right Sunglasses
Sunglasses are all the rage in the fashion industry—and they’ve replaced handbag as the must-have designer fashion accessory. However, sunglasses...
Male Menopause: Are YOU at Risk?
When it comes to diagnosing menopause in women, doctors have a pretty easy time of it. They can order laboratory tests to check hormone levels and...
Man's (and Woman's) Best Friend: How Having a Pet Can Make You Healthier
February 20 is Love Your Pet Day!
A majority of American households consist of at least one pet. And, now it looks like the reasons for having a...
Meditation Tips: Two Simple Ways to Get a Healthier Heart and Reduce Stress
Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by the stress in your life that you wanted to just throw your arms up in the air and give up? With the pace of...
Menthol Cigarettes Attracting Teens, Tobacco Industry to Profit
It’s no secret that smoking cigarettes is a dangerous health habit. Even the tobacco industry has owned up to the claim that cigarettes are...
Missing Memories: Understanding Alzheimer's
Do you know someone who developed Alzheimer’s disease? If so, you know the heartache it can cause – both for those diagnosed and those close to...
Naprapathy: The Holistic Treatment that Relieves Your Aches and Pains
If you suffer from aches and pains on a regular basis you may have tried many ways to find relief . . . and often to no avail. And, if you’ve had...
Natural Alternatives to Cough and Cold Medicines
It used to be that every “good mother” had a cupboard in her home that had a wide assortment of over the counter (OTC) medications to treat any of...
Natural Cures for Nail Fungus
You may have seen the commercials on television for a prescription drug that promises to cure nail fungus, but you may have no idea what nail...
Natural Solutions for Hair Loss
Do you feel as though your hair isn’t as thick as it used to be? Perhaps you’ve noticed your forehead is suddenly becoming larger with the...
Natural Sore Throat Remedies
Have you ever had a sore throat so painful that it was difficult to speak, or swallow? Perhaps you were so miserable that even the excuse for an...
Natural Treatment Options for Fibromyalgia
Are you plagued by constant pain throughout your body? Do you feel like you constantly have the flu? Or are you not sleeping well, waking...
Natural Treatment Options for Graves' Disease
Have you ever heard of Graves’ disease? I have to admit, I had heard of it but, before I started looking into this condition I had no idea what it...
Natural Treatments for Gingivitis
Often the first thing someone notices about you is your smile. But, what if your smile isn’t as beautiful as you’d like it to be because of...
New Clinical Study Shows Probiotic Blend Reduces IBS Symptoms
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most unsettling syndromes that you may deal with on a daily basis. For many years there have been...
New Dietary Guidelines: Pediatricians Recommend “Doubling the D”
In October 2008, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued new guidelines for the intake of vitamin D, doubling the amount recommended for...
New Factors Found in Determining Survival Rate in Preemies
If you’re a female, you’ve probably had the experience of being “shown-up” by a male. Perhaps it was in your high school math class, or on the...
New Gene Discovery Could Have a Link to Alzheimer's
According to a recent report, an international group of scientists have discovered a new gene which has been linked to the late onset of...
New Research Uncovers the Elusive Fountain of Youth
It appears that the fountain of youth may have been within our reach all along. New research indicates that every cell of your body has a hidden...
New Research: More Omega-3 Benefits Discovered for Middle Age
If you are middle aged, fish oil may help your body in more ways than one. You do not have to be a nutritionist to know of Omega-3s cardiovascular...
New Studies Could Lead to Better Treatments for Psoriasis
Do you suffer from the pain, itch and inflammation of psoriasis? If so, you’re certainly not alone. Up to seven million people in the U.S. have...
New Study Links Psoriasis to Severe Health Conditions
Do you suffer from Psoriasis? If so, you know the pain and embarrassment it can cause in your every day life. And now, unfortunately, you may have...
New Study Shows Belly Fat is Linked to Greater Risk of Migraines
You’ve probably heard the many ways that belly fat can put your health at risk, including such conditions as heart disease, diabetes, sleep apnea,...
New Study Shows CoQ10 May Prevent Obesity-Related Health Problems
Obesity is an ever growing problem with numerous health issues associated with it. One of those issues is called fatty liver. Fatty liver, also...
New Study Shows Grape Juice Can Actually Reverse Memory Loss
You may think that the memory loss you experience as you age is inevitable. For instance, that forgetting where you set your keys or where you...
New Study Shows Lychee Extract May Trim Belly Fat
There is big news for those that can not seem to shed that spare tire around the middle. A new Japanese study suggests that an extract from...
New Study Shows Seaweed Supplement Can Ease Your Arthritis Pain
Alternative health experts often tout the benefits of seaweed when it comes to promoting great health. And now there’s one more reason to...
New Study: Green Tea Extract May Protect Against Oral Cancer
Good news for people with at-risk signs of oral cancer: a new study from Texas reveals that green tea extract may be the preventative measure...
New Study: High Fructose Corn Syrup Prompts Considerably More Weight Gain
As we all struggle to find the magic key to losing weight – and keep from gaining it back, one recent study out of Princeton University takes a...
New Study: Meal Replacements Aid in Weight Loss
There has been a dramatic increase in obesity in the United States over the last 20 years, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). In...
New Study: Probiotics Effective in Fighting Dangerous Infection
You may not know what C. Difficile is but we have all experienced what it feels like (unfortunately). C. Difficile is short for Clostridium...
New Study: The Remarkable Effects of Fat Loss on Your Immune System
There is a group of scientists in Australia that have proven that moderate weight loss can reverse many of the damaging changes that occur in...
New Study: The Truth about CLA and Weight Loss
With obesity rates in the country incrementally rising each year, it is no wonder that it is also becoming a huge problem with our children. Less...
New Study: Vitamin D Doubles Colon Cancer Survival Rates
One of the most deadly cancers in the United States is colon cancer. The Center for Disease Control has recently reported that in 2005 141,400...
No More Excuses! 25 Reasons to Quit Smoking this Year
You know the big three health reasons you should quit smoking – smoking causes lung cancer, heart disease and emphysema. You, however, can’t seem...
Obama Taking Race Relations to a New Level with the Beer Summit
If we could all just get together and have a cold one, perhaps all our problems would be solved. At least that’s what President Obama seems to be...
Oh, My Aching Head!
Have you ever uttered that exact phrase? Maybe you woke up with a terrible headache from one too many cocktails the night before, or you somehow...
Old Way vs. New Age Relief
Are you plagued by irritable bowel syndrome, inconvenienced by insomnia, or undone by unrelenting back pain? If so, then you’ve undoubtedly tried...
Omega-3 Deficiency Responsible for More Than 96,000 Deaths Each Year
You may not think that being deficient in a simple vitamin or nutrient could lead to your death. Poor health, perhaps, or possibly even more tame...
One Woman's Quest to Set the Story Straight on Hormone Therapy
As one of the editors of Insider's Health, I get to meet a lot of fascinating people. Perhaps the most exciting person I've interviewed this year...
Optimize your Eye Health
March is Save You Vision month: Are you worried that your eyesight isn’t as sharp as it used to be? Maybe you have a few pairs of non-prescription...
OTC Meds That Make Your Brain Stop Working
Forget about “Fat America” – are we soon to be a nation of Zombies?
Zombie: “a human being who is being controlled by someone or something else by...
Overcoming Infertility
When you were young, did you dream of meeting the love of your life, getting married and taking the next step of having children? Perhaps you...
Overcoming Joint Pain
Do you experience pain in your knees that worsens during exercise or long walks? Are you finding it more and more difficult to write with a pen or...
Parkinson's Disease: An In-Depth Look
Do you know anyone who suffers from Parkinson’s disease? I did. From the day my grandpa was diagnosed, I witnessed him slowly being taken prisoner...
Perform – and Look - Like a Pro with a Low-Gluten Diet
Even if you’re not a professional athlete, you can perform – and maybe even look – like one if you follow the latest trend in professional sports:...
Pink Eye: What You Need to Know
Have you ever woken up to find your eyes red and swollen? It could be a simple irritation, but if your eyes don’t return to normal within a couple...
Plantar Warts: Relief is on the Way
Are you familiar with plantar warts? Since it’s not likely a subject that often comes up at the dinner table or among friends (and thank goodness...
Poison Ivy: What You Need to Know
Is camping a summer ritual for you and your family? Perhaps you’ll be heading to the local state park for the weekend, or have a longer, more...
Popular Weight Loss Drug Recalled: What You Need To Know About Hydroxycut
An increasing number of weight loss drugs and supplements are being recalled due to their link to health problems. One that received a great deal...
Premature Birth May Lead to Behavioral Problems
Premature babies and babies born with low birth weights have long been known to have several physical health problems – both at birth, and later...
Prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration with This Super-Vitamin
Are you at risk for macular degeneration? The statistics don’t lean in your favor if you are over the age of 50. In fact, about 40,000 Americans...
Probiotics and Ulcerative Colitis
Ulcerative colitis and similar inflammatory bowel diseases have caused pain and discomfort to millions of people. Because the cause of ulcerative...
Probiotics May Help Fight Liver Disease
A leading cause of death is liver disease, and often a major contributor to developing liver disease is alcoholism or heavy drinking. ...
Probiotics May Ward Off Obesity Post-Pregnancy
Probiotics are known for their ability to help regulate your digestive system, as well as positively contribute to your health in a number of...
Quercetin Can Help Protect Against Macular Degeneration
As you get older, you may worry about a decline in your vision. Perhaps you’ve even started buying reading glasses at the drugstore to help make...
Quit Drinking Coffee . . . and Start Smelling It
Wouldn’t it be a great if just the mere smell of coffee could benefit you and help you to “wake up”? It would certainly be a welcome option for...
Quit Smoking Now and Re-Gain Your Health the Natural Way
It may be at the top of your New Year's resolution list: to finally stop smoking. And, while drugs and chemical products may seem like an easy...
Radial Aplasia: Birth Defect
Radial Aplasia is a birth defect that causes severe deformities in the arms and hands - this disorder is normally seen in cows and is known as...
Radical New Theory Offers New Hope for MS Patients
If you’ve ever witnessed someone struggling with MS (multiple sclerosis) you understand what a challenging and debilitating condition it can be. ...
Recent Study Finds Girls that are Active Make Better Grades
Is your little girl the type that sits on the couch watching the latest episode of “iCarly,” or the type that’s out there playing soccer with her...
Recent Study Finds High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
If you’ve recently had a “healthy” snack such as yogurt, or perhaps some bottled juice, then you’ve probably ingested high-fructose corn syrup....
Recent Study Reveals Vitamin D Supplementation May Prevent Flu
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has completed an investigation regarding Vitamin D supplementation. The study focused on how Vitamin D...
Reclaiming Your Health during the Financial Crisis
In today’s economy there are many Americans that are struggling to make ends meet. This includes many seniors and family members who suddenly have...
Recovering from an Upset Stomach? Eat (and Avoid) These 10 Foods
I don’t know about you, but having the stomach flu or an upset stomach is one of the worst common “sicknesses” I can think of. Whether you are...
Red Yeast Rice: What is it and What Does it Do?
As you may well know, in the fight to improve cardiovascular health, there are several beneficial changes that you can make to your diet. One...
Reduce and Reverse the Effects of Aging with Berries
Getting old is never fun for anyone. The typical symptoms abound . . . your hair turns gray or white (assuming it doesn’t all fall out), your skin...
Regaining Balance: Science Says You Need More Vitamin D as You Age
A new research study has found that because older adults have a lower overall level of vitamin D in their systems, they need to take higher doses...
Regenerative Medicine to Become a Reality for Wounded Soldiers
Do you know someone who is currently serving, or has served, in the war in Iraq or the conflict in Afghanistan? If so, hopefully they will be...
Relief for Dry Eyes
Are your eyes frequently irritated? Do they constantly burn and feel as though you’ve got something in them, but you can’t seem to get it out? If...
Relief from Bone Spurs
When you hear the word “spur” – what comes to mind? You probably picture a shiny, silvery, extremely sharp metal contraption – one that looks...
Relieve Arthritis Pain with these 3 Natural Solutions
Arthritis, an inflammation of the joints, can strike anyone at any age. If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, you’ve undoubtedly tried a...
Relieve Arthritis Pain with these 3 Natural Solutions
Arthritis, an inflammation of the joints, can strike anyone at any age. If you suffer from arthritis or joint pain, you’ve undoubtedly tried a...
Relieve Stress the All-Natural Way
What stresses you out the most? Could it be getting stuck in traffic during your daily commute? How about managing a busy household and keeping...
Relieving Indigestion the Natural Way
Have you ever had just one too many helpings at the dinner table and regretted it later? It’s certainly understandable - sometimes mom’s cooking...
REMTyme and Sleep Aids
What if you could get that kind of child-like sleep back? Wouldn’t that be the cat’s pajamas? Well, maybe you can. There are a number of sleep...
Research Reveals: B Vitamins Reduce Risk of Stroke and Heart Disease
Every day it seems that new benefits of B Vitamins are being discovered. And recent research indicates that it helps reduce a woman’s risk for...
Research Shows Bland Weight Loss Foods Contribute to Yo-Yo Dieting
Foods that are specifically packaged for weight loss can be found everywhere. They range from cereal and frozen meals, to snacks, breads, and even...
Researchers Develop Herbal, Vaccine-Free Remedy for Swine Flu
Think the swine flu is beyond you? You may want to reconsider. But, instead of protecting yourself with potentially harmful vaccines that the...
Researchers Uncover New Risk of Fibromyalgia – Are You in Danger?
While not a ton is known about fibromyalgia, one thing is for sure: it’s an extremely debilitating condition that causes more than just mild...
Researchers Warn Against Tamiflu for Children
If you’re worried about the upcoming flu season, and perhaps even more critical the potential swine flu pandemic, then you may be reaching for...
Rev Up Your Sex Life with these Natural Supplements
If you are suffering from a loss of libido, you do not have to resort to your medicine cabinet or turn to your pharmacist for help. There are...
Revealed! Find Out the Secret to Beating Seasonal Allergies
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, then you probably know the certain things that trigger your sniffles and scratchy throat (such as pollen,...
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Millions are Affected, New Study Shows What You Can Do
Since you live on the planet Earth, you’ve probably heard about one or more of the health benefits of green tea. Well, add one more to the list! A...
Say Cheese! How to Maintain a Healthy Smile
Teeth whitening options have become increasingly popular lately, with procedures offered at places anywhere from the mall to cruise ships. Not to...
Say Yes to Sex: It Can Help You Live a Longer Life
Sure, you’ve probably heard that sex is a health-booster in many other aspects of your life . . . but how much sex should you have to reap the...
Science Reveals: Everyday Chemicals and Toxins that Make You Fat
There is no doubt about it: obesity is a national epidemic. However, many doctors and those in the medical community do not feel that overeating...
Simple Ways to Treat and Heal Dry Skin
Do you have dry skin? When I lived in Minnesota, it seemed like I was always moisturizing my face, arms, legs . . . well pretty much everything!...
Six Questions You Need to Ask About the Swine Flu
With the Swine Flu predicted to be a major concern this coming Fall and Winter, and as the numbers of people infected with the Swine Flu continue...
Skip the Sleeping Pills! Beat Insomnia with these Soporific Foods
Do you have trouble going to sleep at night? Are you suffering from insomnia? The stressful and hectic lifestyles that many of us lead in today’s...
Sleeping Pills: More Harm than Good?
If you are having trouble falling and staying asleep, you’re not alone: 70 million Americans are affected by some sort of sleep problem,...
Slow the Aging Process and Relieve Pain: How to Recharge Your Body with Sex
Most everyone will agree that having sex makes you feel better. But did you know that sex can also help you look younger and be in less pain?...
Soothing Solutions to Calm Your Acid Reflux
Acid Reflux disease is caused by a muscle at the bottom of the esophagus tube that is not closing properly when eating; this will sometimes allow...
South Beach: Weight Loss Winner or Loser?
The South Beach weight loss program redefines the concept of just that. Unlike most traditional programs, it involves no calorie-counting or...
Soy’s Role in Reducing Diabetes Risk
Diabetes is an ever increasing concern for a large number of people of all walks of life. And, because of the potential dangers of this disease,...
Spring Clean Your Body: Here's How to Do It
You give your house a “spring cleaning” when March or April rolls around, so why not do the same for your body? Cleanses or detox programs have...
Start the New Year off Right: The Fat Flush Program
Want to detoxify your body, eliminate that bloated feeling and lose some weight at the same time? Well . . . ever heard of The Fat Flush Diet?...
Statins: Overwhelming Evidence Says "More Harm than Good"
When Carol Smith’s doctor called her with lab results from her yearly physical she wasn’t expecting the news. As a matter of fact, she was...
Statistics Indicate Most Infants are Low in Vitamin D
While there is always a new study being done on the nutrition of infants and children, this most recent study shows a vital reason to listen up....
Still Fat in America: So What is Big Government REALLY Doing About It?
Americans may not be the fattest people in the world (don’t get too puffed up just yet–we’re still the third fattest nation) but according to a...
Stop Diverticulitis from Putting a Damper on Your Digestion
Do you often experience belly pain? Are you constantly battling bloating and gas, or nausea? Have you simply lost your appetite as of late? While...
Stop Smoking Tips: You Can Do It
If you’ve got a smoking or tobacco addiction, you probably already know that giving up nicotine is one of the most beneficial things that you can...
Stop Taking Dangerous Drugs and Learn The Right Way To Treat Your Acid Reflux!
If you suffer from acid reflux (and it’s likely that you are one of the millions of Americans who do), you may be making a big mistake in trying...
Stress Really Does Make You Fat!
Do you have a stressful household? If so, it may be making you – and your children – fat. New evidence from a study of Swedish families indicates...
Studies Confirm Long-Term Antibiotic Use is Harmful to Your Health
Many people do not realize that the use – and overuse -- of antibiotics in our society could be causing more harm than good to their overall...
Studies Reveal Sleep Can Improve Your Memory
You know that sleep is important for so many things, including brain function, keeping your weight in check, and overall good health. But can...
Studies Show Which Popular Diet Will Help You Lose Weight
There are hundreds of diets out on the market, but three of the most popular—the Mediterranean diet, the low-fat diet, and the low-carb diet -...
Study Results: The Verdict is in on Antibacterial Wipes
Do you use antibacterial wipes to clean and disinfect your home or office? Well, you may want to keep reading! The results of a recent study...
Study Shows Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Children with ADD
You probably have heard about the health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids, including their beneficial effects on the rate of heart disease, high...
Study: Junk Food Tax Could Help Slow American Obesity
Have you heard of the so-called “Junk Food Tax”? Some experts believe that taxing unhealthy foods such as potato chips and ding-dongs could...
Suicide in Japan's Elderly: A Rising Epidemic
A recent report from CBS News states that the number of suicide deaths in the elderly has dramatically increased in Japan. The overall number of...
Suicide Linked to Popular Asthma and Allergy Drug
Do you suffer from allergies or asthma? If so, you may have heard of the prescription drug, Singulair. You may have even taken the drug to address...
Supplement Safety Tricks and Tips
Though you may believe that choosing a natural or herbal supplement over a chemical one is the safer choice, this is not always true. Due to the...
Surprising Heartburn Triggers
Heartburn is a very common ailment afflicting millions of people. Some people suffer from heartburn at least once in a month while there are...
Sweet Dreams: How to Get a Good Night's Rest
Do you spend all night tossing and turning? Do you find yourself lying awake filled with worry? When counting sheep, do your numbers reach into...
Swine Flu (H1N1): Pandemic Update
The World Health Organization (WHO) raised the threat level of the swine flu (H1N1) to a level 6 – the agency's highest alert level (which means a...
Swine Flu Update: Pandemic is Imminent
With the number of confirmed cases of swine flu on the rise, both in the United States and in other countries, the threat for a global pandemic is...
Tai Chi: A Great Mind-Body Workout
Tai Chi (pronounced tie-chee) is a physical and mental technique that integrates body, mind and spirit, and has been practiced for centuries in...
Take Action Against Asthma
Have you ever had such a hard time catching your breath that you became dizzy, flushed, and started to perspire? It’s a scary feeling – isn’t it?...
Take Two . . . and Call Me When Your Wrinkles Disappear!
"Take two and call me when your wrinkles disappear."
Who wouldn’t love to hear that from their doctor? Could it be that easy?
If you’re like many...
Tea or Coffee? Science Says They’re BOTH Good for Your Heart
It’s the constant battle – tea or coffee? Caffeine is bad for you, right? Tea is better for cleansing, while coffee just gives you a buzz? But...
The 10 Most Important Anti-Aging Supplements
Is it possible to stop aging in its tracks? While it’s true that the many ways aging can affect your body and mind have a lot to do with genetics,...
The 10 Most Popular Alternative Supplements
Alternative medicine is a multi-million dollar industry, with one in four Americans taking alternative supplements or seeing a non-traditional...
The 4 Best Nutrients for Better Bone Health
You may think that calcium and Vitamin D are the only nutrients that you need for better bone health. While both of these nutrients are very...
The 5 Best Ingredients To Fight Depression And Boost Your Mood
If you’re feeling depressed lately, or even just a little down in the dumps, you may want to take a look at your diet. Recent studies are showing...
The 5 Biggest No-No’s of Dieting
You’ve never started a diet with the intention of failing – have you? So then, why might your last diet (or last five diets) not have worked? You...
The 5 Most Important Tips to Age Gracefully
It's an exciting time to be alive! There have been so many new anti-aging discoveries recently, and because of medical research and advancements,...
The 7 Things You Need to Know about Preventing Alzheimer’s
Dementia. Alzheimer’s. Losing your mind. Call it what you like, but when it comes down to it, the risk of your memory and your mind dwindling away...
The 7 Worst Workout Mistakes: Are You Making One (or More) of Them?
Are you making workout mistakes? Personal trainers are often surprised at how many mistakes are made at the gym, even by those who have the best...
The 9 Nutrients that Can Save Your Memory
Stress is the number one killer of memory. In today’s hectic world, stress is a never-ending cycle that causes memory lapses, and becoming...
The Alarming Trend That Is Threatening Your Healthcare
It’s a scenario you often see on TV medical dramas such as Grey’s Anatomy or ER . . . two people come into the Emergency Room: one is an injured...
The Best Natural Elements for Joint Relief: 4 Alternatives To Glucosamine
Joint discomfort is common in many people and many are still relying on Glucosamine to ease their pain of joint discomfort – you may be one of...
The Best Natural Relievers for Back Pain
Regardless of how old you are or how active you are physically, back pain will likely affect you at least once during your lifetime. In fact,...
The Best Way to Get Rid of Those Toxins for Good
Detoxification is becoming an excellent option if you want to get rid of the excess chemicals in your body. Why detox? Well, with the advancement...
The Best Ways To Naturally Improve Your Digestion
Gas. Bloating. Constipation. IBS. If you suffer from gastrointestinal or digestive problems than you are quite familiar with these symptoms. And...
The Biggest Dangers of the BP Spill – What’s REALLY Going On
The nation breathed a collective sigh of relief when on July 15, 2010, 87 days after the Deepwater Horizon tragedy, the gushing BP oil spill in...
The Calorie Counter's Guide to Cocktails
Revelers beware: alcoholic beverages can seriously spoil your New Year's resolution to lose a few pounds. Like it or not, alcohol contains...
The Change of Life Doesn’t Have to Mean a Change in Your Waistline
Menopause, or the change of life, certainly leads to changes. Ask anyone woman going through this transition right now and chances are they’ll...
The Dangerous Addiction Sweeping the Nation
Prescription drug abuse is a very serious problem in the United States especially among teenagers and young adults, and there’s no sign of that...
The Dangerous Condition that Could Be Causing YOUR Worst Health Problems
Does this sound like you? As you’re going about your day, you notice you’re drinking more water than usual and making more frequent trips to the...
The Dangerous Heavy Metal Threat That’s Harming Your Health
You’ve likely become aware of threats from a number of “everyday” items. These include mercury, vaccines, microwave ovens, fluoride in your water,...
The Dangerous Link between Obesity and Kidney Cancer
Obesity, cancer, death . . . it seems you hear these terms linked more and more these days. Luckily there is something you can do about at least...
The Dangerous New Trend: Prescribing Statins to Children
Can you imagine giving your child what is normally considered an “adult” medication even though they don’t need it? Sounds a bit like drug abuse,...
The Drug Companies Are At It Again: Doctors Prescribing Psychiatric Drugs for Weight Loss
You may have read some of our articles on ADHD and alternative methods to the typical prescription drugs used to address the condition. Apparently...
The Eating Disorder Your Teen is Hiding from You
There are a few “silent” conditions out there – you hear about hypertension being a “silent killer.” Or heart disease. Or diabetes. There are...
The Eyes Have It! A Healthy Eye Tonic
Our eyes are arguably one of the most important of the five senses. Most of us could probably get by without a sense of taste or even smell, but...
The Facts About Bird Flu: Should You Be Concerned?
What do you really know about the bird flu? You may have heard snippets here and there regarding this deadly virus, but do you know the facts?...
The Fattiest Foods of Winter: What to Avoid
Winter is a great time for comfort food . . . somehow heavy meals seem to fit the mood and just taste better than in the cooler months. But, it’s...
The Feel-Good Pill: Vitamin D Shown to Lift Mood During Chilly Months
As most of the country is easing into spring, some areas, especially those in the northernmost climate regions, have a few more weeks to go before...
The Gallbladder Cleanse: Does it Really Work?
Have you ever suffered from gallstones? Luckily I never have, but rumor is that the pain resulting from gallstones is horrendous – as bad as a...
The Healing Power of Magnets
When you hear the word “magnet,” what is the first thing that comes to mind? Perhaps you instantly picture the front of your refrigerator, where...
The Herbal Remedies that Can Cure Your Migraines
If you suffer from migraines, you already know how debilitating they can be. And it’s not just the physical pain that can take a toll! For...
The Hidden Threat in Your Drinking Water: Health Scare or Health Hoax?
In your lifetime, it’s likely that you have taken some type of medicine – whether over-the-counter or prescription. Chances are you were...
The Hype About Vitamin Waters: More Fiction than Fact?
This past year the Coca-Cola Corporation got in some legal hot water due to its claims of what its product VitaminWater could do. In fact, a...
The Link between Infertility and Endometriosis
Are you thinking about starting a family soon? Perhaps you’ve put all the plans in place to begin this very important time in your life – a time...
The Lowdown on your Slowdown: Constipation Causes and Cures
If you’ve ever been constipated, you know it’s not the most pleasant experience. Regardless of whether your plumbing problem was due to a certain...
The Many Benefits of Common Chiropractic Therapies
If you think that a chiropractor is just a “back doctor” who will work on your spine, think again. There are many benefits of chiropractic...
The Many Benefits of the B-Complex Vitamins
You know that vitamins and minerals are essential to your overall health and well-being, but which vitamins and how much of each should you be...
The Many Health Benefits of Yoga
A traditional western practice that has become a popular form of exercise in America, yoga is designed to enhance awareness, create a...
The Many Health Threats of Sleep Loss – Are You at Risk?
In today’s world, it seems that our days are hectic with more and more stuff to do and less time to do it in. Between being all we can be as...
The Many Reasons to Avoid Genetically Modified Foods
There are many genetically modified foods available from your local grocer . . . but are you aware of the “interests” behind these foods? When...
The Missing Ingredient that’s Putting Your Health at Risk
You hear it all the time – not enough of this nutrient, or that nutrient is putting your health at risk. How many times have you ignored such a...
The New Science on Lyme Disease – and Why You Should Know About It
You may have noticed . . . we’re smack-dab in the middle of summer. You may be planning (or already been on) a camping, canoe, or hiking...
The Newest Natural Cure: How Tea Tree Oil Helps Fight MRSA
The superbug known as MRSA is developing into more and more of a concern as it becomes increasingly resistant to traditional treatments such as...
The Not-So-New Super-Herb: Astragalus
Chinese Traditional Medicine has used Astragalus, an amazing herb that balances and improves the immune system, for thousands of years. Those in...
The Oral Hygiene-Heart Health Connection
Are you a regular tooth-brusher and flosser? If so, you may be taking critical actions to prevent a heart valve infection – just by taking care of...
The Power of Multivitamins: Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease Death
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center has encouraging news for those that have been taking multivitamins, and maybe some motivation for those...
The Prostate Miracle: Are YOU On Board?
Most men are pretty much in the dark when it comes to their prostate health. As crazy as it sounds, the majority of guys probably know more about...
The Proven Way to Relieve Your CFS and Fibromyalgia Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and Fibromyalgia are two conditions that, for a long time, were thought to be “in your head.” The people who suffer...
The Real Skinny on Multi-Vitamins
Despite growing obesity problems and an increase in other diseases, overall we are becoming a more health-conscious nation. By and large we...
The Relationship between Insomnia and Stress
We all seem to get busier and busier every year! While being busy is not always associated with an increase in stress, it is often the outcome for...
The Right Kind of Sleep for Better Health
Getting a good night’s sleep has proved to be a modern problem. More people report sleep disturbances in the United States today than at any time...
The Scary Truth about Anti-Depressants
For centuries America has been known as a country with unstoppable optimism, the ability to squash obstacles, and stoic determination. That's in...
The Secret Exercise for Getting Rid of Belly Fat
Do you have a little extra padding around your middle that you’ve been trying to shed? Do you yearn for a set of six-pack abs? Have you tried...
The Secrets of the Kissing Disease: Mononucleosis Revealed!
When you were young, did you ever hear someone talk about the “Kissing Disease”? Eventually you probably learned that the Kissing Disease was...
The Simple Ingredient You Need to Overcome Joint Pain
If you’ve ever witnessed someone living with arthritis, you know how debilitating it can be. Gnarled fingers… slow shuffling steps because pain...
The Simple Way to Burn More Fat – It’s Easier than You Think!
As a runner, I’ve always been told and been led to believe that I should “fuel my body” before heading out on a run. But that’s been a big issue...
The Skinny on the Zone Diet: What the Experts Have to Say
You know stories of those lucky few who find a diet that permanently resolves the battle of unwanted pounds accumulated over the years. However,...
The Soy-Sperm Connection: Can Soy Affect Fertility?
In the past, when a man was diagnosed as infertile, it was usually blamed on his wearing of too-tight jeans and underwear, or drinking too much...
The Top 10 Things You Should Ask before Popping the Question
Are you thinking of popping the question to a special someone in the near future? Whether you’re on your first, second, or tenth marriage (it...
The Top 5 Most Hazardous Household Products
Your home should be a safe haven, but there are everyday products that you may use that can cause damage if they are used incorrectly or stored...
The Truth About LASIK Surgery: The FDA Investigates
Have you had laser eye surgery, or know someone who has? Hopefully your experience with the surgery was a good one and that you’re seeing better...
The Use of Probiotics to Relieve Autism Symptoms
Probiotics are becoming a large topic of conversation in the medical field as well as among researchers and scientists everywhere. Probiotics,...
The Vitamin D Test that Can Turn Your Life Around
Health practitioners have already sounded their concern about the prevalence of Vitamin D deficiency, even in this day and age of “modern...
The Vitamins and Minerals that Are Slashing Your Cancer Risk
Each year, over 61,000 Americans are diagnosed with bladder cancer, leading to 13,000 deaths. Men are about three times more likely to develop the...
The Weight of the World
Do you struggle with your weight? Perhaps you’ve always been a little on the heavier side, or maybe you just can’t seem to lose those...
The Wii Fit Exercise Game and its Surprising Health Benefits
Are you wondering what all the fuss and excitement is when it comes to the Wii Fit Exercise Game? Maybe you’ve seen advertisements for it on TV,...
Think You’re Getting Enough Vitamin D from the Sun? Think Again.
Lately it seems everybody is talking about vitamin D – and whether or not you’re getting enough of it! From your doctor to your colleague to your...
Thinking about Doing an Herbal Detox? The 7 Crucial Ingredients to Look For!
Herbal detox is used to cleanse your body and benefit your digestive organs. The process of herbal detoxification helps to rid your body of toxins...
Tired and pale? It might be more than just the “Winter Blahs”
The winter season often leads to the “winter blahs” – you may feel tired all the time, experience lack of motivation to perform normal daily...
Tired and Pale? It Might be More than Just the "Winter Blahs."
The winter season often leads to the "winter blahs" - you may feel tired all the time, experience lack of motivation to perform normal daily...
Tired of Guessing? New Research Suggests the Amount of Exercise Needed to Prevent Weight Gain
There are many opinions out there on exercise and what you should do, for how long, and at what intensity – especially when it comes to keeping...
To Brew or Not to Brew: The Pros and Cons of Coffee Consumption
For many people, the day cannot begin until the morning coffee ritual takes place. Whether your coffee routine is based on frothy cappuccino or a...
Toenail Fungus: Natural Remedies to the Rescue
If you live in a warm, damp climate, spend a lot of time hanging out in pools or saunas, or exercise a lot, then you may have experienced a bout...
Too Many Holiday Treats Can Have a Long-Lasting Effect on Your Weight
We all hear the familiar warnings around the holidays about the perils of over-indulging in the sweet and high-fat fare common to the season. And...
Too Much Sleep Linked To Obesity
You may have heard the buzz about how not getting enough sleep can lead to weight gain. But now it’s looking like either too little or too much...
Top 5 Natural Solutions to Improve Men's Sexual Health
When it comes to your bedroom business, do you feel anxiety when you know it is time to perform? Maybe it seems your overall desire is waning? OR...
Top 5 Natural Ways To Beat Back Pain
Have you ever thrown your back out? Maybe you exercised too strenuously the previous day and you ended up paying for it later. Or, perhaps you...
Treat and Beat Athlete's Foot
Are your feet feeling a little itchy these days? Are they red, with a burning sensation? Do you have cracked or flaky skin between your toes?...
Troops Shy Away from Mental Health Help
If you’ve ever suffered from a mental health issue, or know someone who has, then you know it’s not an easy topic to talk about. Western culture...
Tummy Troubles? Maybe It's Time for a New Approach: Herbal Blends
We’ve all seen those television and magazine advertisements for a cure for indigestion. Some products promise immediate relief while others pledge...
Ubiquinol: the Amazing New CoQ10
CoQ10 has been around for a long time but recently a new form of CoQ10 has become available. You might wonder why this is a big deal; what makes...
Uncovering the Medicinal Magic of Comfrey
You might be wondering what is comfrey since it is not a commonly used word. Comfrey refers to an herb that has a host of medicinal uses. It...
Understanding Acid Reflux
You may have experienced some form of heartburn from time to time – maybe from a trip to your favorite Mexican restaurant or simply by...
Understanding Binge Eating Disorder
February 21-27 is National Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Have you ever sat down to a meal, and had just one too many bites past the “full” point?...
Understanding HIV and AIDS
Once thought to be a “foreign” disease affecting under-developed African nations, AIDS has been elevated to near-epidemic status in the United...
Understanding Sarcoidosis and Lung Disease
Wow - April is a great month to remind yourself and others about all sorts of health conditions! It’s Cancer Control Month, IBS (Irritable Bowel...
Understanding Thyroid Disease
You may have heard the importance your thyroid has in maintaining a healthy body. In fact, the thyroid took center stage last year when Oprah...
Unlocking the Mystery of Nighttime Leg Cramps
Have you ever been awakened from a sound sleep by an excruciating pain in your leg? A pain so intense you’d almost rather cut your leg off than...
Up Your Omega-3s for a Trimmer Waistline
Could omega-3 fatty acids add yet another health benefit to its already long list of important health improving characteristics? There is now a...
Valerian: Your Natural Treatment for Insomnia
65 million people in the world suffer from insomnia each and every year within the United States. And, these 65 million people spend upwards of...
Vitamin D Deficiency and Weight Gain: Is There a Connection?
What if your weight gain was simply due to a deficiency in an essential vitamin . . . specifically Vitamin D? And, what if you could lose weight...
Vitamin D Prevents Birth Risks, Infections in Pregnant Women
Many people in the medical and holistic community have their eyes focused on Vitamin D. It is no surprise that it is now recommended for pregnant...
Vitamin E and COPD: What You Need to Know
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. You might not expect that this disease...
Want to Lose Weight Quickly? We'll Show You How
Weight loss is one of those things that just about everyone would like to accomplish overnight. Unfortunately, once the weight loss “bug” bites,...
Warning: Popular Botox Treatment May Be Fatal
You may have tried to delay the aging process by taking good care of your health, exercising regularly, and eating healthily. But often that’s...
Warning: Prenatal Portraits Can Be Hazardous to Your Baby’s Health
If you’ve ever been pregnant (or served as the “better half” to someone who was), you’re probably familiar with the practice of ultrasounds....
We Heart It Through The Grapevine
You’ve likely heard (through the grapevine) that grapes have healthy benefits, including those related to your heart. But a new study shows that...
Weight and B-12: The Controversy
Growing older often means those few extra pounds that were once easy to get rid of now seem to take a Herculean effort to even budge. It’s no...
Weight Gain at Work: 5 Tips to Avoid Packing on the Pounds
Have you ever started a new job and found that you put on a couple extra pounds within a few weeks? Or, maybe you’ve been at your job for years...
Weight Loss's Biggest Enemy
When you start a new diet most people would warn you against falling back into your old eating habits or not sticking to a set exercise schedule....
Weight Training vs. Cardio: Which One Wins in the Weight Loss War?
In the war on fat, there has been much debate about which type of exercise is best. Should you focus your efforts on cardio workouts that work up...
West Nile Virus: Should You Be Concerned?
Do you come from a land of mosquitoes like I do? I've got to tell you - one of the benefits of moving from Minnesota to California is the lack of...
What Big Government Doesn't Want You to Know About Alzheimer's
If you have an elderly parent or grandparent, a recent report on the CBS evening news may have left you and your loved ones a bit unsettled....
What Dangers Are Hiding in Your Kid’s Juice Box?
Most concerned parents know they should watch out for sugars in fruit drinks, but now there’s another reason to keep an eagle eye on what our...
What Experts Really Have to Say About the Atkins Diet
When Dr. Robert Atkins introduced the Atkins Diet in 1972, it started one of the largest controversies experienced within the nutrition community....
What is Ear Candling and Does it Really Work?
If you’ve ever had your ears clogged with wax, then you understand that it can be annoying and even painful at times. You might even feel like...
What is Pterygium and Can You Prevent It?
If someone asked you what pterygium is, would you be able to tell them what it was or would you call your doctor the next day to make sure that...
What is the O2 Weight Loss Program – and Does it Work?
If you’re like most people, you’re always looking for the next best or biggest thing in weight loss tactics. Over the years you may have tried...
What the FDA Has to Say about the Dangers of Acetaminophen
The news is out that the FDA is making some changes when it comes to Acetaminophen, the ingredient used in Tylenol as well as other over the...
What to Eat if You've Been Diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism
You’ve probably heard that your thyroid gland plays an essential role in your overall health. So, when it’s not performing as it should, such as...
What You Didn't Know About Earwax and Why You Need It
Earwax is something that most people feel compelled to clean from their ears. It is true . . . wax can block-up the ear and cause discomfort....
What You Don’t Know About Vitamin D WILL Hurt You
If you don’t know much about the benefits of Vitamin D, or the negative health effects of not getting enough vitamin D, you may be putting your...
What You Need to Know About Meningitis
Do you know much about meningitis? Perhaps you’ve seen or heard about potential outbreaks of meningitis in a school or college campus near you –...
What You Need to Know about MRSA
Do you remember when the answer to almost any infection was to treat it with penicillin? Well, my friend, those days are long gone. Today there...
What You Need to Know About Varicose Veins
Do you suffer from varicose veins? While most people with varicose veins consider their occurrence to be no more than an issue of vanity – a...
What’s REALLY in Those McNuggets (And Why the FDA Doesn't Care)
You may have had a sneaking suspicion that McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets aren’t exactly a storehouse of nutrients, but guess what? It’s worse than...
What's Making You Fat? 3 Hidden Culprits To Be Aware Of
Losing weight is perhaps one of the most difficult endeavors to undertake. Whether you’re male or female, it can seem like an impossible task at...
When Stress Affects Your Skin: Natural Tips to the Rescue
You know stress can take a toll on your health, but did you know that stress has a negative impact on your skin as well? If you have one of these...
Who Knew? Being a Sports Fan can be Hazardous to Your Health
It's Thanksgiving and we all know that watching sports is the afternoon event of choice for many people. But did you know that this activity might...
Why Common Medications May Be Slowing You Down
If you take medications for your health, you would think they would work to make you better, or fix some problem you have. However, a recent study...
Why Dr. Oz Won’t Take the Swine Flu Vaccine
Dr. Mehmet Oz is arguably one of the most well-known doctors in the United States. He is the Vice-Chair and Professor of Surgery at Columbia...
Why Every Kid Needs a Vitamin C Supplement
You may know that it's important to get enough vitamin C into your diet, but what about when it comes to your kids? Are they getting enough...
Why Living In A Fast Food Neighborhood Puts You at a Higher Risk for Stroke
If you live in an area where can’t go more than a couple of blocks without running into a fast-food establishment, you might be in a mess of...
Why Natural Dental Care is Becoming a Vital Element to Your Overall Health
You know that dental care is imperative to a beautiful smile – and that a beautiful smile makes an excellent first impression. Well-cared-for...
Why Women May Need to Think Twice About Calcium
Do you take a calcium supplement? For years the experts have been telling us that calcium is a vital part of a healthy woman’s daily nutritional...
Why Working the Night Shift Can Harm Your Health
How many times have you thought “my work is killing me”? Well if you are a night shift worker that statement might be truer than you realize. A...
Why You Should Be Considering Krill Oil Over Regular Fish Oil When it Comes to Heart Health
As an Insider's Health reader, you’ve definitely heard about the benefits of fish oil and Omega-3 fatty acids by now. In fact, a recent report...
Why Your Doc is Choosing Supplements over Traditional Meds
How many times have you been told that there is a medication or pill to help remedy an ongoing illness you may have? How many commercials have...
Win the Battle Against Fatigue
Do you ever get that feeling of utter exhaustion – almost to the point of being weak or sick? Or you’re so tired that you are unable to perform...
Wogging: The Exercise Craze of 2008
What’s your favorite exercise? Perhaps you’ve followed the patterns of the “exercise crazes” that seem to have developed over the years....
Woman Finds Chronic Pain Relief from Induced Coma
Have you ever been witness to someone in a coma? If so, you know it’s not a pleasant experience. Simply not knowing if that person will ever wake...
Words of Wisdom: To Have or Not to Have Your Wisdom Teeth
When you go to your dental checkups, there is always the chance of a cavity or other problem that means a filling or even removal of your tooth. ...
World Health Organization Says: Get Rid of Junk Food!
It’s no secret that obesity – especially childhood obesity – is becoming a huge problem in our nation and around the world (no pun intended). The...
World Renowned Magazine Stumbles with False Report about Krill Oil: Find Out the Truth
You’ve probably heard the buzz about the health benefits of fish oil, and more recently krill oil. Unfortunately, you may also have a negative...
Worried About Your Health? Try Positive Psychology
Are you a glass-half-full or glass-half-empty type of person? Well, if you want to improve your health you might want to consider filling up your...
Yohimbine: The Effective Supplement for Better Men's Health
You might not have heard of “Yohimbine” but it could turn out to be very important to you and your partner. Yohimbine is an herbal supplement that...
You Can Prevent Your Next Cold with More Vitamin D
With the winter season gearing up to full swing, you may be wondering how you can help prevent the seemingly inevitable cold bug. Fortunately,...
Your High-Fat Diet May Be Making You Dumber by the Day
Does your long term memory seem to be diminishing? Is it becoming more difficult for you to do the same amount of exercise you did easily...
Zicam Cold Remedy Nasal Gel: FDA Warning
Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel and related products have been allegedly linked to permanent damage to the sense of smell. The FDA says about 130...