First off, what is serotonin? It’s a neurotransmitter that functions in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the central nervous system (CNS). You may be familiar with serotonin becau... Read more
Can a magnesium deficiency result in sudden death as a result of heart disease? Over the last thirty years or so, there’s been many published medical studies and journals suggesting that a l... Read more
Studies are showing that those who self-harm are not necessarily suicidal. Kimberly discusses this today on Insider’s Health TV. Featured Article: Natural Alkaloid “Out Tests” Morphine... Read more
A recent study discovered that women who drank 2-3 cups of caffeinated coffee daily were 15% less likely to develop depression, with an added bonus of reducing risks for certain types of can... Read more
Smokers who finally manage to kick the habit are quick to tell you the first days are marked with nervous jitters, anxiety, and a strong craving for a nicotine fix. What you don’t hear so mu... Read more
Anyone that has ever been caught in the throes of depression understands it’s a devastating, and at times debilitating, illness. It’s like a thief that robs you of your energy,... Read more
With a population in which approximately 70 percent of people are overweight, you may be surprised to know that some of the medications being used to treat the conditions associated with obe... Read more
Many new mothers experience the “post-baby blues.” And when you think about it, it’s hard to imagine why they wouldn’t. Crying babies, middle-of-the-night feedings, a post-baby body that’s n... Read more