What is the Connection Between Gluten and Neuropathy? Does gluten cause neuropathy? Can gluten cause tingling? What foods trigger neuropathy? Does cutting out gluten help those who have battled with nerve pain? These are some of the questions we've been asked...
Natural Remedies
Heartburn – Five Natural Remedies
For many of us the holidays mean family gatherings and delicious feasts. Don’t let heartburn put a damper on your holiday eating plans. Here are 5 natural remedies that help with heartburn. Aloe juice Aloe is well known for its skin nourishing properties and its...
Nutrient of the Month – CoQ10
CoQ10 is a naturally occurring enzyme that kick-starts cell activity and helps convert food into energy. It is also a powerful antioxidant. In the body, it is normally found in the energy production centers of the cell. CoQ10 has been shown to support healthy heart...
Can Aspirin Cause Hearing Loss?
A long term study conducted by Harvard University, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Vanderbilt University and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, that has been running since 1986, has found evidence that taking aspirin, acetaminophen or ibuprofen two or more times a...
Nutrient of the Month – Guarana
Guarana means "secret eyes" and was so named because the fruit resembles a human eye. Guarana is the pure seed of the Paullinia Cupana vine - a climbing shrub found in isolated areas of the Amazon rain forest. The seed is about the size of a pea, looks like a brown...
Natural Remedies for Inflammation
What is Inflammation? Inflammation is your body’s attempt to protect itself and begin the healing process. When a part of the body is injured or infected, the first response is to increase blood flow into the area which allows more nutrients and white blood cells to...
Nutrient of the Month – Tart Cherry
Tart cherry is an excellent source of natural melatonin. Melatonin is an important hormone that triggers sleepiness and can help improve your ability to get a restful night’s sleep. Tart cherry is also one of the richest known sources of a class of antioxidants called...
Natural Allergy Remedies
Here are 6 things you can do to help relieve allergy symptoms without antihistamines: Shower And Change Your Clothes Besides the relaxation it can provide, showers are a useful tool for managing and preventing allergy symptoms. Taking a shower removes pollen or air...
Beating the Winter Blues
Winter Blues? Feeling a little down recently? Having trouble getting out of bed in the morning? The days are shorter, temperatures are colder, and many people are finding it more difficult to get out of bed this time of year. It may even be affecting your moods. If...
How to Easily Increase Your Vitamin D Intake
Vitamin D is an essential element for a functioning body. But as we spend more time indoors, many are not even meeting the minimum daily requirements. The U.S. National Institute of Health recommends those under 70 years of age get a minimum of 600IU, and those 70 or...