While modern medicine has made some incredible advancements in the past, more and more people are turning to alternative healthcare to treat whatever ails them. In fact, about a third of Americans currently use or have tried holistic medicine in the past. Holistic treatments take a more realistic approach to healing, going back to the [...]
Although conventional medicine isn’t going away, more and more people are looking for holistic medical care. Patients want and need practitioners who focus on the whole patient rather than only on a condition. Holistic practitioners consider body, mind, spirit, and emotions when implementing healing plans. Holistic medicine may include both conventional and alternative treatments. Despite [...]
Are you concerned about your health, or just want to try a new challenge? Why not consider taking a month off from consuming alcoholic beverages? Research from the University of Sussex in the U.K. is finding that participating in what’s called “Dry January” can help people with losing weight, saving money, and feeling better. Dry [...]
Taking care of your skin can be a constant challenge. It is exposed daily to free radicals and other problems that damage your skin. Keep in mind that your skin is the largest organ for your body. This means that you should be mindful and take good care of it. This is where argan oil [...]
Your metabolism is how your body burns calories to create energy. For many though their metabolisms are not operating as they should. Even if you do work out, there are ways that you can get your metabolism working at peak efficiency. One of the simplest ways to increase your metabolism is to exercise more. Aim [...]
Do you enjoy including turmeric to spice up your meals? You may have heard how it can be helpful for your health. It's true. However, if you take too much turmeric, there can be side effects that have a negative impact. Turmeric is a spice that is derived from the turmeric plant. Its main ingredient is [...]
You may have seen people doing yoga or meditation and asked, “Does that really work?” According to research, the answer is "yes." It appears that yoga and meditation are very beneficial for both the mind and body. Specifically, as it pertains to the use of controlled breathing. Yoga and meditation, in general, can be [...]
Sports drinks have become a popular fixture in modern athletics. It’s not uncommon to see a professional athlete drinking one of these during the course of a game. However, how healthy are sports drinks, what’s in them, and what should you really be drinking? Although water makes up the majority of what’s in sports drinks, [...]
You’ve probably heard by now that aloe vera is good for your skin. Yet, this plant has many more uses that benefit your health. This includes everything from aiding your digestion to treating diabetes. There are about 420 species of plants that fall under the genus Aloe, with aloe vera being one of them. It [...]
Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with cancer? A cancer diagnosis can bring up so many emotions, yet three stand out when it comes to managing this difficult condition. The first emotion that stands out when struggling with cancer? Anxiety with a capital "A". There are many questions that arise when facing a [...]
