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Impact of Stress Hormones on Insulin Metabolism

In my practice, I repeatedly encounter the connection between stress and glucose and insulin metabolism. In this white paper, we will examine the impact of stress, including the fact that it does not always have a negative impact. We will examine what is normal in terms of stress, what is not, and what to do if a person is stuck in the “fight or flight” mode. We also will look at the connection between glucose and insulin metabolism and stress, then discuss how to get that back to balance.

Ashwagandha and Saffron: Key Tools for a New Era of Living

With Clinical Data for Mood, Stress, and Sexual Health, the Many Reasons to Consider Ashwaganda and Saffron Each year, stress pretty much hits us all like a freight train—not just once or twice, but repeatedly. Many of these new stressors are carrying with us into 2024 and may exist indefinitely.Read

Curcumin with Turmeric Essential Oil: Reverses the Effects of Aluminum Toxicity

Curcumin and the Blood Brain Barrier: Neuroprotective effect of turmeric extract in combination with its essential oil and enhanced brain bioavailability in an animal model. Banji D, Banji OJ, Srinivas K. BioMed Res Int. 2021; (January): 1-12 PURPOSE: The study evaluated the neuroprotective effect and pharmacokinetic profile of turmeric extractRead

Curcumin and Turmerones: A Powerful Natural Medicine Explained

There’s no doubt that we need to drastically improve our health. The fact that 60 percent of Americans are taking some kind of prescription drug should set off alarms in everyone. Synthetic medicines typically create more problems than they claim to solve. They are “one track” solutions to problems thatRead

Pomegranate Extract Shows Promise for Healthy Aging

The pomegranate, a symbol of prosperity, hope, and abundance for over four thousand years, has deeply influenced culture and history. Often depicted in art and literature, it is even suggested by some scholars that the forbidden fruit eaten by Eve in the Garden of Eden was a pomegranate, not anRead

Hibiscus for Heart Health

The Hibiscus plant is well-known for its brightly colored flowers, ranging from white and yellow to pink and red. For centuries, traditional medicine practitioners have used many of the over 200 species of Hibiscus. You may be familiar with Hibiscus, known as “sour tea” in Iran, a delicious and refreshingRead

9 Effective Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

In the United States, approximately 47% of adults have hypertension, a condition characterized by consistently elevated blood pressure. This statistic is concerning as high blood pressure is a significant risk factor for serious health issues, including heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. Elevated blood pressure often goes unnoticed due toRead

Cultivating Resilience: How Supporting Healthy Soil and Human Microbiomes Can Save Our Planet and Build Healthier Communities

In our rapidly changing world, the importance of microbial health – in the soil and in our gut- cannot be overstated. Our ability to thrive hinges on the delicate balance of the microbiomes within our soil and bodies. For centuries, indigenous practices have emphasized the importance of maintaining this balance,Read

Matcha Mouthwash Puts the Bite on Gum Disease

Periodontitis is an inflammatory gum disease caused by infection by bacteria, particularly Porphyromonas gingivalis, which colonizes biofilms on tooth surfaces and proliferates in deep periodontal pockets. Left untreated, periodontitis can lead to complications including tooth loss. It has also been associated with diabetes, preterm birth, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. GreenRead

Natural Compound Speeds Nerve Regeneration

Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus) is a thorny, flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. For centuries, extracts or teas of blessed thistle have been used to treat indigestion, infections, and wounds. While research on the plant’s medicinal properties is spotty, some evidence suggests that the tannins present in blessed thistleRead

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Curcumin with Turmeric Essential Oil: Reverses the Effects of Aluminum Toxicity

Curcumin and Turmerones: A Powerful Natural Medicine Explained

Pomegranate Extract Shows Promise for Healthy Aging

Hibiscus for Heart Health

9 Effective Ways to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

Cultivating Resilience: How Supporting Healthy Soil and Human Microbiomes Can Save Our Planet and Build Healthier Communities

Matcha Mouthwash Puts the Bite on Gum Disease

Natural Compound Speeds Nerve Regeneration

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