If we want our patients’ immune systems to be robust, we must take a wider view of immune health. After all, immune system support is really about whole-body health. If a patient’s body is under strain from various comorbidities, it will be more challenging to endure threats to the immuneRead
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
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
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
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
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
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
Depression affects nearly 300 million people, including 5% of all adults and almost 6% of adults over age 60. And these numbers are on the rise, with the number of people suffering from this often-debilitating condition up almost 20% over the past decade, making it the leading cause of disabilityRead
Disruptions to this crucial system drive stress, disturb sleep and feed fatigue; how to help patients reset, recalibrate and restore balance. Of all the complaints encountered by practitioners, sleep issues, stress and fatigue are perhaps the most prevalent. These (and many other) conditions share a common cause: an imbalance inRead
Stress-related disorders and sleep disturbances continue to rise in prevalence and the search for safer, non-pharmacological interventions is becoming increasingly needed. Sleep deprivation is a substantial public health issue, and more than half of Americans say they need more sleep and 20% claimed they get less than five hours ofRead
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