So, you suffer from migraines and are willing to try most anything to alleviate that debilitating pain. I get that. And now you’ve heard that some people use acupuncture to treat their migraines. But you wonder if it’s true, “Does acupuncture really help relieve migraine pain?” Well, it seems the answer is, “yes!” Numerous research studies indicate that acupuncture really … [Read more...]
Does Exercise Boost Immunity?
You get plenty of sleep and eat a healthy, plant-based diet full of vitamin C. When you hear the words “cold season,” you say, “bring it on.” More or less, you feel ready to combat all those viruses that start circulating this time of year. Still, there are so darned many garden-variety germs out there as well as the more serious and infamous COVID-19. So, you wonder: “Is … [Read more...]
What are the Best Natural Immune Boosters?
Yep, ‘tis almost the season for getting sick with colds and the flu. But here’s the good news – your immune system can help combat those nasty and unwelcome viruses that leave you achy, fatigued, and hunkered down in bed. A range of cells, tissues, and organs make up the immune system that helps your body fight off disease. So, it’s also a good time of year to learn a … [Read more...]
9 Herbs for Healthy Kidneys
I’m guessing that you don’t often think about your kidneys – those little bean-shaped organs that help filter waste from the body. But you may want to reconsider and give these filtration gurus some more attention because there’s a whole slew of health benefits gained by caring for your kidneys. One of the easiest ways to improve their detoxification function is to use herbs … [Read more...]
Can Estrogen Dominance Cause Weight Gain?
Let’s admit it ladies! Now that we’ve been talking about estrogen dominance, we’re left with one lingering question: “Does estrogen dominance cause weight gain?” And wanting an answer to that is more than okay. Because sometimes when we can’t fit into anything other than our sweatpants, we feel like our world is falling apart - regardless of whether we’re dealing with estrogen … [Read more...]