Top 12 High Zinc Foods
Not getting enough zinc can cause various health issues such as eye problems, hair loss, diarrhea, unwanted weight loss, and more. When you get the amount you need, your body flourishes. We generally get all the zinc our bodies need through our diets, but a poor diet can lead to zinc deficiency. As much as […]
Health Benefits of Manuka Honey
Honey is quite a versatile product. As a natural sugar, use it to sweeten dishes and drinks. Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties make it a medical wonder. As researchers conduct more studies on the health benefits of honey, Manuka honey is gaining popularity. But why, and what makes it better than regular honey? Where does […]
Ask the Doctors: What Is Holism?
Within the expansive menu of approaches to medicine and wellness, what is holism? This question is the topic of this article for two reasons. First, too much confusion and misinformation exist around non-conventional medicine. And second, holism is celebrating 50 years of practice. There is much to clarify…and much to celebrate. When you think of […]
How To Create Your Optimal Health And Wellness
The ball has dropped. Christmas ads have been replaced by tax-prep ads. January is in full force. And, if you fall into the majority, your health and wellness top your list of resolutions. Time to repent for the sins of last year. Until, of course, old habits get the better (or worse) of you and […]
How to be a light in this world
How to be a light for others through wellness “They light up the room when they walk in.” This is a statement many people love (or would love) to hear about themselves. To radiant such positive energy that others notice is a trait all should strive for. Why? Because that means you’re so full of […]
The 5 Best Supplements To Boost Your Immune System
Disorders of the immune system are among the most common problems affecting potentially every organ and function of the body. They lead to inflammation, pain, and even cancer. Knowing the best supplements to boost immune system function can help stave off these life-threatening disorders before they start. Among the worst of the non-cancer immune problems […]
How To Achieve Holistic Health And Wellness According To The Father Of Holistic Medicine
Can you believe holistic medicine has been around for half a century now? That’s fifty years of teaching people how to live in a way that honors their bodies, minds, and spirits. But, when it comes to making holistic health and wellness the rule and not the exception, we still have a long way to […]
When Does It Make Sense To Use Cannabis For Chronic Pain?
Medicinal cannabis for chronic pain or pain in general pain is effective. In fact, 30 to 87% of patients in different patient populations who use cannabis for medicinal purposes report pain or chronic pain relief as the reason for medicinal cannabis use. There is substantial evidence that cannabis improves pain in fibromyalgia and in multiple […]
Ask The Doctors: What Are the Best Foods for a Healthy Gut?
From a holistic perspective, you are asking a great question. Wanting to achieve a healthy gut through food is so much better for you than trying to do it through a prescription. And before we dive into the best foods for a healthy gut, we want to talk about how easy it is to become […]
8 Keys to Holistic Pain Management
When you’re writhing in pain, you’re probably not thinking about “going holistic.” You just want the agony to stop. You’ll take the pill, the shot, the bullet – anything to put an end to the pain. If you suffer from chronic pain, however, learning (and living) holistic pain management principles can change your experience of […]