Holistic Health

Recent Twin Studies Show Marijuana Is Not Responsible For Adolescent Cognitive Decline

January 26, 2016 by Allene Edwards
Last updated on: January 26, 2016

We’ve all seen the prototypical stoner teen, whether in real life or depicted in movies or on TV. Dull-witted, spaced out, these kids are the poster children for lost IQ points. The belief that marijuana causes a cognitive decline due… [read]

Smaller Dog Stools Mean Easier Pick-up and Better Nutrition

January 22, 2016 by Rose Seemann
Last updated on: January 22, 2016

Tired of picking up massive dog poo pies? A change in diet will minimize Fido’s stools, making clean-up easier for you and nutrients more accessible to him. Highly digestible foods are absorbed better by a canine microbiome, and they produce… [read]

Factors that Contribute to Hormonal Imbalances in Men and Women

January 21, 2016 by Joyce Paul
Last updated on: June 15, 2016

Not all people are the same, but when it comes to hormonal imbalance and overall endocrine function, there are common problems that may affect any person at any time, at any place, and at any age. This short guide will… [read]

Elderberries for Winter Health – With Elderberry Syrup Recipe

January 21, 2016 by Lara Colley
Last updated on: October 14, 2016

With wintertime comes cold and flu season and a general strain on the immune system. Our bodies work harder to regulate temperature in the cold, our immune systems are taxed, and we spend more time indoors in close quarters, exposing… [read]

Can Nutrition Help Combat Endometriosis?

January 20, 2016 by College of Naturopathic Medicine CNM
Last updated on: January 20, 2016

Endometriosis is a painful condition, often linked to infertility. It is caused by the improper growth of endometrium tissue within the abdomen and sometimes in other parts of the body as well. Instead of staying in the womb where they… [read]

Study Finds Doctors Overuse Antibiotics for Acne Treatment

January 20, 2016 by Mike Chapman
Last updated on: January 21, 2016

Acne or acne vulgaris is a long-term skin disease that occurs when hair follicles become clogged by dead skin cells and oil. Acne is the common cause for spots and it usually affects the face but sometimes may also affect… [read]

Why Counting Calories Doesn’t Work

January 20, 2016 by Charlotte King
Last updated on: January 20, 2016

For years now, we have been taught to count calories, to balance the ratio of our calories in vs calories out for the most effective way to lose unwanted pounds. But does this system work for the countless number of … [read]