When you look in your local supermarket for honey, you almost always find it with the other sweeteners like sugar and Xylitol. But, honey actually has a whole heap of additional uses aside from simply sweetening your tea or muffins. In fact, honey has been used for thousands of years as a therapeutic medicine. Though in our modern culture it’s used more for its sweet flavor, … [Read more...]
The Best Ways for older adults to Improve Joint Mobility
Nearly 50 percent of older adults over the age of 65 suffer from doctor-diagnosed arthritis and struggle with joint pain as a result. Many of these older adults believe that joint pain is something they’re doomed to experience for the rest of their life, but that definitely doesn’t have to be the case. There are lots of things that older adults can do to improve their joint … [Read more...]
Weight Loss Tea – Does It Work?
There is a pretty good chance that you’ve heard of weight loss tea at some point or another. This term is utilized to describe several types of teas. Many people are skeptical. They do not believe that tea is going to help. Others swear by it. So, who is right? Can tea actually help or is it nothing more than a waste of money? As in most cases, the truth lies somewhere in … [Read more...]
8 Ways to Drink More Water Every Day
You have probably heard of the various benefits that come with drinking more than eight glasses of water each day. If you have, this means that you also know about the risks that may arise if you fail to reach this target. Although this information is already available in the public domain, many people still find it hard to achieve this target. People come up with very many … [Read more...]
3 Scientifically Proven Remedies from Nature’s Pharmacy for Dealing with Hair Loss
Were you staring with horror at the clumps of hair circling the drain in the shower this morning? The last time you visited the salon, did the hairdresser suggest a new hairdo that adds “volume” to your hair? Or, maybe, she started to talk about the discounts they were offering for hair extensions or other such treatments. Did it just hit you where that conversation was … [Read more...]
Are Custom Orthotics a Waste of Money?
If you have frequented the podiatrist’s office for chronic foot pain, the topic of orthotics has likely come up amongst other treatment and management suggestions like ice therapy, massage, and rest. Interesting new research is shedding light on the cost and efficacy of custom-made versus over-the-counter orthotics, however, turning previously-thought notions on their … [Read more...]
Natural Remedies & Tips for Weight Loss
Obesity might just have been the leading health issue of the last half century. It causes a manifold of diseases, or it’s the omen of a manifold of diseases rather. Some will say it is a natural result of the hectic schedule of modern lifestyle, or of the sudden availability and accessibility of foodstuffs in unlimited quantities in developed societies after the war. Whatever … [Read more...]
Benefits and Side Effects of Kratom
Kratom is just another herb that has become quite popular in the world today. However, like many other herbs, controversy surrounds this one as well. Many states in the US have banned the use of kratom, but some consider it completely legal. Due to this reason there seems to be a lot of confusion regarding kratom and its use. It is important to know about what kratom does … [Read more...]
The Why and How of Exercising for Stronger Wrists
It may not look like much at first glance but your wrist is a complex joint with multiple bones and ligaments. The proper functioning of these parts is integral in various movements of the hand which in turn, allows you to go about your daily activities. Wrist problems usually occur from overuse, injuries, and old age. The natural process of aging leads to wear and tear of … [Read more...]
How to improve circulation in legs and feet naturally
Blood circulation is one of the most important bodily functions. Good blood circulation allows tissues to take in nutrients and get rid of waste and is an essential function for long-term leg health and strength. Circulation is best described as being the “flow” of blood and nutrients throughout the body which is made possible by the heart’s pumping function. Typically, when … [Read more...]
