Yes, I know, I live in the American South where it’s supposed to be hotter than blazes here all summer. But it’s not usually that hot at 3200 feet where we live and the climate is generally pretty mild. So we’re headed for our first 90-degree days of the summer this week and we’re already … Read more
We all need hugs every single day. As you’ll see from this article, human contact is vital for physical and emotional survival. Babies who are not cuddled, hugged and nurtured will not grow. They eventually may develop lifelong emotional problems or even die. Many years ago, we lived in Africa, where mothers routinely bundle their … Read more
In recent years, society has generally become more health-conscious. There is more information circulating about our food, what’s in it, and how that can affect our overall health. Old adages like “you are what you eat” really are accurate. There is a fine line between natural remedies sometimes between natural remedies and snake-oil quackery, but … Read more
In a word, “No.” I’ll say it again, “NO!” I recently got this question from a reader, probably because we are in the midst of cold and flu season and many people are heeding the knee jerk advice to “take more Vitamin C” to treat and prevent colds. There’s a little bit of sense there—but … Read more
Right now, we’re out in the sun, right? And we can manufacture vitamin D from sunlight, right? So why would we need to take a supplement when the sun is so intense? How about to gain another layer of protection against viral infections? Vitamin D is an essential weapon in our arsenal against all types … Read more
Have you been feeling a bit draggy lately? Tired? Lightheaded? Vulnerable to colds ? There could be many causes, but one to consider is a vitamin B12 shortfall. B vitamins in general, helping all cells in the body function properly. They help the body convert food into energy, create new blood cells and maintain healthy … Read more
This is an excerpt from The Calcium Lie: What Your Doctor Still Doesn’t Know by Dr. Robert Thompson and Kathleen Barnes. The menopause blues can really get a woman down, I know. I’ve been there. Most doctors tell us that hormone imbalances are the cause of hot flashes, depression, weight gain, irritability, insomnia, memory loss, … Read more
In many cultures, the power of herbal teas have been seen as more than just a cure. They are a sacred healing medicine that connects humans to the earth and it’s bounty. From across Asia all the way to the dense jungles of South America, people have used wild plants to make powerful medicines and … Read more
If quitting smoking is on your to-do list, congratulations! You couldn’t possibly do anything more beneficial for your health. I’m the first to understand this is no simple task. It has been said that stopping smoking is more difficult that breaking a cocaine habit. That means you’ll need all the help you can get including … Read more
