Vitamin D and the Immune System

Courtesy of Nature’s Sunshine   With cold and flu season upon us, good nutrition is vital to maintaining a strong immune system. Studies now indicate that vitamin D, once only recognized for supporting bone health, may be a key nutritional component in enhancing immune function. Here we provide overviews of some of the recent studies [...]

How to Prevent the Flu — as Easy as 1, 2, 3…

October 16, 2010 by  
Filed under Boosting The Immune System

By Dr. Mercola Colds are a leading cause of doctor visits and missed days from work and school, and this season is no exception. Americans suffer from approximately 1 billion colds per year, or about two to four colds per year for the average adult. But why do people start getting sick as the leaves [...]

Oatstraw

September 12, 2010 by  
Filed under Herbology

  OATSTRAW by Jyll Renee Botanical name:  Avena Sativa Common name:  Oatstraw, groats, wild oats Habitat:   It is grown primarily in the United States Info:  This herb is a popular alternative to standard western allopathic medicine for a variety of problems including building bones, pain relief, calming, hyperactive children, soothing elderly, fighting anxiety, panic attacks, [...]

Holistic Detox and Body Cleansing: A Rejuvenation Retreat for Your Whole Being

by Daniela Sales Spring is here and many are reading or thinking about detoxification and body cleansing protocols. The amount of information and number of products on the market with incredible promises are bound to confuse many.  To detoxify and cleanse really means to help body eliminate excess waste and toxic build up. This is [...]

The Benefits of Sesame Oil

Sesame Oil is a potent antioxidant and the very best natural conditioner for the skin. When you rub it on, it doesn’t stop at the skin the way other oils and creams do. Sesame Oil penetrates to the very marrow of the bone. On the way, it gathers oil soluable toxins and wastes and takes [...]

Antioxidants and Why We Need Them: A Brief Overview

March 7, 2010 by  
Filed under Aging & Longevity, Supplements

by Daniela Sales There is definitely no lack of information about antioxidants. Their name is quickly becoming a part of everyone’s vocabulary. They definitely are great allies in our journey of creating and maintaining wellness and health. However, we must realize that their use is not a substitute for a healthy diet, physical activity, and [...]

MonaVie M(m)un Juice Said to Boost Immune System

MonaVie (M) mun boosts immune systemAfter a much anticipated release, I finally had the chance to give MonaVie’s latest product a try…and it’s good!

Why Do People Really Get Sick?

Eavesdrop in on Dr. Mercola’s interview with David Wolfe. I reveal the absolute key reason why people get sick and the 7 most important things you can do to stay healthy.

Processed Foods and Our Children

February 15, 2010 by  
Filed under Holistic Living, Holistic Nutrition

Learn how to improve children’s health through a whole foods diet.

Healing with Nettle Tea or Capsules

February 12, 2010 by  
Filed under Alternative Health, Herbology

You can heal many common ailments naturally with nettle tea or capsules!

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