Health Solutions

Inflammation

Is Silent Inflammation Harming Your Health?

Years ago, Time magazine called inflammation the “silent killer.” Natural health expert and best-selling author Dr. Michael Murray warns that this condition, which has no outward signs, is just as dangerous today.

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Is Acupuncture for You?

Have you ever thought about trying acupuncture but were hesitant because you didn't know much about it? Here's a great audio introduction to this alternative healing method.

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Diabetes Drug May Also Treat Cancer

Metformin, a diabetes drug derived from herbs, is so effective at boosting survival rates in people with ovarian cancer that holistic practitioners are increasingly recommending it.

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Got Yeast? Get Rid of it!

Yeast overgrowth is one of those big secrets protected by public incredulity. After all, who would believe that yeast overgrowth is at the basis of many of our chronic inflammatory diseases?  

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How to Raise Happy Kids

There’s no magic formula you can sprinkle on a peanut butter sandwich that will ensure everlasting joy, but when it comes to the essential components of a child's happiness, there are some tried-and-true steps to help attain the elusive bluebird of happiness.

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Healthy Kids Watch Less TV

How early does television-watching affect a child’s health, and what exactly are its ramifications? A new study sheds some light on how screen time is harming our kids.

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Depression Rates Rise Among Teen Girls

New data shows that more adolescent girls are experiencing depression than ever before.  Why is this happening and what can be done to reverse this troubling trend?

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Scents Soothe Sadness in New Moms

While the birth of a baby can be a joyous event, it can also trigger feelings of sadness and anxiety. But new evidence points to the power of flowers to ease those baby blues.

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Cheers to Building Bone Density

After years of passing on the wine, women concerned about osteoporosis might have a reason to raise a glass. A new study suggests alcohol can improve bone density.

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Antibiotics in Food: New Guidelines Fall Short

A new initiative from the FDA issues voluntary guidelines to farmers regarding production antibiotics. Many feel the agency didn’t go far enough and ask why we are so far behind other countries on this issue. 

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Natural Arthritis Pain Relief

Over-the-counter and prescription drugs to treat osteoarthritis can have serious side effects. Fortunately, natural substances can help alleviate the pain and at the same time work on the underlying cause.

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Should We Be Putting Preschoolers on Ritalin?

The guidelines to treat children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been lowered to age four. But what are the side effects of the most commonly used ADHD drugs?

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Antibiotic Overuse During Cold and Flu Season

The Director-General of the World Health Organization made news headlines nationwide recently when she described antibiotic resistance as a “serious, growing and global threat to health.” Heed her advice this cold and flu season.

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Environmental Toxicity And Women’s Health

What’s the link between chemicals in the environment and women’s health issues? Author and clinician, Marianne Marchese, ND, describes the connection and gives advice about avoidance and detoxification.

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Attention Women: Cancer Screening Guidelines

Female cancer screening recommendations have changed, leaving many women confused about what tests are best. A women's health expert answers commonly asked questions about cancer screening and gives women a plan of action.

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Sweet Stroke Prevention

Chocolate is the focus of some pretty satisfying research lately. Fans of this nutritious confection will love this latest study!

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Exposing Unproven Cancer Cures

Beware of cancer treatments that seem to good to be true. Before choosing a treatment path, it's critical that you make sure it's scientifically validated. This audio interview provides some red flags to look for when evaluating potential cancer "cures."

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What's New with Natural Medicine?

Best-selling author and natural health expert, Michael Murray, ND, describes what he feels are the most compelling advances in the field of natural medicine over the past decade.

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