Naturally sweet cinnamon revives our senses with its wonderful aroma and can enhance health with its medicinal properties. Cinnamon was first used in China (2700 B.C.) to treat fever, digestive, and menstrual problems. Indian healers used cinnamon to treat gastrointestinal complaints, as well as sore throat and cough. Today, modern herbalists continue to use the …
Do you enjoy a no-sugar-added soda with dinner every night? What about a low-sugar, high protein ‘nutrition bar' after a workout? At the office, are you mindlessly grazing through the low-sugar or no-sugar added cookies? Do you read food label ingredients to see where the sugars are hidden? If you're regularly drawn to sweets or …
A contrast hydrotherapy foot bath is an excellent way to strengthen your immune system, relieve congestion, soothe sore muscles, and improve circulation. It's great to do in the winter time as it can help promote healthy sleep and warm up cold feet. It's also beneficial for individuals with diabetes as they are prone to a …
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A cousin of watermelon, cucumber and pumpkin, bitter melon is shaped like a cucumber. But, it is larger with lighter green and a more gourd-like skin. In tropical cultures where it's cultivated, bitter melon is used to support digestion because of its ability to break down carbohydrates. When using for medicinal purposes, the entire plant …
Blood sugar regulation is key to living a healthier life. If you’ve been diagnosed with pre-diabetes or metabolic syndrome, you are at a 5-fold increased risk of developing diabetes. And, if you've been diagnosed with diabetes mellitus (DM), don't take it lightly. Left untreated, diabetes can lead to many complications such as heart disease, blindness, …
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In a world of constant pressure, knowing how to calm your overstimulated nervous system is key. We know the brain and gut are connected. One way to lower stress is via vagus nerve stimulation. Improving your vagal tone may help with stress and anxious or depressed mood. The vagus nerve is the 10th cranial nerve, …
Lavender (Lavandula spp.) is composed of several varieties, including L. latifolia, L. angustifolia, L. stoechas, and L. intermedia. This plant is native to the Mediterranean region, but it is cultivated globally. It grows well in warm, sunny climates and doesn’t need frequent watering. Lavender essential oil (EO) is made using steam distillation. This EO, used …