I've been asked what Ayurveda is a few times over the years, so I finally decided to get a blog post up about it. Ayurveda, "the science of life," is an Indian medical system dating back more than 5,000 years. It is the oldest continuously practiced healthcare system in the world. The main principle of …
What is Sauna Therapy? Throughout history, humans have used sauna therapy – also known as hyperthermic therapy – as a safe and powerful way to detoxify. Used by most, if not all indigenous cultures for several millennia, these hot water and air baths were common among Mayans, Mexicans, Islamists, Russians, Japanese, Native Americans as well …
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 …
As of 2022, 80% of the population of the United States lives in urban areas. Science tells us those living in urban areas are at higher risk of unhealthy lifestyle factors like high-fat diets, lack of adequate exercise, and higher levels of stress. On top of this, there are also more pollutants in city environments. …
Halotherapy, or salt therapy, involves breathing in fine salt particles for health benefits. Discovered in the early 12th century, salt therapy was formally studied in the 1800s. Research has shown halotherapy can be helpful for respiratory symptoms. This includes chronic obstructive respiratory disease (COPD), asthma, cystic fibrosis, and bronchiectasis among others. Patients reported less cough, …
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The mouth is the gateway to the rest of the body, but did you know dental health has an impact on overall health? Poor dental health is associated with cardiovascular disease. In addition, poor oral health is associated with an increased risk of endocarditis, cellulitis, and birth complications including gestational diabetes, miscarriage, and stillbirth. Approximately …
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The recent buzz around cannabinoids and CBD products may have you wondering if a CBD product could be effective for your health concerns. As of today, 37 states and the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico have approved marijuana use for medical concerns. Several other countries around the world have also approved it, and …
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