Sinusitis

Sinus Soothers

Q&A with Dana Ullman, MPH Sinusitis is an inflammation of the air-filled cavities in the head and face. This condition can result from bacterial, viral, or fungal infection--or it may stem from...
Herbal Healing

Compounding: The Basis of Herbal Healing

Americans pride themselves on being ahead of the rest of the world when it comes to scientific and medical advances, but although the US market for botanicals and herbal medicines is rapidly growing...
Companion Planting Don'ts

Companion Planting Don'ts

As companion planting creates a beneficial bond or "friendship" between plants in the garden , there are also plants that pose as foes to other crops. These plants may hinder or stop growth as they...
Cinnamon vs. Cold Season

Cinnamon vs. Cold Season

Science is learning that essential oils offer more than just comforting scents. These plant-based oils may be able to kick colds and other bacteria to the curb. Cinnamon bark , for example, has a...
Air quality

Indoor Air Alert

Air pollution isn't just outdoors. Protect your health in your home.
pet health

Is Your Pet Trying To Tell You Something?

When we're in pain, we can usually identify what hurts and how to treat it. Pets try to tell us when they're hurting too, but it isn't always easy for us to pinpoint what's wrong. If you're seeing...
Kids nutrition

Ready, Set, Learn! Back-to-School Nutrition

"Study after study shows that you can increase intelligence, attention span, concentration, problem-solving ability, emotional response, mood, physical coordination--all the facets of intelligence--...
Low magnesium levels

Low Magnesium Levels Predictor of Heart Disease

A review of cardiovascular disease research studies dating back to 1937 finds that low magnesium levels are a chief predictor of heart disease. Scientist Andrea Rosanoff, PhD, who conducted the...
Lucky Plants and Crops

Lucky Plants and Crops

Black Eyed Peas It is thought that the consumption of black eyed peas may create prosperity. Many have consumed the peas traditionally on New Year's, believing that this will create prosperity in the...
Organic and Natural Pet Care

Make the Switch: Organic & Natural Pet Care

Here are some things to keep in mind. If a product features a United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Organic seal, it means that the pet food was made without the use of pesticides,...