This is the second article in a five part series devoted to digestion where we have been following a nutritionally poor meal, typical of America, from the mouth to the esophagus to the stomach. We have seen that the food enters the mouth where enzymes are added via sublingual glands. The meal then moves through…
The incidence of diabetes, once a rare and obscure disease, has skyrocketed in the last twenty years and now afflicts tens of millions of Americans. While at one time experts attributed this increase to the increasing age of the American population, doctors are discovering that the disease is afflicting more and more children and young…
I. Introduction A. What is a typical American raw food diet The raw food diet is defined as a type of diet of which at least 75% of the daily diet must be unprocessed and uncooked foods or foods can not be heating above 115 degree of Fahrenheit or 40 C, including fresh fruit and…
Today, fast food becomes a way of life. Breakfast sandwiches, fries, burgers and nuggets all meant a greater risk of obesity and it can increase the chances of obesity by 50%. Fast food is not only fast, cheap and convenient, it also tastes good, making it harder to resist. Fast food contains high levels of…
Have you noticed there are now hundreds of 'experts' on virtually everything these days? That's mostly thanks to the internet, which really is a wonderful resource of amazing information. Sadly, it's also an amazing place for misinformation. Take nutritious cat food. Depending on how much commission the author is likely to receive will depend on…
Essential oils are excellent natural remedies for Candida. These oils are the essence, in liquid form, of plants, shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. For pure, effective essential oils, a great deal of the original source must be used to generate a very small amount of oil. For instance, 6,000 pounds of the Melissa…
Copyright (c) 2010 Bruce Lashley It is a single or multi-chambered soft tissue mass with thin walls that is filled with high-protein fluid. The fluid color ranges from amber to clear and located beneath the skin and can be attached to muscle tendons, joint capsules or nerves. What are is the causes? The causes of…
Since the age of around 25 years old, my dad suffered from really bad psoriasis with very visible plaques on his scalp, elbows, knuckles and even on his back. Having been to the doctors on countless occasions he was always prescribed medication, shampoos and range of topical lotions to improve the condition. This medication didn’t…
I am sure most of us have sometime in our life suffered of nail fungus. It is a very common affection that normally has no further consequences, other than bad smell in our feet, a change in our nail's color or shape, and sometimes the feeling that our feet are not very comfortable. Nail fungus…
If you are looking for fast relief to the burning and itching often associated with thrush then read on as this article will outline 2 simple home remedies that cures thrush fast. If you are one of many women that suffer silently with thrush you may be surprised to hear that a cure for thrush…
The disease cedar fever is not actually a fever. This disease is a kind of allergy. The allergic reaction is accompanied by watery and itchy eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Most of the time, this also causes itchiness inside the ears. Cedar fever is caused by the pollen from the commonly known mountain cedar tree,…
Everyone knows how delightful a new baby can be! New life brings new love, fresh promise for the future, and overwhelming joy. However, that little sweetheart, can also bring other sorts of baggage, such as sleep deprivation for Mom and Dad, disruption of all routines, endless laundry, and the most dreaded of all – colic!…
Do you or a loved on suffer from depression? Depression can be a crippling mental disorder when ignored or left untreated. Feelings of sadness and other negative feelings affect us all at some point in our lives and desperately need to be addressed in order to get to the root of the problem. The current…
Some people fear being alone because they feel that their isolation will breed loneliness. This is a normal anxiety, especially among teenagers and young people who have not developed a strong sense of personal identity yet, and who thus must rely on others to motivate them and boost their self-esteem. However, with some people the…
If you suffer from relentless anxiety that just will not go away, it is important to learn about natural anxiety attack relief methods that can help you get your life back under control. While anxiety is a normal, common emotion; when it becomes excessive it can become a problem that rules your life. Signs that…
