Ever wondered why you have brain fog especially after a night of bad sleep? By common sense they should be related. But now the scientist are devising cognitive tests to put this notion to bed (pun intended). The article below (posted here verbatim) by BBC News Medical Correspondent about an online … [Read more...] about How Lack of Sleep Affects the Brain
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Top 10 Natural Remedies For Disaster Relief
As I pen this blog, my outside window is howling with strong wind and the rain has been coming down non-stop over the last 6 hours. Hurricane Harvey's news and reports are being blasted on every local and national TV channels I tune in to. Yes, even in Austin, TX where I live, we are bracing … [Read more...] about Top 10 Natural Remedies For Disaster Relief
Arsenics in Rice, Mushrooms, and Wine
In our last blog we viewed a video by Dr. Wright who spoke of importance of avoiding different kind of heavy metals in our body for they can trigger cardiovascular anomalies. You may not see how prevalent are heavy metals in our daily life? Let me share a small sample of our daily exposure to heavy … [Read more...] about Arsenics in Rice, Mushrooms, and Wine
Untold Causes of Hypertension
Here is a video that you may find interesting regarding high blood pressure. The points Dr. Wright making here are not generally discussed by medical doctors but they may be highly relevant to your heart health and particularly high blood pressure condition. You don't have to take my words for it. … [Read more...] about Untold Causes of Hypertension
In Defense of Coconut Oil: Rebuttal to USA Today
Found an insightful and well researched article on the recent Coconut Oil controversy introduced by FDA and other health organizations. The media frenzy has ensued since that publication including the USA Today. I enjoy reading both sides of discussion and look for the evidence based analysis and … [Read more...] about In Defense of Coconut Oil: Rebuttal to USA Today
Are Diet Drinks Better Than Regular Soda?
Summer is upon us with vengeance. The heat (and the humidity) is almost intolerable. That soft drink in the fridge by the checkout counter of any store is just the right thing to quench that miserable feeling. But do you choose the regular or diet soda? What's the difference? The following article … [Read more...] about Are Diet Drinks Better Than Regular Soda?
Bone Broth For Joint Inflammations
More than 52 million Americans today suffer one form or another of arthritis. The pain and sensitivity in the joints caused by the inflammation can be quite limiting to one's every day routine. Chances are you or someone you know is living in pain because of a joint inflammation. By … [Read more...] about Bone Broth For Joint Inflammations
The Role of Mucus in Digestion
Mucus plays a hugely important role in digestion, in addition to helping establish the overall health of other areas of your body. In this article we’ll focus just on how mucus helps in mechanical digestion, and why you need to make sure that your body has a suitable amount. Why does mucus … [Read more...] about The Role of Mucus in Digestion
Are Adults over 50 Able to Absorb B-12?
As you age, your body can become less capable of absorbing adequate amounts of some nutrients, including vitamin B-12. Studies indicate that about 40% of the U.S. population suffers from some sort of Vitamin B-12 deficiency, either because they are not eating the types of foods that provide B-12 or … [Read more...] about Are Adults over 50 Able to Absorb B-12?
Nutritional Beverages Gaining Popularity
First of all, Happy Independence Day to everyone! I, like many, am celebrating the amazing freedom we have which often we take it for granted. Summer is in full swing and we all should be hydrating ourselves more. Appropriately, I have been writing about water the last couple of blogs. Here is an … [Read more...] about Nutritional Beverages Gaining Popularity