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Health News - Calcium Alone Will Not Stop OsteoporosisWarning: Calcium Alone Will NOT Stop Osteoporosis

Bone is a matrix that contains not just bone-building minerals but also collagen, which is the protein that makes our bones strong and malleable. If bone health were attainable with a simple calcium supplement, we would be seeing a reduction in the rates of osteoporosis as women are taking calcium supplements in record numbers. Read More

 

Health News - Pumpkin Seed ExtractPumpkin Seed Extract for Ultimate Bladder Control: Dr Jones M.D

Urinary troubles come in many ways to both men and women. Many women, following childbirth, suffer from weakened pelvic muscles. The complaint is that coughing, sneezing or even getting up quickly from a chair results in wetting themselves and they fear becoming a social outcast. It’s estimated that one in six adults over the age of 40 is affected by OAB, and by age 70 it affects 48 percent of women and 17 percent of men. Read More


Health News - Pycnogenol Improves PsoriasisPycnogenol Improves Psoriasis: Dr Murray

Increased oxidative stress is a major factor in the development and progression of these health conditions and many more. One of the critical health goals in the 21st century is to flood the body with a high level of antioxidant compounds from food and dietary supplements to counteract the negative effects of free radicals and pro-oxidants. Flavonoid-rich extracts like pine bark and/or grape seed extract are very important agents in reaching this goal. Read More

 

Health News - BiosilBiosil: Natural Remedy for Arthritis and Osteoporosis

What brings millions of North Americans to their knees late in life? Today, with an aging population many people now end their lives in wheelchairs due to brittle bones (osteoporosis) or are crippled by the pain of osteoarthritis. Now, studies done at the Netherlands Institute of Rheumatology and other European centers found that a natural remedy, choline-stablilized orthosilic acid (ch-OSA), better known as BioSil, helps to ease the pain of osteoarthritis of the knee. Read More

 

Health News - Protect Your Family From EbolaHow to Protect Your Family from Ebola Infection

If it wasn't happening I wouldn't believe it! But night after night I've seen Wolf Blitzer on CNN and Peter Mansbridge on CBC news talking about Ebola, interviewing infectious disease experts about it. Yet, to my knowledge, no one in medical circles nor in the media has discussed the fact that there's a proven way to treat viral diseases successfully, such as Ebola. Read More

 

Health News - Prevent/Treat Ebola and other Viral InfectionsWhat Can You Do to Prevent/Treat Ebola and Other Viral Infections? - Dr. Brownstein

There is no conventional treatment for the Ebola virus. That does not mean that you are powerless to do anything to combat it. There are many effective natural anti-viral therapies that may prove effective against Ebola. It would be nice if the Powers-That-Be would begin testing these therapies. But, that would make common sense. Instead the Powers-That-Be are actively discouraging the use of alternative therapies even though they have nothing to offer. It is a sad situation. Read More

 

Health News - Vitamin C Fights Common ColdNew Study Shows Vitamin C Does Help Fight the Common Cold: Dr. Murray

It has been over 40 years since Linus Pauling wrote the book, Vitamin C and the Common Cold. Dr. Pauling based his opinion on several studies that showed vitamin C was very effective in reducing the severity of symptoms, as well as the duration of the common cold. Since that time, the research has been very controversial. Read More

Health News - Natural Treatment for Parkinson's?Natural Treatment for Parkinson's Disease? - Dr. Shallenberger

A US doctor called Dr. Frank Shallenbergerwrites a health newsletter called "Real Cures" that goes out to millions. In his newsletter he recommends using Benagene to help treat Parkinsons disease and he recommended Abaco Health as a reputable supplier of Benagene. Using Benagene for Parkinsons was initially new information to us, but of course we wanted to help people find a supplement recommended by a physician. Read More

Health News - RDA for Vitamin D is Grossly InadequateRDA for Vitamin D is Grossly Inadequate!

A huge and growing amount of research has now shown that vitamin D deficiency is very common (at least 50% of the general population and 80% in infants), and plays a major role in the development in many of the chronic degenerative diseases. In fact, vitamin D deficiency may be the most common medical condition in the world, and vitamin D supplementation may be the most cost effective strategy in improving health, reducing disease, and living longer. Read More

Health News - Ginkgo Biloba Extract Improves ADHD SymptomsGinkgo Biloba Extract Improves ADHD Symptoms

Researchers tested a Ginkgo biloba extract called EGb761 on 20 children diagnosed with ADHD in an open clinical protocol. The children were given the Ginkgo extract for three to five weeks at a dosage of up to 240 milligrams. This maximum dosage was given to those children who did not have immediate effective responses to a lower dose over the initial period of three weeks. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Cure for CataractsNatural Cure for Cataracts: Dr. Paul Hrkal N.D

One of the most exciting applications of carnosine has been for eye health and the potential treatment of cataracts. Much of the research on this application has been conducted by Russian scientists, which has led to the approval of carnosine as a treatment for cataract patients in Russia. L-carnosine reduces protein damage which is responsible for the formation of lens opacity or a cloudy lens (also known as cataracts). Furthermore, there is some evidence that carnosine has the ability to disassemble clumped proteins that make up existing cataracts. Read More

 

Health News - SAMe Fights Depression as Effectively as DrugsSAMe Fights Depression as Effectively as Drugs

Not found in food, SAMe is an abbreviation for s-adenosylmethionine, a substance made by our bodies. Found in every cell, it’s essential for life and when in short supply, can affect mood, joints, and liver function. SAMe was originally discovered in 1952 in Europe, and then began to be used as a treatment for depression. But in studies of depression, people who also suffered from osteoarthritis found that it helped their joints, and later, liver benefits were also observed. Read More

 

Health News - Shauna's Blog

Shauna Talks About Optimizing Your Child's Health for Going Back to School

It's back to school time of year and I'm here to help you get your children on a healthy regime.  The supplements that I give my 4 and 7 year olds are a multi vitamin, omega 3 fatty acid and vitamin D. I find that when combining these nutrients on a regular basis they soothe the beginning of the school year stress, improving their brain power and support a healthy immunity.  In fact my kids get these nutrients throughout the year to support their emotional and physical health. Read More

Health News - Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to DementiaVitamin D Deficiency Linked to Dementia

Vitamin D deficiency is associated with a substantially increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease in older people, according to the most robust study of its kind ever conducted. An international team, led by Dr David Llewellyn at the University of Exeter Medical School, found that study participants who were severely Vitamin D deficient were more than twice as likely to develop dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Alternatives to IbuprofenNatural Alternatives Ibuprofen!

Most people don't know that most conventional medicines are inspired by natural sources. Pharmaceutical companies will run tests and studies on the efficacy of a natural substance for any given ailment. Once they learn whether the results are good, they will create a synthetic version of that same substance and patent it so that it can be sold. Sometimes the synthetic version will work faster, and if you have a very low quality version of the natural substance, the synthetic one may even work better. Read More

 

Health News - More Than Just Calcium

Healthy Bones: More Than Just Calcium

Calcium is still the most important factor in bone health. However, to make sense of this new connection with heart health we need to look beyond just calcium and explore two other key factors in the regulation of calcium levels. Starting with the basics, calcium is the primary mineral that is part of the “mineral-protein matrix” that makes up bones. Vitamin D and Vitamin K are the biological signals that direct calcium from the digestive tract where it is absorbed and then directed into the bones. Read More

 

Health News - Shauna's Blog; ProbioticsShauna Talks About the Health Benefits of Probiotics

Probiotics have been extensively researched and used for many health conditions such as lung and sinus infections, yeast infections, skin disorders, Celiac, IBS, Crohn's Disease, ulcerative colitis, leaky gut syndrome, metabolic disorders, acne, diarrhea, food allergies, high cholesterol and high blood pressure. They can be used alongside of a bowel cleanse to keep yeast overgrowth in balance and help support the breaking down of highly toxic manmade chemicals that play havoc in our body. Read More

Health News - Common Signs of Nutrients Deficiency

Common Signs of Nutrient Deficiency

While eating a well-balanced, whole foods diet is essential for disease prevention and the maintenance of health, is it enough if you are deficient in key vitamins and minerals? What are the signs and symptoms of deficiencies you can observe in your body? Did you know frequent muscle cramps can be caused by low magnesium and/or potassium? Or, that your pale skin could be telling you, that you are anemic?  Read More

 

Health News - Natural Remedies for WrinklesNatural Remedies for Wrinkles!

Women are marketed to daily in an effort to buy expensive injections, chemical peels or creams and serums costing hundreds of dollars, all to smooth out wrinkles and make thjem look younger. This beauty industry focuses entirely on external issues and doesn't look internally.  Your skin reflects the health of your whole body from the inside out. It shows a story of stress, toxins in your food, chemicals in your environment, and of course lifestyle choices. Read More

 

Health News - The Best Green Tea Supplement for Weight LossThe Best Green Tea Supplement for Weight Loss

A new study from the April 14, 2014 issue of the British Journal of Nutrition demonstrates the importance of using the right product to get the best results. The study failed to show any weight loss benefit with the intake of a green tea extract rich in polyphenols, probably due to poor absorption. Unfortunately, results from the clinical studies have been quite inconsistent, until now. One way to improve the absorption of green tea’s valuable compounds is by making a “phytosome”. Read More

 

Health News - Shauna Talks About Reducing Sun DamageShauna Talks About Reducing Sun Damage Under the Summer Sun

The sun makes us feel good, gives our face a healthy glow, improves the way our body aborbs nutrients and supports our immune system. I love being outside on a bright sunny day especially knowing the health benefits that vitamin D has on my body and mood, so do I avoid the sun or can I take something to help reduce the aging affects it has on my skin? Certain supplements have been clinically studied to help protect the skin from the UV rays and the ones that I use in the summer months are astaxanthin, pycnogenol and aloe vera. Read More

 

Health News - Tomato Extract Relieves Damaged ArteriesTomato Extract Relieves Damaged Arteries

Cardiovascular medications, constitute approximately 25 percent of all prescribed medications in the world. By decreasing vascular resistance and blood flow these drugs have many side effects including blood disorders, elevated blood glucose, increased heart rate, depression and even cancer. It turns out that the antioxidant lycopene, which is found in tomatoes and in other yellow, red, and orange vegetables, is a valuable alternative that is capable of widening blood vessels by more than 50 percent according to new research in PLOS One. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Remedies for Varicose VeinsNatural Remedies to Relieve Varicose Veins

Varicose veins may develop from sitting or standing for long periods, lack of exercise, pregnancy and obesity. Heavy lifting puts more pressure on legs increasing the probability of getting varicose veins. Support stockings or socks may help prevent varicose veins. Heart failure, liver disease, and abdominal tumors can also promote the formation of varicose veins. A deficiency of Vitamin C and bioflavonoids can also weaken the collagen structure in the vein walls, which can cause varicose veins to develop. Read More

 

Health News - Get an Athletic Edge with BCAA'sGet an Athletic Edge with Branched Chain Amino Acids

Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) are specific amino acids that have the most significant role in stimulating protein synthesis since they up regulate enzymes that are responsible for muscle growth.1 BCAAs comprise about 25% of animal protein and occur in a 2:1:1 ratio (leucine: isoleucine: valine) in nature. High quality supplements should reflect this ratio. BCAA supplementation also prevents damage to muscle during exercise. Read More

 

Health News - Shauna Talks About Supporting the Lymphatic SystemShauna Talks About Supporting the Lymphatic System

Surgery, injuries, food allergies, aging, stress and a poor diet can disrupt the lymphatic system. A poorly functioning lymphatic system can lead to edema, chronic constipation, skin conditions, cellulite, hormone disruptions, lung & sinus congestion, allergies and a weakened immune system. Toxins in the lymphatic system can get stored in the fat cells and create a toxic burden on the body for a long time. If you have swollen lymph nodes in the neck, under arms, breast tissue or groin then it is likely that your lympathic system needs some help. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Remedies for Acid RefluxNatural Remedies for Acid Reflux

Acid reflux, often called heartburn, happens when stomach acid flow up into the esophagus. The esophagus, then becomes irritated and you feel a burning sensation. Symptoms for acid reflux are gas, bloating, flatulence and even apparently unrelated symptoms such as dry coughing. Acid reflux usually hapens due to the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) not contracting after swallowing food, therefore allowing acid to come up into the esophagus. Read More

 

Health News - Dr. John Gary Talks About SerrapeptaseDr. John Gary Talks About Serrapeptase

Serrapeptase can be thought of as a natural pipe cleaner for your body to dissolve arterial plaque, blood clots, cysts, and scar tissue while eliminating pain and inflammation. Best-selling author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus talks about our best selling product Serrapeptase, the Miracle Enzyme, which has helped so many people improve their lives. Watch the video here!

 

Health News - Iodine Deficiency Causing Thyroid IllnessIodine Deficiency Causing Autoimmune Thyroid Illness - Dr. Brownstein

Autoimmune thyroid illness, which includes Hashimoto’s and Graves’ diseases, is also occurring at increasing rates. In fact, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that up to 5 percent of the American population (over 15 million people) may be suffering from an autoimmune thyroid illness.
But why would the incidence of autoimmune thyroid illness be increasing? One underlying factor is iodine deficiency. Read More

 

Health News - Shauna Talks About Acid/Alkaline Balance

Shauna Talks About Acid/Alkaline Balance

Acidity leads to acidosis which contributes to serious health conditions. An over acidic state over a long period of time causes loss of elasticity of muscle, tendons and connective tissue throughout the body causing inflammation. It can cause high blood pressure, circulatory disorders which in turn can lead to coronary heart disease. It can weaken the stomach, liver and pancreas causing digestive problems with symptoms of heartburn, peptic ulcers and inflamed intestines. Read More

 

Health News - AOR Modified Citrus PectinModified Citrus Pectin (MCP) Stops Cancer from Metastasizing

Modified citrus pectin is not the pectin that is used in cooking. MCP is in all citrus fruits, but occurs in higher amounts in grapefruit. The active ingredients in MCP have been shown to suppress angiogenesis, the process by which cancer cells survive by obtaining blood through the blood vessels that each cell grows. Without a steady flow of blood, the cancer cell cannot survive, and apoptosis occurs. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Remedies for Seasonal AllergiesNatural Remedies for Seasonal Allergies

For many folks the changing of the seasons from winter to spring means the beginning of a debilitating season of sneezing, wheezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery and red eyes. More than 40 million North Americans face this major problem every year as the pollen from trees, grass, flowers, and plants makes it way into the air. Using nature-based products can be a very useful way to handle mild allergies and a useful adjunct for more significant allergies, and there are many types of treatments you can safely try. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Fibromyalgia SolutionsNatural Fibromyalgia Solutions

Fibromyalgia is a disorder characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. Researchers believe that fibromyalgia amplifies painful sensations by affecting the way your brain processes pain signals. Fibromyalgia research has expanded significantly over the past two decades, with many natural interventions now gaining attention and increasingly, clinical validation. Read More

 

Health News - Multi Reduces Cataracts Risk in MenMultivitamin Supplement Use Decreases Cataract Risk in Men

Past observational studies have indicated a relationship between nutritional supplement use and eye health. However, randomized trial data on the effects of long-term multivitamin supplement use and risk of eye diseases are limited and, in some cases, non-existent. To address this, researchers based at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School -- as part of the Physicians' Health Study II (PHS II) -- conducted a randomized, double-blind study from 1997 to 2011 of 14,641 U.S. male doctors age 50 and older. Read More
 

Health News - What Is Sacchromyces Boulardii?What is Saccharomyces Boulardii?

Digestive health is often coined the “bread and butter” of Naturopathic Medicine.  As NDs, we often incorporate some sort of GI assessment and/or treatment in the majority of our cases.  I am glad you asked about the probiotic yeast , Saccharomyces Boulardii.  I am very fond of this product for several reasons.  Its’ main claims to fame being the ability to effectively deal with inflammatory gastro-intestinal concerns, including antibiotic – associated diarrhea and Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infections. Read More

 

Health News - How Dr. Oz Stays Healthy...How Dr. Oz Stays Healthy: His 7 Daily Rituals

Being a physician and healthy-living advocate, I aim to practise what I preach. So far, I’ve found the easiest way to maintain healthy habits for myself is to actually make them habits, so they become a natural part of my routine. Here are the most important things I do every day to ensure I put my health first. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Supplement for Stress, Anxiety and InsomniaNatural Supplement for Stress, Anxiety and Insomnia: Dr. Murray

Everyday stress is a normal part of modern living. Job pressures, family arguments, financial woe, traffic and time management are just a few of the stressors we face on a daily basis. For some, the stress can be overwhelming and may lead to anxiety and insomnia. Fortunately, there is a safe and effective natural supplement without side effects. Read More

 

Health News - Natural Supplements Improve ADD/ADHDNutritional Supplements Improve ADD/ADHD: Dr Murray

It is often amusing reading news accounts of nutritional research or the benefits of natural therapies. For most rational minded folks it seems obvious that since the brain is the most metabolically active organ that it would require a constant supply of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, and other nutrients. And, when the brain is damaged or not functioning properly, it makes even more sense to help rebuild it by providing key brain building blocks. Read More

 

Health News - Understanding the Different Types of Magnesium...Understanding Different Types of Magnesium: Dr. Hrkal

As a supplement, magnesium is most commonly found in small amounts in multivitamins and in certain over the counter laxatives. Minerals such as magnesium or calcium are combined with another molecule to stabilize the compound. Each combination, referred to as a chelate, (such as magnesium citrate) has different absorption, bioavailability and therapeutic value. These additional molecules can really impact the medicinal value of the magnesium and some even have beneficial effects in their own right. Read More

 

Health News - Heart Healthy SupplementsHeart Healthy Supplements

Iodine has been determined to actually alter breast cancer associated gene expressions. It turns off cancer promoting genes and turns on genes that promote cancer cell apoptosis or cellular suicide. If you want scientific evidence for that, here it is. Dr. Guy Abraham developed a product called Iodoral, which is a pill form of Lugol's iodine Solution. Read More

 

Health News - High Dose Vitamin E Slows Down Alzheimer'sHigh Dose Vitamin E Slows Down Alzheimer's

High doses of vitamin E could help people with Alzheimer's retain their independence for longer, claim researchers. A new trial showed that daily supplements slowed the functional decline of patients by around six months. It meant they could do everyday activities such as cooking, washing and shopping for longer than  those who did not take a dose. Read More

 

Health News - Curcumin Found Superior to Drugs for Rheumatoid ArthritisCurcumin Found Superior to Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a painful and debilitating autoimmune disease that can lead to a substantial loss of mobility and function, if not properly treated. While gradual disfiguration of flexible joints in the fingers are a characteristic sign of this disorder, RA has the potential to affect many tissues and organs by contributing to chronic, systemic inflammatory activity. Standard treatment usually involves the use of pharmacological painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs intended to suppress symptoms but not alter the underlying trajectory of the disease. Read More

Health News - Natural Anti-Virals for Fighting the FluNatural Anti-Virals for Fighting the Flu

Antivirals do much more than just protect you from the flu. Their anti-inflammatory properties are powerful immune boosters that can help protect you from aging, cancer, Alzheimer's and cardiovascular disease. If you use antivirals on a daily basis you can keep your immune system strong and treat various ailments, or use as preventives when you’ve been exposed to disease-causing viruses. Read More

Health News - Are Vitamins Essential?Are Vitamins Essential?

Canadian and US statistics show that many people suffer from nutritional deficiencies because of an inadequate or inappropriate intake of food. Many people insist that you can get all the vitamins and minerals and nutritional needs from foods. That's absolutely true, BUT, based on our lifestyles today, the quality of the foods that most people actually consume and the depleted soils they are grown in it is almost impossible for most people to get all of their essential nutrients from their diet. Read More

Health News - Not All Supplements Are Created EqualNot All Supplements Are Created Equal

A sure fire way to assess the quality of your supplements is to check if the vitamins and mineral are in the most biologically active and absorbable forms. Most formulations contain vitamins and minerals in their most commonly used and often cheapest form. To the untrained eye this may not seem like a big deal especially if the cost of the formulation seems like a good bargain. Read More

 

Health News - Breast Cancer Risk Increases 6xBreast Cancer Risk Increases 6x for Women with Low Vitamin D

The sunshine vitamin seems to get a lot of attention, and with good reason. Vitamin D offers an array of health benefits—from reducing asthma symptoms to helping the body fight viral infections like the common flu. A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition says vitamin D can even reduce your risk of developing breast cancer, and at quite a significant rate. Read More

 

Health News - Mushroom Compound Lengthens Lives for Dogs with CancerMushroom Compound Lengthens Lives for Dogs with Cancer

A Chinese mushroom is offering some hope to pet owners in treating hemangiosarcoma, an aggressive form of cancer that shortens life to a matter of days. Hemangiosarcoma is a cancer that originates in the blood vessels and affects the spleen. It comes on quickly and kills just as fast. The compound has been found to extend the lifespans of cancer-stricken dogs. Researchers believe the mushroom could eventually help humans in the fight against cancer as well. Read More