When chopping onions, bring on the tears. It’s a sign there’s a lot of sulphur-containing compounds that spell medicinal magic, so much so, that there are over 150 scientific studies exploring their pharmacological uses for everything from … [More...]
Inflammation is part of the body’s normal physiological attempt to defend itself against foreign invasions and repair itself from injury. But just like everything else in life, too much of a good thing is not … [More...]
IMPORTANT NOTICE: For individuals with conditions such as high blood pressure or kidney dysfunction, it’s paramount to follow the expert medical recommendations of your primary healthcare provider. The information provided in this blog is not … [More...]
Stinging nettle, known as Utrica Dioica in Latin, is a perennial flowering plant used for medicinal purposes dating back to ancient Greece. It is found in temperate climates around the world. It can grow up to … [More...]
In a day and age when Health Canada is working hard to wipe out the natural health industry through new regulations, it’s good to know phytotherapy will always be a free option. Headache? Infection? Pain? Gout? … [More...]
One superfood has been nature’s medicine for over 8000 years, used to heal tuberculosis, hepatitis, asthma, bronchitis, bacterial and viral tummy bugs, parasites, eczema, ulcers, fatigue, and more. Scientists have proven it can even help stop cancer … [More...]
It’s no secret oregano is potent antibacterial medicine. Hippocrates used oregano to ward off respiratory ailments, digestive disorders and for antiseptic purposes. A thousand years ago, Europeans would chew on oregano leaves to reduce symptoms of a … [More...]
This age-old soup remedy, backed by science, helps alleviate inflammation, stimulates clearing of the sinuses and has the potential to improve upper respiratory tract symptoms.
It’s not just an old wives’ tale; there’s real science behind the … [More...]
This week’s topic grew out of a comment on my recent article on headaches. After reading my recommendation to use fish oils to treat migraines naturally, I received this letter:
This 2000-year-old elixir made with two simple ingredients is likely the easiest anti-inflammatory tonic you’ll ever create, and, unlike Ibuprofen, it doesn’t come with a risk of side effects. Plus, it doubles as a daily dose of … [More...]