Remedies

By Mercedes Kay Gold, CNP, CPT

  Arthritis is a painful ailment and can be addressed with my own personal warm elixir, made with Ceylon cinnamon, a must-have anti-inflammatory.

Combine your favorite nut beverage or coconut milk, ¼ teaspoon of turmeric, … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Feeling gloomy? Boosting your mood may be as simple as eating a daily handful of berries, which have a similar chemical composition as some antidepressants and mood-stabilizing drugs, researchers have discovered.

Blueberries, raspberries and strawberries have a … [More...]

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

It only takes two simple ingredients that almost everyone has in their kitchen; lemon and water. This uncomplicated and natural mixture can be your new recipe for success and is packed with potassium, … [More...]

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

Intermittent fasting has been on the rise as one of the most popular diet trends. Due to its success, many people have practiced and recommended this diet to others. It may just sound … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

A friend shared this idea with me, and it’s a keeper, and a whole lot cheaper than store-bought nut milk. Not to mention the fact it is void of any fillers. Turns out some almond milk brands … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Chamomile, often thought of as a sleepy-time tea, is more than just a pretty flower, it has been found to “significantly” reduce symptoms of anxiety, and may even alleviate depression, studies show.

A study in the Journal of … [More...]

By Sari Huhtala

Sinus infection? Hum. At least that’s what the experts are saying. Humming to clear up an infection may sound like quackery, but researchers have found that the simple act of humming strongly at a low pitch actually … [More...]

By Jamie-Lynn Shaw, BHSc, CNP, PTS, NNCP

When people think electrolyte drinks, they often refer to Gatorade and Powerade for an extra boost. However, not enough people take into consideration the amount of sugar and harmful ingredients that are being … [More...]

By Theresa Gregory

Instead of just planting beautiful flowers and shrubs, perhaps it is time to consider planting helpful, healing herbs this season.

Adding a few medicinal herbs to an already existing garden or making a special bed devoted to … [More...]

By Jeanette Wayne

Spring is a great time to undergo a cleanse and in many traditional cultures and medicines, there are ceremonies and practices that reflect this. For example, within Traditional Chinese Medicine, certain herbal formulas are used only during … [More...]