Apple cider vinegar (henceforth referred to as ACV in this article) is an alcoholic solution involving a process of exposing crushed apples to yeast, turning the mixture into alcohol. Further fermentation takes place when bacteria are added to the solution, converting the alcohol into ascetic acid, the main active compound in vinegar. Some varieties of …
Walnuts – An Effective Preventative Against Prostate Cancer
Walnuts may well be nature’s panacea to fighting prostate cancer according to recent research. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in America after non-melanoma skin cancer according to statistics from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There were 176,450 new cases of prostate cancer diagnosed in America in 2013 out …
New Toothpaste Is A Breakthrough In Treating Cavities
A groundbreaking new toothpaste has been developed by Dr. Kazue Yamagishi of the FAP Dental Institute in Japan which helps to do away with drillings and cavity fillings. It contains components that mimic the natural enamel in teeth and repairs cracks in teeth. A chemical inside the paste known as crystalline calcium phosphate dilutes the …
Bolstering The Metabolic Function Through Healthy Diet
Many people suffer from weight loss and weight management. Both are influenced by the body metabolism which extracts calories from consumed food and combines it with oxygen to produce energy. This energy enables the body to carry out its functions like blood circulation, breathing, digestion, generating and repairing cells, and maintaining hormonal balance. The metabolic …
The Benefits Of Spa Treatments And Possible Drawbacks To Watch Out For
Spa treatments can help to bring a holistic balance and calm into people’s lives along with relaxation and a relieving of stress. They have the capability to rejuvenate mind, body, and spirit and current research indicates that the connection between all three has a direct impact on overall health and well-being and well known authorities …
Power Drinks To Beat The Winter Blues
There are many home recipes for warming beverages which are much in demand during winter. But there are some with excellent health benefits with the added bonus of being tasty and keeping people warm. Here are a few recipes for our readers to try out. Hot Water And Lemon Ingredients: 1 to 1 1/2 cups …
Pain Relief Management The Natural Way
Nature is abundant with plants and herbs which are natural painkillers and can be used to ease different types of pain ranging from burns, toothaches, backaches, arthritis, and headaches. They offer a safe and efficacious alternative to pharmaceutical painkillers which can suppress the pain but cause harmful and dangerous side effects in the process. Good …
The Basics Of Losing Weight: Keeping It Simple
Losing weight involves a positive attitude and making a commitment to adopting a healthier lifestyle. Weight loss involves either eating fewer calories and/or burning more than you need. A balanced approach includes doing both. Very low calorie diets are not the answer as they often make you lose muscle rather than weight. They also may …
Psoriatic Arthritis: Symptoms And Treatments
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a condition that occurs when the immune system becomes overactive. It often affects people suffering from psoriasis, a skin disease also related to the immune system. It can commonly be mistaken for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and gout and can range from a mild outbreak to being severely disabling. If not treated …
Caffeine Is A Drug And Excessive Amounts Can Be Dangerous
The U.S. has the highest coffee consumption in the world followed by Brazil which is the world’s leading coffee producer. Coffee represents a fairly large portion of Americans’ weekly spending at an average of $21.32 on coffee per week. A recent Penn State study revealed that 85% of the U.S. population consume at least on …