You know to skip the cookie aisle, to walk past the bakery without giving the donuts a second glance, to stay far, far away from the soda. It’s easy for a savvy person to keep away from processed junk foods, anything glazed or pumped full of sugar. But sometimes, we get surprised—a food we thought…
It’s one of the most important bodily functions, but many people tend to shun the topic: bowel movements. Stool’s appearance indicates how many different bodily systems, such as the cardiovascular system, muscular system, and nervous system, and digestive system, function. Unfortunately, poor and infrequent stools can cause serious medical conditions to develop. However, understanding how…
In recent years, society has come to the consensus of seeking out alternative and complimentary methods to treating devastating diseases. One of the most prevalent complementary treatments is the use of a ketogenic diet for the treatment of cancer. Specifically, a ketogenic diet involves replacing unhealthy carbohydrates with healthy proteins and fats, such as unsaturated…
Lemon balm has a long, illustrious history as a medicinal herb. A favorite of the ancient Greeks over 2,000 years ago, it was dedicated to Diana, the Goddess of the Hunt, and used to promote uninterrupted sleep, treat insect bites, calm anxiety, soothe tension, and alleviate symptoms of indigestion. Following civilizations have found many uses…
