Probiotic Bacteria Could Save Your Baby From Deadly Sepsis
Probiotic bacteria might be about to get yet another feather in their health-promoting-cap: saving your baby from deadly sepsis. What is Sepsis? One of the most dreaded complications of an infection, sepsis is a serious, life-threatening condition. It occurs when the immune system floods the body with damaging, inflammatory chemicals. Without proper treatment to calm the immune...
The Truth About the Raw Water Craze According to Science
Have you heard about this raw water thing? I had never heard of it until a couple of weeks ago. And, now, all of the sudden, it seems to be everywhere! Articles, news reports, blog posts, YouTube videos -- everybody’s talking about the raw water trend. I’ll be honest with you and say I...
The Truth About Dairy: Is Milk Bad for You?
Many people want to know the truth about dairy and the dairy-free craze. These days, limiting dairy intake is as common as the gluten-free fad was a couple years ago. Unfortunately, people often make uninformed decisions regarding their diet when eliminating whole food groups. Dairy is a food group abundant in today’s diet. It includes...
8 Tips to Protect Your Teen from the Dangers of Online Dating
Are your kids hitting the age where they are becoming interested in dating? Here's what you need to know to keep them safe from the dangers of online dating. With online dating becoming increasingly popular thanks to apps like Tinder, gone are the days when you could easily track a teenager’s dating habits simply by...
Everything You Need to Know About Cyclospora Infection
Cyclosporiasis, an unpleasant gut infection, is becoming ever more common. Here, Aurora, our resident medicinal herbalist, breaks down what cyclosporiasis is, how to protect yourself, and how you can treat your symptoms naturally. Last Updated: July 29, 2019 Let’s talk about natural cyclosporiasis treatments. Yes, there are natural options for helping your body overcome this...
What Does Apple Cider Vinegar Do to Your Body?
Ever wondered what apple cider vinegar does to your body? Wonder no more! Here Miranda, a nutrition scientist, breaks it down for you! Last Updated: June 26, 2019 What does apple cider vinegar do to your body? And why would people think taking apple cider vinegar (ACV) is a good idea? I remember asking...
