The gold-colored berberine has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Medicine for more than 2,500 years. It is a natural supplement isolated from the roots, rhizomes and stem bark of many plant species. Berberine belongs to a class of isoquinoline alkaloids, plant compounds with many benefits. Here are five reasons to take this healing gold every day. (Related: ...

Having a healthy digestive system contributes to your overall well-being. Generally, your body takes between 10 hours to three days to move food through your entire digestive system. However, if you’re feeling more tired than usual or are dealing with gastrointestinal (GI) issues, things have likely “slowed down.” If you often experience symptoms like bloating, stomach issues and feeling fuller than usual ...

Juicing is big among health enthusiasts, but others prefer smoothies. After all, smoothies are more filling. And unlike juicing, making a healthy smoothie at home means you get to enjoy the benefits of nutritious ingredients that are full of dietary fiber, like apples. When you make your own smoothies, you are also free to add healthful herbs and spices, as well as other ...

By now, most natural health advocates know about the power of natural remedies for preventing, beating back, and ending sicknesses early on. They know to ramp up the vitamin D3 in the cool and cold months, and to delve into garlic, cinnamon, vitamin B12, vitamin C, and trace minerals. Since the pandemic began, the masses have made a ritual of ...

Numerous studies, including one published in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, have found black cumin seed and its main active component, thymoquinone, to be medicinally effective against various human and animal ailments. These include chronic illnesses and infectious diseases caused by bacterial, fungal, parasitic and viral infections. (Related: 10 medicinal uses of black cumin seed essential oil.) High-value bioactive ...

Yoga is a good activity because there are intense yoga poses that are great for burning calories. There are also excellent poses for newbies who want to relax. If you need to stretch your hips or if you want to unwind and de-stress, try relaxing yoga poses like the reclining butterfly. How to do the reclining butterfly pose First, go into a ...

Is it possible to remediate a hernia without invasive surgery? The Hernia Coach is successfully doing just that with Holistic Hernia Remediation. Before reading any further, note that the following information applies only to inguinal hernia cases that have already been evaluated by a competent physician who is experienced in this particular specialty. “If an inguinal hernia has been incarcerated ...

Dubbed the golden spice of life, turmeric (Curcuma longa) is one of the world’s most powerful superfoods. It is a rich source of vitamins and minerals, and contains more than 300 naturally occurring plant nutrients. Curcuminoids, phytonutrients naturally found in turmeric, are five to eight times more potent than vitamins C and E. Turmeric’s bright yellow color makes it a key ingredient in ...

There are risk factors (often behavioral) that increase the likelihood of developing heart disease. Some risk factors cannot be controlled, but you can take steps to lower your risk by addressing the factors you can control. (Related: Predicting heart disease accurately.) Genes control every aspect of the cardiovascular system – from the strength of the blood vessels to the way ...

New study shows that daily muscle training for the diaphragm and other breathing muscles helps promote heart health, reduces high blood pressure and lessens the risk of a heart attack. “The muscles we use to breathe atrophy, just like the rest of our muscles tend to do as we get older,” explained Daniel Craighead, an integrative physiologist at the University of Colorado ...